Actor – director Riteish Deshmukh He is currently basking in the success of his recently released epic film ‘Raja Shivaji’. In his promotion, on the sets of ‘Indian Idol’, Riteish Deshmukh shared a heartfelt tribute. Asha Bhosle and shared a personal memory where the veteran singer cooked the ‘Raja Shivaji’ actor’s favorite dish.
Riteish Deshmukh remembers Asha Bhosle
The ‘Housefull’ actress recalled the love and warmth shown to her by Asha Bhosle over the years. Sharing an emotional memory, he said, “Jab woh mujhe mili, unhone mere sar pe haath phera jaise ek maa apne bacche par pherti hain. Main unhe Asha Aai bulata tha, aaj bhi wahi sambodhta hu.” (“When I met her she gently put her hand on my head, like a mother does with her child. I called her Asha Aai, and I still call her that today.“)He also recalled a special moment, adding, “Aise hi baaton baaton mein unhone mujhe poocha, ‘Tumhala kay avadta? Tumhi kay khata?’ (What do you like to eat) Aur maine kaha ki mujhe yeh khana pasand hain, toh unhone apne haatho se khana banaya, mujhe ghar par bulaya. Main waha par gaya aur humne khana khaya, bahot saari baatein ki.” (“In the middle of a casual conversation, ‘What do you like? What do you like to eat?’ When I told him about my favorite dish, he personally cooked it for me and invited me to his house. I went there, we shared a meal and talked for a long time).
Riteish Deshmukh and Asha Bhosle bonding
Riteish also shared how Asha Bhosle stood by him during his journey. He spoke of his constant encouragement and blessings.He said, “Jabhi koi program hota tha, jabhi prime tv pe dikhta tha, toh phone lagati thi, mujhse baate karti thi, mujhe aashirwaad deti thi.” (“Whenever there was an event, or whenever I appeared on television, he would call me, talk to me and give me his blessing.”
Riteish Deshmukh on Asha Bhosle’s support for ‘Raja Shivaji’
Riteish also spoke about one of his recent conversations with Asha Bhosle. He revealed that he expressed his support for his film ‘Raja Shivaji’.Recalling the moment, he said, “Unhone phone kiya ki, ‘Aashirwaad deti hu tumhe, tum achi film banao. Jab release hogi mujhe dekhni hai film.” Aur do hafte pehle unke parivaar se mujhe phone aaya, Asha ji ki ichha thi ki woh film zarur dekhe.” (“I give you my blessing. Make a good film. When it’s released, I want to see it.” And two weeks ago, I got a call from his family saying that it was Asha ji’s wish to see the film once and for all.)Ending on a heartfelt note, she added, “Unfortunately, Asha aai nahi dekh payengi. Isliye main deeply miss karta hoon Asha Aai ko for many reasons.” (“Unfortunately, Asha Aai won’t be able to see her. Hence, I miss her very much for many reasons”).
Raja Shivaji’s disc opening
Riteish Deshmukh’s historical drama ‘Raja Shivaji’, which he directed, wrote and acted in, opened in theaters on May 1. The film has made a huge impact at the box office. It earned around 11 crores on its opening day.According to Sacnilk, the Marathi version alone collected Rs 8 crore on Friday. This makes it one of the biggest release days in Marathi cinema.
