In a touching revelation that has captured the hearts of Bollywood enthusiasts, actor-director Jugal Hansraj recently shared an emotional anecdote about veteran superstar Dharmendra's reaction to the iconic 1983 film Masoom.
The Tearful Moment That Surprised Everyone
According to Hansraj, who played the young Rahul in the film, Dharmendra experienced such overwhelming emotions while watching Masoom that he broke down in tears - something those close to him claimed they had never witnessed before.
"He covered his face with his hands, trying to hide the tears that eventually flowed freely," Hansraj recalled, painting a poignant picture of the usually stoic actor's vulnerable moment.
A Testament to the Film's Emotional Power
Directed by Shekhar Kapur and based on Erich Segal's novel Man, Woman and Child, Masoom tells the heart-wrenching story of a man whose extramarital affair comes back to haunt his family when his illegitimate son enters their lives.
The film featured an ensemble cast including Naseeruddin Shah, Shabana Azmi, Tanuja, and young Jugal Hansraj, whose performance as the innocent child caught in emotional turmoil became one of the most memorable aspects of the classic.
Why Dharmendra's Reaction Matters
Dharmendra, known for his tough on-screen persona and numerous action-packed roles in films like Sholay and Mughal-e-Azam, has always been perceived as the epitome of masculinity in Indian cinema. This revelation showcases a different, more sensitive side of the veteran actor that fans rarely get to see.
Hansraj's disclosure adds another layer to the legacy of Masoom, demonstrating how the film's emotional depth could move even the most hardened industry veterans to tears.
The story serves as a beautiful reminder of cinema's power to transcend barriers and touch the deepest corners of the human heart, regardless of one's stature or reputation in the film industry.
