Jackie Shroff's Iconic 17 Slaps: The Untold Story Behind Parinda

In a fascinating revelation, Jackie Shroff disclosed that he slapped co-star Anil Kapoor 17 times during the filming of their acclaimed 1989 movie Parinda. The scene required an authentic reaction, leading to multiple retakes directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra. Shroff humorously recounted, "I couldn't just act as if I was slapping him; I had to slap him for real." This intense dedication contributed to the film's success, earning Shroff his only Filmfare Award for Best Actor. Parinda remains a classic in Bollywood cinema.

 

Source: Republic World, DNA India, Times of India