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Farida Jalal, known for her remarkable roles in films like ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ and ‘Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham’, has graced audiences with her memorable performances over the years. Recently appearing in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s ‘Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar’, she often reminisces fondly about her experiences working with veteran stars and the friendships she forged with them.Jalal shared the screen with both Amitabh Bachchan and Jaya Bachchan in multiple films, developing a close bond with them over time. Having known the couple since their courtship days, she frequently joined them for coffee dates.
During a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble, Farida Jalal reminisced about their frequent coffee outings to the Taj Hotel and leisurely drives together. The actor candidly recalled witnessing occasional disagreements between the couple. She revealed that while she resided in Pali Hill and Amitabh lived in Juhu, Jaya and Bachchan were not yet married but in the courtship phase. Like any couple, they had their share of arguments. Amitabh would drive, Jaya sat beside him, and Farida joined them in the backseat. Despite feeling like a third wheel at times, Jalal fondly remembered how they always insisted she join them on their outings.
Farida also mentioned that despite her early bedtime habits, Amitabh and Jaya would often call her late at night, even during their arguments, which she witnessed firsthand. While Jaya would sometimes shed tears, Amitabh would console her, and Farida cherished being there for those moments. Her friendship with Jaya, whom she affectionately referred to as Jiya, has endured over the years. After their coffee outings, they would discuss films on the way back, and Amitabh and Jaya would drop her off before heading home. Reflecting on their bond, Farida emphasised their warmth and kindness, recalling how they invited her and Gulzar to their wedding, where they were the only industry representatives present.
Jalal fondly reminisced about Amitabh and Jaya’s playful fights over unimportant matters, which she found endearing but couldn’t tell the specifics. Their arguments often resembled those of children, yet it was all in good spirits and affection. Jalal noted that Jaya had a quick temper and could get upset at the least provocation. Despite this, their bond remained strong, filled with love and understanding.
During a recent interview with Bollywood Bubble, Farida Jalal reminisced about their frequent coffee outings to the Taj Hotel and leisurely drives together. The actor candidly recalled witnessing occasional disagreements between the couple. She revealed that while she resided in Pali Hill and Amitabh lived in Juhu, Jaya and Bachchan were not yet married but in the courtship phase. Like any couple, they had their share of arguments. Amitabh would drive, Jaya sat beside him, and Farida joined them in the backseat. Despite feeling like a third wheel at times, Jalal fondly remembered how they always insisted she join them on their outings.
Farida also mentioned that despite her early bedtime habits, Amitabh and Jaya would often call her late at night, even during their arguments, which she witnessed firsthand. While Jaya would sometimes shed tears, Amitabh would console her, and Farida cherished being there for those moments. Her friendship with Jaya, whom she affectionately referred to as Jiya, has endured over the years. After their coffee outings, they would discuss films on the way back, and Amitabh and Jaya would drop her off before heading home. Reflecting on their bond, Farida emphasised their warmth and kindness, recalling how they invited her and Gulzar to their wedding, where they were the only industry representatives present.
Jalal fondly reminisced about Amitabh and Jaya’s playful fights over unimportant matters, which she found endearing but couldn’t tell the specifics. Their arguments often resembled those of children, yet it was all in good spirits and affection. Jalal noted that Jaya had a quick temper and could get upset at the least provocation. Despite this, their bond remained strong, filled with love and understanding.
