Zeenat Aman Shares Iconic Behind-the-Scenes Memory with Amitabh Bachchan from 'Pukar':

Veteran actor Zeenat Aman has captured the internet’s attention with a nostalgic Instagram post recalling the shoot of the 1983 film Pukar’s popular song Samundar Mein Naha Ke. The post not only evokes memories of classic Bollywood but also marks a significant comeback—this was Amitabh Bachchan’s first shoot after his near-fatal accident during Coolie in 1982.

With her signature wit, Zeenat shared a clip of the song and wrote, “Uff... I’ll be candid. This is a bit of a gratuitous post brought on by the summer. It’s just so damn hot! The weather I mean. Though I won’t be too coy to say that Mr. Bachchan and I romancing to those salty lyrics are quite sizzling too.”

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Minimal Direction, Maximum Charm

The scene, shot on a beach in Goa, was simple and unscripted in spirit. “The brief was as basic as they come – look pretty!” she revealed. Dressed in a white outfit, she romanced the surf and the sun while Mr. Bachchan danced around “like an ardent bird-of-paradise.”

Zeenat added that although her look came off effortlessly, she had to face a personal challenge. “I can’t swim! I had to swallow a fair amount of nerves (and seawater). Despite the tumbles, I thought I did a convincing job of being a jal pari,” she joked.

A Return from Crisis: Bachchan’s First Shoot After Recovery

One of the most touching details was Zeenat's mention of Amitabh Bachchan’s health. “Here’s another titbit. This was Mr. Bachchan’s first shoot after the life-threatening accident he suffered on the sets of Coolie in 1982.” That accident, involving a ruptured spleen, had kept the nation on edge, praying for the superstar’s recovery.

Zeenat recalled, “The atmosphere on set was particularly buoyant. Bachchan mania was well-established by then, and the nation practically held its breath till he was in the clear.”

The Golden Goa Days and a Vibrant Set

Speaking about the film Pukar, Zeenat shared her admiration for director Ramesh Behl and the film’s anti-colonial theme, saying, “Goa in the early 80s was quiet, idyllic and unpeopled. Pukar was a blast to shoot. Its excellent cast and catchy music made it memorable.”

Fans and Celebrities React

Actor Soni Razdan commented, “Salty sea, salty lyrics, and bird-of-paradise are just so apt! Zeenat, I love your language.” Fans also chimed in with personal memories and tributes, with one recalling that Abhishek Bachchan had once named Zeenat his favorite actress.

Through her detailed, humorous, and emotionally rich post, Zeenat Aman continues to offer rare glimpses into the reality behind Bollywood’s golden façade. Her Instagram presence is quickly becoming a cultural archive in itself, bridging generations of cinema lovers.