As a lifestyle expert with a deep appreciation for the rich tapestry of Indian entertainment, I must say that Simi Garewal’s talk show, Rendezvous with Simi Garewal, was nothing short of a game-changer. Over the years, it has become an integral part of our pop culture, offering us glimpses into the lives of some of the most iconic figures in Bollywood, politics, and business.
Today marks the 77th birthday of esteemed actress Simi Garewal, born on October 17, 2024. Beyond her captivating screen presence, she won over fans with her popular talk show, Rendezvous with Simi Garewal. This cherished program showcased some of the biggest names in Bollywood, politics, and business. On this momentous occasion, let’s revisit some of the memorable moments from this beloved chat show.
Top 5 moments from Simi Garewal’s show that remain our forever favorite
1. Gauri Khan revealed Shah Rukh Khan was ‘disgustingly possessive’
In one of the episodes, Gauri Khan openly discussed Shah Rukh Khan’s initial overprotectiveness towards her. At first, his protectiveness manifested as possessiveness, such as not allowing her to wear white shirts because he thought they were see-through. She described it as an unusual mindset, suggesting that it was a quirk.
In addition, SRK chuckled and admitted that he was quite “rude” during that period. Justifying himself, the actor clarified that his initial insecurities arose from a sense of “not having a sense of belonging.
2. When Priyanka Chopra wished to be a guy
In one episode, Priyanka Chopra, a woman from India, commented that life seems simpler for men compared to women. She jokingly expressed envy, saying “Being a girl can be so challenging; at times I wish I were a man instead. Dressing up is just as easy as slipping on jeans and a t-shirt, no worries,” which made the host smile.
3. When Aishwarya Rai’s interview was interrupted by an unexpected guest
One of the iconic episodes of Aishwarya Rai was interjected by a cockroach during the conversation. The video that had also taken over the internet featured Garewal instructing the crew members to take away the insect as she emphasized, “Bilkul Aishwarya ji k paas araha hai (It’s coming towards Aishwarya).”
As the team member drew near, Aishwarya inquired if the presence of the cockroach was intentional. The 77-year-old actress expressed her surprise, stating she had never encountered such a creature there before. Once the insect was removed, the actress from Devdas jokingly commented, “He’s so lovingly covered it with a veil and taken it away.” As the video concluded, Aishwarya, adopting an accent, humorously noted, “Suddenly, the cockroach has seized control.
4. When Jaya Bachchan revealed Amitabh Bachchan is not ‘romantic’
In this episode, the renowned duo Amitabh and Jaya Bachchan were discussed. On the program, Big B playfully dismissed any romantic notions, and his wife humorously concurred by saying, “No, not towards me.
In a continuation of the conversation, the renowned figure inquired from the presenter whether being romantic implied “kneeling to propose” or something else, to which Jaya clarified she was referring to “flowers and wine.” Jaya went on to suggest that if he had a girlfriend at the time, he might have acted romantically, but she doubted it. When asked if he was romantic during their relationship, Jaya replied, “He never expressed himself,” and Amitabh countered, “It’s pointless to talk about it.
5. When Rekha reacted to her plans to marry again
In her chat with Simi, when asked if she might remarry, Rekha inquired whether this was about a man. Caught off guard by the response, Simi replied, “Of course, not a woman then.” To which Rekha responded, “Why not?” She went on to say, “In my perspective, I’m married to myself, my career, and my loved ones. I am not a pessimist. Nothing is eternal. I’ve grown and changed,” she explained.
The popular chat show premiered on Star World in 2001 and lasted for five seasons.
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2024-10-17 08:09