Bollywood legend Hema Malini recently made a stunning revelation on the set of Indian Idol 15, sharing a secret from the making of the iconic Holi song Bhagi Re Bhagi Brij Bala. The veteran actress confessed that she was eight months pregnant with her daughter, Esha Deol, when she shot this colorful track for the film Rajput (1982). The song, which captures the joy and emotion of the Holi festival, remains a fan favorite to this day.
A Surprising Confession on Indian Idol 15
During her appearance on Indian Idol 15, Hema Malini spoke fondly of the fun-filled Holi song, noting that even though other Holi songs like Holi Ke Din Dil and Holi Khele Raghuveera tend to get more recognition, Bhagi Re Bhagi Brij Bala holds a special place in her heart. To the surprise of everyone present on the set, Hema revealed that she was eight months pregnant while filming the song with her husband Dharmendra. Her candid admission left the audience in awe, with singer and judge Shreya Ghoshal calling her story “inspiring.”
This revelation has sparked a renewed interest in the song, prompting fans to revisit the track on YouTube, where many have flooded the comment section with their reactions. One user humorously asked, “Who all have come to watch this song after Hema’s revelation on Indian Idol?” while another inquired about watching the video to see “Hema Malini pregnant” in the song.
The Malini-Deol Love Story
Hema Malini and Dharmendra’s love story dates back to 1970 when they first worked together in the film Tum Haseen Main Jawaan. They got married a decade later in 1980, after Dharmendra had already been married to Prakash Kaur since 1954. Dharmendra, known for his iconic roles in Bollywood, had two sons, actors Sunny Deol and Bobby Deol, from his first marriage. Despite his marriage to Prakash, Dharmendra wed Hema without divorcing his first wife, which had been a topic of much discussion in the media.
The couple has two daughters, Esha and Ahana Deol, who were born in 1981 and 1985, respectively. Over the years, Hema and Dharmendra appeared together in several hit films such as Sholay, Raja Jani, The Burning Train, Dharm Aur Qanoon, and Do Dishayen. Their enduring partnership both on and off-screen continues to inspire many fans across generations.
