Veteran actor Raza Murad has finally put to rest a decades-old rumor claiming he was slapped by legendary superstar Rajesh Khanna over Dimple Kapadia, calling the entire story a complete fabrication.
The Baseless Report That Spread
Murad recounted the sensationalized story that appeared in an old film newspaper named Urvashi. The report falsely claimed that he and Dimple Kapadia arrived at Film City in the same car. It further alleged that Rajesh Khanna, who was also shooting there, slapped Murad after he asked Kapadia to leave with him.
This dramatic account painted a picture of confrontation between the three actors, but according to Murad, it was far from the truth.
Raza Murad Sets the Record Straight
Speaking on The Filmy Charcha podcast, Murad vehemently denied every aspect of the rumor. He clarified that he never went to Film City with Dimple Kapadia, nor did such a face-off ever occur.
Murad stressed that Dimple Kapadia, Rajesh Khanna, and he were never present at the same spot together in that context. He stated unequivocally that the rumor had “not even 1% truth in it. It was a 100% lie.”
A Diplomatic Encounter with the Rumor-Monger
Murad later recalled meeting the journalist responsible for writing the defamatory article at a film party. Despite the damaging nature of the report, Murad chose not to confront them at the event.
He explained his decision by stating that ruining someone else’s party with an argument or brawl would have been inappropriate. Murad maintained his composure, acting completely normal, despite feeling the urge to “beat up” the person who spread such a baseless allegation.
Professional Bonds, Not Personal Conflicts
It’s worth noting that Raza Murad shared the screen with Dimple Kapadia in several films, including “Janbaaz,” “Aag Ka Gola,” and “Gunaah.” He also collaborated with Rajesh Khanna on numerous projects like “Namak Haraam,” “Oonche Log,” and “Riyasat,” highlighting their professional relationships rather than any personal animosity.
Rajesh Khanna’s Well-Known Possessiveness
While Murad’s specific rumor was false, Rajesh Khanna’s possessiveness regarding Dimple Kapadia was, at times, well-documented. For instance, Rishi Kapoor, Dimple’s first co-star in “Bobby,” shared in his memoir “Khullam Khulla” that he never liked Khanna.
Kapoor recounted an incident where Khanna, upon proposing to Dimple, threw away a ring she had taken from Kapoor, fueling Kapoor’s dislike and deepening the perception of Khanna’s possessive nature.
The Khanna-Kapadia Story
Rajesh Khanna and Dimple Kapadia married in 1973. Although they separated in 1984, their divorce was finalized only in 2012, the same year Khanna passed away. Dimple Kapadia, who initially paused her career post-marriage, made a successful comeback in the 1980s and continues to act today.
- Raza Murad completely debunked the rumor of Rajesh Khanna slapping him over Dimple Kapadia.
- The actor stated the alleged incident at Film City was “100% lie.”
- Murad chose not to confront the journalist who spread the false report at a party.
- Rajesh Khanna’s possessiveness towards Dimple Kapadia has been documented in other instances, like with Rishi Kapoor.
This revelation from Raza Murad sheds light on how rumors, even those completely unfounded, can persist for decades in the entertainment industry.
