inside golden age In Bollywood, when some movies and songs are made, no one knows that they will acquire the status of classics and be celebrated decades later. An example of this is “Hare Rama Hare Krishna,” released in 1971, in which the song “Stupid Marlowe Stupid“Not only did it become the national anthem, it also demonstrated Zeenat Aman With an unforgettable avatar.
Her hippie look is one of the iconic Bollywood avatars till date. .
“When the song was being shot, Dev Sahab was hesitant about it. He wasn’t sure if we should use it in the film, but he was convinced,” Zeenat reveals. The song’s uncertainty highlights the unpredictability of filmmaking, how even the most memorable scenes can come from moments of doubt and decision.once Dev Anand When it was confirmed that the song would be included, attention turned to Zeenat’s look. The actress said it was a topic of discussion. Since the song suited her character so well, Zeenat decided to give the song a personal touch with long straight hair parted in the middle. Dev Anand, however, had a different perspective and envisioned a more vibrant and bohemian look to fit the setting of the film and the spirit of the song.
Dev Anand felt that Zeenat’s character should wear sunglasses and have a hippie look as the song was also shot around hippies. He firmly believed that actresses should appear carefree and not be bothered by anything. “It was very binding,” Zeenat recalled.
The proposal resulted in a collaboration between actors and directors, fusing their creative visions to create a look that would resonate with audiences and define a generation. The resulting hippie-inspired outfits, paired with oversized sunglasses and carefree demeanor, perfectly capture the essence of the era and the song’s rebellious spirit.
“Dum Maro Dum” and Zeenat Aman’s iconic looks continue to be celebrated throughout Bollywood history. A behind-the-scenes look at its creation highlights the thoughtful and creative conversations that went into bringing it to life. As Zeenat Aman reminisces about those golden years, fans are reminded of the magic that can happen when creative minds come together to make films that stand the test of time.
