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Reena Roy's 'Naagin': Rejected By All, Became A Blockbuster
5 Jul
Summary
- Reena Roy revealed 'Naagin' was offered after multiple rejections.
- Her family initially opposed the role due to its storyline.
- The film became a massive hit, making her a star.
Veteran actress Reena Roy recently recounted the story behind her career-defining role in the 1976 blockbuster 'Naagin'. She disclosed on The Kapil Sharma Show that the film was initially rejected by numerous prominent actresses of the era before being offered to her. Roy mentioned that filmmakers approached stars like Rekha and Asha Parekh before approaching her, knowing her dancing prowess.
Despite her conviction in the script's unique appeal, Roy faced opposition from her family, particularly her mother, who was uncomfortable with the film's theme of a serpent woman killing people. Roy recalled her mother questioning her choice, but the actress's belief in the project's distinctiveness ultimately led her to accept the challenging role.
The film 'Naagin,' directed by Rajkumar Kohli, proved to be a massive commercial success, propelling Reena Roy to stardom. Its popularity led to amusing real-life situations, with some viewers becoming fearful of her after her convincing portrayal. The ensemble cast included Sunil Dutt, Feroz Khan, and Rekha.
Inspired by French cinema, 'Naagin' featured a memorable soundtrack by Laxmikant-Pyarelal and was the highest-grossing Hindi film of 1976. It was later remade in Tamil.
