Showing posts with label Reena Roy. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Reena Roy. Show all posts
Stuck for nearly four decades, Rajinikanth-Shatrughan Sinha-starrer Hum Mein Shahenshah Koun set for theatrical release
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A poster of Hum Mein Shahenshah Koun and (right) producer Raja Roy
Neha Maheshwri (BOMBAY TIMES; January 22, 2026)
Producer Raja Roy, brother of actress Reena Roy, has revived his long-delayed Hindi film Hum Mein Shahenshah Koun, starring Shatrughan Sinha, Rajinikanth, Hema Malini, Anita Raaj, Prem Chopra, the late Jagdeep and Amrish Puri. Shot in 1989, the film remained unreleased for 37 years and is now finally set for a theatrical release.
After principal photography was completed, Raja moved to London, leaving the project unfinished. Although there were attempts to revive the film over the years, a series of personal setbacks, including the untimely loss of his son and later the death of director Harmesh Malhotra, pushed it further into limbo. Eventually, Raja returned to India with the resolve to complete the project.
Reflecting on the film’s long and difficult journey, Raja said, “We never lost hope for this film. Many tragic events have unfolded over the decades, both personally and professionally. Today, I feel grateful that we are finally able to release it in cinemas. This film has endured grief, setbacks, and silence, yet it has survived. This is not just a movie for me; it is my child.”
Speaking about the technical upgrade, Raja explained, “It is an action film driven by Vendetta. We have used the latest technology to enhance the viewing experience. AI tools were employed for visual smoothing, audio mastering, and to bridge gaps in certain scenes, ensuring continuity without compromising the original performances or narrative structure. I have embraced new-generation techniques while retaining the soul of the film. The final result is now in the audience’s hands.”
Shabana and Aslam Mirza, associate producers of the film, played a key role in restoring and completing the project using modern technology.
Aslam said, “For nearly five years, I have been working to revive this film. Many people advised me to release it with minimal corrections, but I felt that would be unfair to the film, especially considering Raja Roy ji’s passion and the years of waiting behind this project. The film deserved to be completed properly and presented in a digitally refreshed, modern format on the big screen. We have also added a new song with a contemporary feel to complement the film.”
Addressing the legal clearances required for the revival, Raja shares that the necessary permissions were secured decades ago. He said, “We obtained NOCs from all the actors back in the 90s.”
Speaking about the cast’s response to the film finally seeing the light of day, Raja shared, “I share a very warm relationship with Shatrughan Sinha ji. When I informed him about the release, he congratulated the entire team and expressed his willingness to actively participate in the promotions. I am in discussions with Rajinikanth ji and will be meeting him soon to talk about promoting the film in the South.”
When we reached out to Hema Malini, she chose not to speak about the film but wished the team the very best.
Rajinikanth and Prem Chopra in a still from the film
Check out Zeenat Aman on sets of her web series; Reena Roy at Lord Hanuman's temple at Khar
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MUMBAI MIRROR (June 1, 2016)
Since Bollywood millennial have internalised the concept of over-sharing in the digital age so well, spotting yesteryear screen divas in public comes as a breath of particularly fresh air. We got more than our share of stargazing for a day when we witnessed 64-year-old Zeenat Aman (far left), looking resplendent in character on the sets of an upcoming web series, working the crowd.
The evergreen actress is making a comeback with a romcom titled Love, Life and Screw Ups, in which she plays a glam spinster named Joanna. Meanwhile, her contemporary, the reclusive Reena Roy (59) ventured out of her Khar Danda residence to pay obeisance to Lord Hanuman at a nearby temple.
