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Hema Malini's Divine Kali Role Remembered
17 Oct
Summary
- Hema Malini portrayed Goddess Kali in a 1996 film.
- The film featured her protecting a devotee from hardship.
- She recently shared a clip from 'Jai Dakshineshwar Kali Maa'.
Veteran actress and BJP MP Hema Malini recently reminisced about her portrayal of Goddess Kali in the 1996 devotional film "Jai Dakshineshwar Kali Maa." She shared a video clip from the movie, originally posted by a fan, expressing fondness for the devotional song filmed for the production. Malini recalled the love and devotion invested by singer Anuradha Paudwal during the filming of the dance number.
The film centers on Jyoti, portrayed by Mrinal Kulkarni, a devotee who faces adversity. Malini's role as Goddess Kali intervenes to shield Jyoti and help her overcome familial mistreatment. Directed by Shantilal Soni and produced by Anuradha Paudwal, the movie is a significant work in Malini's career, known for her versatile roles, including mythological characters.
This recollection comes shortly after Malini welcomed the Navratri festival with a performance of her ballet 'Durga' in Telangana. The performance celebrated the power of the divine feminine and the triumph of good over evil, further highlighting her connection to devotional and mythological themes.
