Hema Malini Celebrates Durga Saptami, Remembers Her Role as Maa Kali
Hema Malini shares a nostalgic video on Durga Saptami, reflecting on her iconic role as Maa Kali in Jay Dakshineshwar Kali Maa.
Mumbai, October 17 (Daily Kiran) : Hema Malini, the veteran actress and BJP MP, extended her warm wishes to fans on the occasion of Durga Saptami. On Saturday, she took to Instagram to reminisce about her portrayal of Maa Kali in the film “Jay Dakshineshwar Kali Maa.”
In her post, she shared a video clip from the film, highlighting the deep devotion and love that singer Anuradha Paudwal infused into the song featured in the movie. The clip shows Malini dancing in the guise of Maa Kali alongside performers portraying demons, a memorable part of her cinematic journey.
Accompanying the video, Hema wrote, “On this auspicious occasion of Durga Saptami, I present a clip shared by my dear fan Vishal Kumar. This clip is from the film ‘Maa Dakshineshwari Kali,’ featuring a beautiful song sung by Anuradha Paudwal. Watching this clip reminded me of the love and devotion with which Anuradha Ji shot this dance. Wishing everyone a heartfelt Durga Saptami and Navratri.”
Reflecting on the filming experience, she expressed her appreciation for the heartfelt dedication behind the dance sequence. Released in 1996, “Jay Dakshineshwar Kali Maa” revolves around a young woman named Jyoti, a devoted follower of Goddess Kali. The narrative follows her struggles against oppression from her family, particularly her mother-in-law. When her suffering becomes unbearable, Goddess Kali, portrayed by Malini, appears to protect her, empowering Jyoti to stand up against injustice with dignity.