A slimmer Reena Roy to return to acting after 13 years with Rani Mahal
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Neha Maheshwri Bhagat (BOMBAY TIMES; July 24, 2015)
Yesteryear film actress
Reena Roy is all set to return to acting. She will be seen in Vikas
Gupta's TV project Rani Mahal, which will also feature Sakshi Tanwar,
Anita Hassanandani and VJ Bani. Reena was last seen in her sister Barkha
Roy's TV show Eena Meena Deeka in 2002. In her comeback project, she
will play Raj Maata of the Rani Mahal. Informs a source associated with
the project, “The story revolves around the women in the palace and
their politics.“
While Reena was unavailable for comment, Barkha confirmed, “Yes, she is returning to acting with this show. It's a semi-grey and strong character.“ Talking about her sister's drastic weight loss, she says, “Reena has lost almost 30 kilos.“
While Reena was unavailable for comment, Barkha confirmed, “Yes, she is returning to acting with this show. It's a semi-grey and strong character.“ Talking about her sister's drastic weight loss, she says, “Reena has lost almost 30 kilos.“
Yesteryear Bollywood actress Reena Roy undergoes weight-loss operation?
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The yesteryear heartthrob, whose weight had shot up to more than 120 kg, underwent bariatric surgery on Friday at a city hospital
Shubha Shetty-Saha (MID-DAY; July 27, 2014)
Make hay while the sun shines. This adage describes the trajectory of stars who are revered by fans and filmmakers alike when they are young. But things take a different turn when they start ageing and movie offers dwindle. Matters get worse if a heroine, once known for her gorgeous face and svelte figure, shuns the media and prefers to stay behind closed doors as she becomes a shadow of her former glory due to a health issue.
This was the case with yesteryear heartthrob Reena Roy. According to sources, the actor, who delivered hits such as Asha, Sanam Teri Kasam, Nagin and Kalicharan in 1970s and 1980s, underwent bariatric surgery on Friday afternoon to regain her former glory. She reportedly checked into Saifee hospital at Charni Road on Friday afternoon and the surgery was successful. When contacted, Head, Department of Minimal Access and Bariatric Surgery at Saifee Hospital, Dr Muffazal Lakdawala confirmed that Roy had been admitted to the hospital under his supervision but refused to divulge further details. “She was admitted but I cannot reveal why,” he told SUNDAY mid-day.
Health issues
Roy, who debuted in 1972 and went on to act in Hindi cinema for the next 13 years, had become obese due to inactivity and a niggling health issue. After a hiatus, she returned to Bollywood as a character actor in the ’ 90s. But a health issue kept her from working since 2000. After 2006-2007, Roy stopped stepping out of the house and attending events.
A source close to the Roy family said, “Reenaji has avoided being photographed since several years. She wants the world to know her as she was and not what she is now. Over the last couple of years, her sister Barkha had been requesting her to undergo bariatric surgery done under the supervision of their family friend and bariatric surgeon, Dr Muffazal Lakdawala, but Reenaji was hesitant. She finally complied now.” Roy, who was known as much for her beauty as for her acting chops and dancing skills was unavailable for comment.
When contacted, her sister Barkha denied the surgery news. She said, “Dr Lakdawala is our neighbour and a family friend. My sister has gone just for a routine check-up. There is nothing more to it.” According to sources, Roy’s popularity does not seem to have faded with time along with patients, she had many visitors at the hospital who were thrilled to have her amid them. They reportedly walked into her room to request her for autographs and photographs.
Bariatric surgery
This procedure is recommended for patients who have a Body Mass Index (BMI) between 35 to 40 and suffer from diseases such as diabetes and cardiac problems. Weight loss is achieved by reducing the size of the stomach with a gastric band.
Follow up: The patient stays in the hospital overnight. The surgery requires a life-long follow up.
Cost: Rs 3 lakh. Diet plan usually for patients who undergo bariatric surgery:
Weeks 1 and 2: Liquid diet
Weeks 3 and 4: Semi solid diet
Weeks 5 and 6: Soft solid diet
Week 7 onward: Normal diet (with necessary restrictions)
‘No dangers involved’
When asked about the dangers involved in getting bariatric surgery done, Dr Lakdawala said that it is one of the safest surgeries. “The mortality rate of a patient undergoing bariatric surgery is as low as 0.01 per cent.
Bariatric surgery is not just a cosmetic procedure it is necessary because it reduces a lot of diseases that obesity brings with itself. It helps a person control diabetes, hypertension and a host of other diseases. It is a myth that bariatric surgery leads to complications,” he said.
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