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Shatrughan Sinha recalls Dev Anand's launch
19 Jun
Summary
- Shatrughan Sinha's debut role was in Dev Anand's 'Prem Pujari'.
- A single dialogue in 'Prem Pujari' earned Sinha applause.
- Dev Anand advised Sinha to maintain originality, not imitate.
Veteran actor Shatrughan Sinha recently shared fond memories from the sets of 'Indian Idol,' reflecting on his early career launch by filmmaker-actor Dev Anand. Sinha's journey began with a role in Anand's 1970 film 'Prem Pujari,' where a brief, single-take dialogue portraying a Pakistani character garnered unexpected applause from the entire crew.
This moment marked Sinha's first taste of recognition before a major film unit. Following the scene, Dev Anand imparted crucial advice: "It is good to be influenced by someone, but do not copy. Maintain your originality." This wisdom profoundly impacted Sinha's approach to his craft throughout his career.
Sinha further recounted that Anand himself led the applause after a particularly long dialogue delivered in a single shot, signifying his approval and happiness. Dev Anand also offered Sinha another small role in 'Gambler,' contributing to his initial exposure in the film industry.
