Farida Jalal Expresses Frustration Over Typecasting: ‘Anupam Kher, Amrish Puri Got Diverse Roles While I’m Stuck as Maa or Dadi’ | Bollywood

Ahoy, Bollywood buffs! Khabree Kiran here, ready to spill the chai on the latest B-town scoop. Hold onto your popcorn, because this one’s a mix of nostalgia and a bit of heartache for one of our beloved veteran actresses. Let’s dive in!

Farida Jalal: Tired of the "Maa-Dadi" Shtick!

Alright, folks, gather ’round. Our very own Farida Jalal, the iconic maa and dadi of Bollywood, is feeling a bit dukhi. Why, you ask? Well, in a recent chit-chat with the press, she opened up about being pigeonholed into motherly roles. While we’ve seen her play the loving mom to stars like Shah Rukh, Salman, and Akshay, she’s craving something a bit more… let’s say, "spicy."

Photo Credit: Farida Jalal being her ever-graceful self, but tired of the same old roles!

Farida Jalal spoke about being offered ‘Maa’, ‘Dadi’ roles compared to her male counterparts.

Farida’s Frustration: Bored of the Stereotype

In her own words, Farida ji lamented, "I’m waiting for a challenging role where I can showcase my versatility. I feel ki chalo, ek aur maa ka role laaye, aur ek dadi ka role laaye mere liye. Same wahi sab kuch." Seriously, Bollywood kahaan hai aapke nayi ideas?

She pointed out how her male counterparts like Anupam Kher and the late Amrish Puri got to flex their acting muscles in various avatars—villains, comedians, you name it. Meanwhile, she’s stuck in the perpetual mom-grandmom zone. Not fair, Bollywood. Not fair at all.

Farida Jalal’s Acting Odyssey

Let’s take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, shall we? Farida Jalal has graced our screens in some unforgettable classics. From the iconic Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, she’s been the go-to mom for Shah Rukh Khan. Remember her from Bobby or Amar Prem? Total legend!

Recently, she took on the dadi role yet again in Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Heeramandi. Come on, Bhansali saab, kuch naya karte hain!

Kiran’s Gyan: Bollywood’s One-Track Mind

Aur suno, Bollywood ke makers! Just because someone aces the role of a maa or dadi doesn’t mean that’s all they can do. Farida Jalal deserves roles that challenge her, roles that make her (and us) go "Wah, kya baat hai!" So, a little advice: how about casting her in something unexpected next time? Maybe a spy thriller or a courtroom drama? The possibilities are endless!

That’s all for now, doston! Keep your filmi antennas tuned for more masala from yours truly, Khabree Kiran. Till next time, remember – Bollywood might be larger than life, but a little variety never hurt anyone! 🎬✨