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Have you seen this 1980s commercial starring Dara Singh and Jugal Hansraj?

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Have you seen this 1980s commercial starring Dara Singh and Jugal Hansraj?

Dara Singh, a wrestler, actor, and politician, passed away on July 12, 2012. Let’s remember the time he appeared in an Amul commercial alongside actor Jugal Hansraj back in the 1980s as we mark the tenth anniversary of his passing. Dara gained notoriety for his portrayal of Hanuman in the television series Ramayan in the 1980s.

In a 1980s television commercial, a young boy (Jugal Hansraj) is heard saying, “I want to be strong like Dara Singh,” as the Mahabharat actor pulls him into his arms.

On the tenth anniversary of his passing, Dara’s son Vindu Dara Singh posted a photo of his father. “Miss you dad it’s been 10 years but your blessings are still with us all,” he captioned it.

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In response to his tweet, one follower referred to Dara as “one of the legends.” Another person wrote, “Jai Bajrang Bali,” in reference to the Mahabharat role (Hanuman) he played.

Dara Singh began his wrestling career in his late 40s and faced off against wrestlers Bill Verna, Firpo Zbyszko, John Da Silva, Rikidzan, Danny Lynch, King Kong, Ski Hi Lee, and numerous others. He defeated Lou Thesz to win the World Championship in 1968 after winning the Commonwealth Championship in 1959. He declared his wrestling retirement in 1983.

Later, he made more than 140 film appearances, including those in the following movies: Mera Desh Mera Dharam, Bhagat Dhanna Jatt, Sawa Lakh Se Ek Ladaun, Anand, Mera Naam Joker, Daada, Rustom-E-Baghdad, Sher Dil, Sikandar E Azam, Raaka, Jab We Met, and many more. He was cast as Hanuman in the Mahabharat in the 1980s. Additionally, he portrayed Bhima, Balram, and Shiva in a number of legendary movies. He joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in 1998, making him the first athlete to be nominated for the Rajya Sabha..

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Kangana Ranaut claims that if Anupam Kher had declined to make Emergency, she would not have: “His expression is honest.” “Bold Claim: Kangana Ranaut Says She Wouldn’t Have Made Emergency Without Anupam Kher: ‘His Expression Is Honest'”

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Kangana Ranaut claims that if Anupam Kher had declined to make Emergency, she would not have: “His expression is honest.” “Bold Claim: Kangana Ranaut Says She Wouldn’t Have Made Emergency Without Anupam Kher: ‘His Expression Is Honest'”

Kangana Ranaut said that no one “can portray the role of Jayaprakash Narayan except” Anupam Kher. He also showered Kangana with praises.Actor Kangana Ranaut has spoken.

about her Emergency co-star Anupam Kher, revealing that she wouldn’t have made the film had he refused to do it. Speaking with news agency ANI, Kangana also called Anupam Kher the “hero” of the film.

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Kangana talks about importance of having Anupam in Emergency

Kangana said, “It was very important for me to have Anupam ji in this film. If he refused to do Emergency, then I wouldn’t have made it. Look at his on-screen personality…there’s honesty on his face. No one can portray the role of Jayaprakash Narayan except him.”

Anupam calls Kangana ‘one of the finest directors’

Anupam also heaped praise on Kangana. “I was in National School of Drama in New Delhi when Emergency was declared. So, I did not have to do much research for the film…also, Kangana had researched on everyone’s behalf.

This will be one of the finest films made on any political subject. Kangana does effortless work. She has put so much hard work behind Emergency. …To direct the whole film and act as Indira Gandhi isn’t an easy job but Kangana did it… one of the finest directors that I have worked with,” he said.

About Emergency

The film is based on Emergency that was imposed in India for 21 months from 1975 to 1977, and its aftermath. In the film, Anupam will essay the role of late politician Jayaprakash Narayan. Kangana will be seen as former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi.

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Fans will see Shreyas Talpade in the role of a young Atal Bihari Vajpayee, Milind Soman as Field Marshal Sam Manekshaw, Mahima Choudhary as Pupul Jayakar and the late Satish Kaushik in the role of Jagjivan Ram.

The film will release in theatres on January 17. Emergency is billed as the story of a watershed moment in the political history of India. Backed by Zee Studios, Emergency is produced by Renu Pitti and Kangana. The screenplay and dialogues are by Ritesh Shah and music is by Sanchit Balhara.

Kangana Ranaut Praises Anupam Kher’s Honesty in ‘Emergency’ Role

Bollywood actress and filmmaker Kangana Ranaut recently revealed how pivotal veteran actor Anupam Kher was in shaping her upcoming film Emergency. In a candid statement, Kangana shared that if Anupam Kher had declined to join the project.

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she might have reconsidered making the film altogether. According to Kangana, Kher’s performance and his honest expression bring a critical authenticity to the film, which is set against the backdrop of one of India’s most controversial political periods.

In Emergency, Kangana steps into the role of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi while also directing the ambitious project. Anupam Kher plays Jayaprakash Narayan, the renowned socialist leader and political.

thinker who spearheaded the movement against the Emergency imposed in 1975. Discussing Kher’s portrayal, Kangana said, “Jayaprakash Narayan’s character needed someone with incredible depth, honesty,

Kangana went on to admit that without Kher’s agreement, she would have struggled to envision the project. “If he had refused, I might have thought twice about making the film. His acceptance was a moment of relief for me because his performance has brought the soul of Jayaprakash Narayan to life,” she added.

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The collaboration marks another milestone for the duo, both known for their bold choices and willingness to tackle challenging narratives. Kangana’s statement highlights the deep respect she has for Kher’s craft and underscores the collaborative effort that goes into making a project as ambitious as Emergency.

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