Lata Mangeshkar and Dilip Kumar are two of the most iconic and beloved figures in Indian cinema. The two of them have worked together in many hit films over the years, but in the late 1970s, something happened between them that caused them to stop talking to each other for 13 years. This article will explore what happened between the two, why they stopped talking, and how they managed to make up after such a long silence.
What Happened Between Lata Mangeshkar & Dilip Kumar?
The two stars had worked together in several popular films, including the classic “Ganga Jamuna” (1961). However, the relationship between them soured in the late 1970s, when Lata Mangeshkar was asked to sing a song for Dilip Kumar’s film “Dastaan”. The song was composed by Naushad Ali, and Lata Mangeshkar agreed to sing it without even hearing the tune.
However, when she heard the tune, she was disappointed and refused to sing it. This infuriated Dilip Kumar, who then refused to work with her again.
Why Did They Stop Talking?
The reason for the disagreement between the two stars is not clear. Some say that Dilip Kumar was offended by Lata Mangeshkar’s refusal to sing the song, while others suggest that it was caused by a personal dispute between the two.
Whatever the reason, the disagreement caused a rift between them that lasted for 13 years.
The 13-Year Silence
The silence between the two stars lasted for 13 years, during which time they did not work together on any film. They stopped talking to each other, and even avoided each other at public events.
The silence between them was so strong that when Lata Mangeshkar was invited to attend Dilip Kumar’s wedding in 1981, she politely declined the invitation.
How Did They Make Up?
The 13-year silence between the two stars finally ended in 1993, when Lata Mangeshkar was invited to attend a function honouring Dilip Kumar. She accepted the invitation and attended the event, where she and Dilip Kumar finally reconciled.
The two stars were seen embracing each other and exchanging pleasantries, thus ending their long-standing feud.
Conclusion
The feud between Lata Mangeshkar and Dilip Kumar lasted for 13 years, but the two stars eventually managed to put their differences aside and reconcile. While the reason for their disagreement is still unknown, it
