Aamir Khan shares a poignant memory of his final moments with the legendary actor Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24. Aamir reveals that he had the privilege of showing Dharmendra his upcoming film, Lahore 1947, before his passing. This was a special moment for Aamir, as he knew Lahore 1947 was one of Dharmendra's favorite scripts.
Aamir, who is producing the film, expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to spend time with the iconic actor in his final year. He shared that Dharmendra's love for the story dated back years, making the experience even more meaningful. Directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, Lahore 1947 is based on Asghar Wajahat's acclaimed play, Jis Lahore Nai Dekhya, O Jamyai Ni.
Aamir also mentioned his regret at not being able to attend Dharmendra's prayer meet in Mumbai on November 27. He recalled their frequent meetings over the past year, simply because he enjoyed Dharmendra's company. Aamir described Dharmendra as a warm-hearted and remarkable person, not just a fine actor but also a great human being.
Set against the backdrop of Partition, Lahore 1947 follows a Muslim family relocating from Lucknow to Lahore and being allotted a haveli abandoned by a Hindu family. However, their lives turn chaotic when they discover the former occupants still living inside, unwilling to leave. The film stars Sunny Deol, Preity Zinta, Shabana Azmi, Ali Fazal, and Karan Deol, and marks a significant collaboration between Aamir Khan Productions and Rajkumar Santoshi, building anticipation for its release.
