Archive · 25 Jul 2025
Mehmood Claimed He 'Beat' Up Rajesh Khanna Due to Star's Attitude
Once upon a time, Rajesh Khanna was a huge movie star, but his career faded.
Actor Mehmood said he had to scold Khanna because of his actions.
Mehmood was making a film with Khanna, but he wasn't happy with how Khanna was acting.
Mehmood thought that Khanna's friends and behavior led to his career problems.
Rajesh Khanna later passed away after being ill for a long time.
He was known for many successful films during his career.
Mehmood claimed he "beat up" Rajesh Khanna due to Khanna's behavior.
Mehmood stated he had worked with bigger stars than Rajesh Khanna.
Rajesh Khanna had 17 consecutive superhit films but faced a career decline.
Mehmood's film, "Ginny Aur Johnny", featuring Khanna, was reportedly a disappointment.
Rajesh Khanna died on July 18, 2012, at age 69, after a prolonged illness.
- Who
- Mehmood and Rajesh Khanna were the main figures.
- What
- Mehmood claimed he "beat" up Rajesh Khanna due to his behavior on set.
- When
- The incident happened in the mid-1970s, and Khanna died on July 18, 2012.
- Where
- The film was made in Mumbai, India.
- Why
- Mehmood was frustrated with Khanna's behavior on set and felt his peers led to Khanna's downfall.
Mehmood's Perspective
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Khanna's Behavior
Mehmood's Perspective
Khanna's actions on set were difficult.
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Career Downfall
Mehmood's Perspective
Khanna's associates contributed to his downfall.
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- Actors Involved
- Rajesh Khanna and Mehmood
- Khanna's Superhit Films
- 17 consecutively
- Mehmood's Film
- Ginny Aur Johnny
- Khanna's Death Date
- July 18, 2012
- Khanna's Age at Death
- 69