Actor-director Riteish Deshmukh is currently basking in the success of his newly released epic film ‘Raja Shivaji’. While promoting himself, on the sets of ‘Indian Idol’, Riteish Deshmukh shared a heartfelt tribute to Asha Bhosle and shared a personal memory where the veteran singer cooked the ‘Raja Shivaji’ actor’s favorite dish.
Riteish Deshmukh remembers Asha Bhosle
The Housefull actor remembers the affection and warmth Asha Bhosle showed him over the years. Sharing emotional memories, he said: “Jab woh mujhe mili, one mere sar pe haath phera jaise ek maa apne bacche par pherti hain. Main unhe Asha Aai bulata tha, aaj bhi wahi sambodhta hu.” (“When I met her she gently placed her hand on my head, just as a mother does with her child. I used to call her Asha Ai, and I still address her the same way today.
“)He also recalled a special moment, adding: “Aise hi baaton baaton mein unhone mujhe poocha, ‘Tumhala kay avadta? Tumhi kay khata?’ (What do you like to eat) Aur maine kaha ki mujhe yeh khana pasand hain, toh unhone apne haatho se khanabanaya, mujhe ghar par bulaya. “Main waha par gaya aur humne khana khaya, bahot saari baatein ki.” (“In the middle of a casual conversation, she asked me, ‘What do you like? What do you enjoy eating?’) When I told her about my favorite dish, she cooked it herself for me and invited me to her house.
I went there, we had a meal, and we spent a lot of time talking.)
Riteish Deshmukh and Asha Bhosle Association
Riteish also shared how Asha Bhosle stood by his side throughout his journey. He spoke of her constant encouragement and blessings.He said: “Jabhi koi hota tha, jabhi main TV pe dikhta tha, toh phone lagati thi, mujhse baate karti thi, mujhe aashirwaad deti thi.” (“Whenever there was any event, or whenever I appeared on TV, she would call me, talk to me, and bless me.”)
Riteish Deshmukh talks about Asha Bhosle’s support for Raja Shivaji film
Riteish also spoke about one of his recent conversations with Asha Bhosle. He revealed that she expressed her support for his film “Raja Shivaji”.Recalling that moment, he said, “Unhone phone kiya ki, ‘Aashirwaad deti hu tumhe, tum achi filmbanao. Jab release hogi mujhe dekhni hai film.’ Aur do hafte pehle unke parivaar se mujhe phone aaya, Asha ji ki ichha thi ki woh film zarur dekhe. (“I give you my blessings. Make a good movie.
When it releases, I want to watch it.” Two weeks ago, I received a call from her family saying that it is definitely Asha ji’s wish to watch the film.
)Concluding his speech, he added in a sincere tone, “Unfortunately, Asha aai nahi dekh payengi. Isliye main is sorely missing karta hoon Asha Aai ko for many reasons.” (“Unfortunately, Asha Aai won’t be able to watch it. That’s why I miss her so much for so many reasons.”)
Opening of Raja Shivaji’s record
Riteish Deshmukh’s historical drama ‘Raja Shivaji’, which he directed, wrote and starred in, was released in theaters on May 1. The film made a strong impact at the box office. It earned around Rs 11 crore on its opening day.According to Sacnilk, the Marathi version alone collected a net collection of Rs 8 crore on Friday. This makes her one of the biggest opening day entertainers in Marathi cinema.
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