Bollywood icon Dharmendra recently shared his thoughts on his experience in Karan Johar’s 2023 romantic comedy Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani—particularly on the now-famous kissing scene with Shabana Azmi that took audiences by surprise. In an interview with ANI, the veteran star candidly addressed the attention the scene received, calling it “aesthetic” and reiterating that “there is no age for romance.”

Dharmendra speaks on the impact of his kissing scene from Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani: “My one kiss shook everyone”

The film, starring Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt as the titular Rocky and Rani, struck a chord with audiences for its mix of comedy, emotion, and cultural clashes. But one moment that sparked particular buzz was the tender kiss shared between Dharmendra and Shabana Azmi’s characters, portraying an older couple rekindling feelings from the past.

Speaking about the scene with his signature wit, Dharmendra said: “Maine Ranveer ko bola, ‘Ranveer, Rocky aur Rani ki Prem Kahaani mein tune to bohot kisses ki hain, aur meri ek hi kiss ne hila dala logon ko.’ (Translation: “I told Ranveer, ‘You had many kisses in Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, but just one kiss of mine shook everyone.’”)

He elaborated that the scene was not included for shock value but was an important emotional beat for his character, who he compared to a tragic, Devdas-like figure. “In a way, he was like Devdas, who wandered in alcohol, with no memory of anything, and then he dies… It’s tragic, and it was a good story.”

In the same conversation, Dharmendra opened up about his love for cinema and what keeps him going after decades in the industry. “I can’t live without the camera,” he confessed, expressing his deep passion for performing and storytelling. Now in his late 80s, Dharmendra continues to reinvent himself with grace and charm.

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