Mahima Chaudhry embarked on her acting journey with Subhash Ghai’s masterpiece, Pardes, back in 1997. Teaming up with the charismatic Shah Rukh Khan and the talented Apurva Agnihotri, Mahima set foot into the world of cinema. In a recent heart-to-heart with Radio Nasha, Mahima fondly recollected the days spent on the sets of Pardes, especially the anticipation that gripped everyone when SRK was slated to arrive.
“Everyone was on edge, waiting for him to grace us with his presence… It felt like an eternity, but after 20 days, there he was,” Mahima shared, reminiscing about the excitement that filled the air when Shah Rukh finally made his grand entrance. The atmosphere would buzz with energy as the cast and crew gathered around the superstar, hanging onto his every word and gesture.
Describing Shah Rukh as a “workshop” brimming with captivating stories, Mahima couldn’t help but gush about his magnetic presence on set. Recalling a particular scene from the film Do Dil Mil Rahe Hain, Mahima revealed how she would steal glances at Shah Rukh in action, marvelling at his impeccable dialogue delivery and mesmerizing dance moves.
In a candid chat with India Today, Mahima Chaudhry opened up about her surreal journey with Pardes, confessing that the reality far exceeded her wildest dreams. The actress considers herself incredibly fortunate to have kickstarted her career alongside the legendary Shah Rukh Khan.
Apart from Pardes, Mahima has left an indelible mark in Bollywood with her stellar performances in an array of films like Daag: The Fire, Dhadkan, and Baghban, to name a few. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan has an exciting project, King, in the works, featuring a star-studded cast including his daughter Suhana Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Abhay Verma.
The legacy of Pardes lives on, with its star-studded ensemble including luminaries like Amrish Puri, Alok Nath, and Himani Shivpuri etched in the annals of Bollywood history. Mahima Chaudhry’s journey from a debutant in Pardes to a powerhouse performer in the industry is a testament to her talent and resilience in the face of adversity.
