Mumbai, March 28 – The upcoming episode of Indian Idol promises a nostalgic and emotional evening as veteran actresses Farida Jalal and Aruna Irani reunite after 53 years, following their time together in the superhit movie, Bobby.
Both the legendary actresses were seen stunned and extremely happy to see each other after so many years.
Farida and Aruna stated that despite being in the industry for so many years, the two never really got the chance to meet each other and realised that they met each other directly after Bobby, in 1973.
Aruna mentioned, “First, we will thank Sony. It’s amazing to see each other after so many years.” Farida added that after the film ‘Bobby’, they are meeting today after many years.
On the stage of Indian Idol, the contestants welcomed Aruna Irani with her iconic song, ‘Chadti jawani meri chaal mastani.’
Aruna performed on the song with such grace, while Farida ji made a grand entry on 'Aye Dil Laaya Hai Bahaar.'
Both of them got really excited and warmly greeted each other on stage.
Later in the show, after contestant Tanishk’s performance on 'Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan,' host Aditya Narayan asked, "Farida ji, Aruna ji, now Tanishk has sung 'Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan' so well. Who are your best friends?"
Aruna replied, “I had a wonderful friend, Smita ji, a wonderful actress, and what a lovely human being she was.”
Farida said, “We remember her with so much love. I would like to mention all of them, I don’t want to leave anyone’s name. This industry has given me so much love and has given me very good relationships that I want to cherish forever.”
Talking about both Farida Jalal and Aruna Irani's role in the Rishi Kapoor - Dimple Kapadia played memorable supporting roles that added depth to the movie.
Farida Jalal portrayed Alka Sharma aka “Nickie”, Bobby’s close friend, and Aruna Irani appeared as Neema, a vibrant and somewhat bold character.