Rajesh Khanna's Madness: Girls Married His Photos!

Hindi cinema's first superstar, Rajesh Khanna, continues to be remembered for his immense popularity. A recent episode of 'Indian Idol' featured veteran actress Asha Parekh and music composer Vishal Dadlani, who shared personal anecdotes about Khanna's extraordinary stardom, evoking deep nostalgia among the audience.

Asha Parekh vividly described the initial realization of Rajesh Khanna's superstar status. She noted the overwhelming frenzy among young women after one of his films became an instant hit. Parekh compared this widespread adoration to that of Dev Anand, another iconic actor. She recounted that fans were so devoted they would kiss Khanna's car, and some even married his photographs.

During the show, Parekh shared a memorable incident from the sets of 'Mere Sapno Ki Rani.' She recalled visiting a small dubbing theatre with around 200 to 300 girls who had gathered and became extremely excited upon seeing Rajesh Khanna. This episode served as a testament to Khanna's enduring legacy and his profound impact on his fans, even years after his passing in 2012.

Rajesh Khanna starred in numerous iconic films over a career spanning six decades, including 'Anand,' 'Aradhana,' and 'Haathi Mere Saathi.' He was married to actress Dimple Kapadia and is survived by his daughters, Twinkle Khanna and Rinke Khanna. His enduring place in public memory was evident on this special 'Indian Idol' episode.