Actress Sayani Gupta experienced an unforgettable emotional moment when she met the legendary Rekha at the premiere of 'Gustaakh Ishq', describing the encounter as truly magical and overwhelming.
An Emotional Meeting With an Icon
Sayani Gupta shared her profound emotional reaction after meeting the iconic Rekha, posting a series of photographs from the star-studded premiere event. The actress revealed that the meeting left her with tears in her eyes and speechless, capturing the special moments in pictures that have since gone viral on social media.
In her heartfelt Instagram post, Sayani wrote in Hindi, "Yaar.. aakhein bhar aayi, dil ro pada, zubaan theher gaya," which translates to "My eyes filled with tears, my heart cried, and my tongue stopped." She beautifully summarized the experience by adding, "Rekha makes everything ethereal."
Star-Studded Premiere Event
The premiere of 'Gustaakh Ishq' brought together numerous prominent figures from the Indian film industry. In the shared photographs, Sayani Gupta can be seen posing with not just Rekha, but also with renowned designer Manish Malhotra, actors Vijay Varma, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Tillotama Shome, and several other distinguished guests.
Sayani took the opportunity to appreciate director Vibhu Puri for creating what she described as a beautiful film. She particularly noted the presence of many FTII (Film and Television Institute of India) alumni at the event, highlighting the collaborative spirit of the project.
Praise for Manish Malhotra's Production Debut
The actress expressed immense admiration for Manish Malhotra's first venture as a producer, describing his debut production as "stunning" and exactly what one would expect from the celebrated designer. She thanked him for using his influence to support quality storytelling and genuine talent in the industry.
Sayani didn't stop there with her appreciation. She specifically mentioned veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah's performance as "exquisite," admitting she didn't want the film to end. She also welcomed Vijay Varma into what she called his "romantic era," recalling classroom memories when Vijay first came from Bombay to attend classes with Naseeruddin.
The actress showered praise on multiple aspects of the film, including Fatima Sana Shaikh's beautiful performance, Manush Nandan's stunning cinematography, and PD Madhumita Sen Sharma's killer production design. She also acknowledged the magical contributions of Vishal Bhardwaj and Gulzar to the project.
In her final recommendation to audiences, Sayani urged everyone to watch the film in theaters, describing it as an exceptionally beautiful film that would stay with viewers long after watching it.
Recent Professional Work
Meanwhile, Sayani Gupta continues to make waves with her recent appearance in the third season of 'Delhi Crime', currently streaming on Netflix. The series features Shefali Shah reprising her role as the sharp DCP Vartika Chaturvedi, navigating her team through challenging cases amid intense media scrutiny and governmental obstacles.
The crime drama has received widespread critical acclaim for its raw authenticity, deep character development, and realistic portrayal of challenges within the Indian police system. The series previously achieved the landmark distinction of winning the International Emmy for Best Drama Series, marking a significant achievement for Indian streaming content on the global stage.
