Veteran actor Rekha’s old comments about Amitabh Bachchan have once again resurfaced online, reigniting conversations around one of Bollywood’s most discussed relationships.
The remarks came during her appearance on Simi Garewal’s iconic talk show Rendezvous in 2004, where Rekha spoke candidly about her admiration and feelings for Amitabh Bachchan while also denying rumors of a personal relationship.
Rekha’s Viral Confession About Amitabh Bachchan
During the interview, host Simi Garewal directly asked Rekha whether she had ever been in love with Amitabh Bachchan.
Rekha responded without hesitation:
“Absolutely. Duh, that’s a dumb question.”
She further added:
“I have yet to come across a single man, woman, child who can help but fall completely, passionately, insanely, desperately, hopelessly in love with him. So why should I be singled out?”
Her honest and emotional response quickly became one of the most memorable moments from the show.
“Of Course I Am”: Rekha’s Emotional Statement
Continuing the conversation, Rekha openly admitted the depth of her admiration for the legendary actor.
She said:
“What do I deny? I’m not in love with him? Of course I am.”
She further added:
“Duniya bhar ka love aap le lijiyega and add some more, I feel that for that person.”
The statement remains one of the most quoted celebrity interview moments in Bollywood history.
Rekha Denied Having a Personal Relationship
Despite admitting her feelings, Rekha clarified during the same interview that there was never a personal relationship between her and Amitabh Bachchan.
Addressing decades of speculation, she said:
“There was never a personal connection with him; that’s the truth. Never ever.”
She also denied rumors and controversies surrounding their equation.
Rekha and Amitabh Bachchan’s Iconic On-Screen Pairing
Rekha and Amitabh Bachchan worked together in several successful films and became one of Hindi cinema’s most celebrated screen pairs.
Some of their memorable films include:
- Muqaddar Ka Sikandar
- Mr Natwarlal
- Do Anjaane
- Suhaag
- Silsila
Their chemistry on screen fuelled years of public curiosity and media speculation.
Why ‘Silsila’ Still Draws Attention
Their final film together, Yash Chopra’s Silsila (1981), remains one of Bollywood’s most talked-about projects.
The film starred:
- Amitabh Bachchan
- Rekha
- Jaya Bachchan
Because the story revolved around a complicated love triangle, many viewers believed it reflected real-life gossip surrounding the actors at the time.
Following Silsila, Rekha and Amitabh Bachchan never appeared together in another film.
A Relationship That Continues to Fascinate Fans
Even decades later, Rekha and Amitabh Bachchan’s rumored relationship continues to intrigue Bollywood fans.
Their legendary screen presence, Rekha’s candid interviews and the mystery surrounding their equation have kept the topic alive in popular culture for years.
The resurfaced interview clip has once again brought attention to the emotional honesty Rekha displayed while speaking about one of Hindi cinema’s biggest stars.
