Parikshit Sahni is one of Indian cinema’s most respected veteran actors, known for his memorable performances in Kabhi Kabhie, Tapasya, Lage Raho Munna Bhai, 3 Idiots, and PK. The son of legendary actor Balraj Sahni, he has carried forward a remarkable cinematic legacy with grace and depth.In this episode of the ANI Podcast with Smita Prakash, Parikshit Sahni takes us through the golden era of Bollywood, sharing stories of working with icons like Raj Kapoor, Dilip Kumar, Amitabh Bachchan, and Rakhee.He opens up about his father’s advice, his early years in Moscow studying film direction, assisting Raj Kapoor on Mera Naam Joker, and how he became an actor. Sahni also talks about the magic of directors like Yash Chopra and Rishikesh Mukherjee, and what made films of the &#39;60s and &#39;70s truly timeless.This episode is a nostalgic journey through the heart of Bollywood’s golden era, told by someone who lived it.00:00 – Introduction00:38 – Working with Hrishikesh Mukherjee02:58 – Rivalries Among Actors in the 60s & 70s04:38 – Being Balraj Sahni’s Son & His Film Journey09:50 – Named by Rabindranath Tagore10:40 – Living with Uncle & Poet Bhisham Sahni13:30 – Studying Film Direction in Russia16:34 – Assisting Raj Kapoor on &#39;Mera Naam Joker&#39;18:34 – Balraj Sahni’s Acting Secrets & Life22:27 – Becoming an Actor by Mistake25:53 – Yash Chopra’s Working Style27:32 – Balraj Sahni’s Connection with Pakistan30:35 – Working with Yash Chopra34:01 – Working with Amitabh Bachchan36:09 – Acting with Balraj Sahni in Pavitra Papi39:23 – Friendship with Sanjeev Kumar42:38 – Working in the Industry for Six Decades46:04 – Working on &#39;Gul Gulshan Gulfam&#39;51:10 – Family52:53 – Working with Dev Anand Sahab54:03 – Writing Two Books55:48 – Friends in the Film Industry58:08 – Was Balraj Sahni’s House Grabbed by the Mafia?1:01:35 – Closing Remarks

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