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Moushumi Chatterjee Revisits Rajesh Khanna's Sexist Remark and Her Sharp Retort

The veteran actress recounts standing her ground against the late superstar’s jibe, shedding light on Bollywood’s gender dynamics during its golden era.

Moushumi Chatterjee opened up about Rajesh Khanna's nasty remark about her daughter.
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Overview

  • Moushumi Chatterjee recently shared details of a decades-old incident where Rajesh Khanna made a distasteful remark questioning her daughter’s paternity.
  • Chatterjee responded with a pointed retort referencing Khanna’s own family, leaving him speechless and highlighting her assertiveness.
  • Despite the personal tension, the two continued to collaborate professionally, starring together in several successful films including 'Prem Bandhan' and 'Anuraag.'
  • The actress emphasized her refusal to be intimidated by male star power, stating she always stood up for herself regardless of others’ status.
  • Chatterjee’s recollection contributes to broader conversations about respect and female agency in Bollywood’s male-dominated history.