Back in the day, Bollywood friendships were forged in laughter and mischief, far from the glamour we see today. Veteran actor Om Puri brought those vibrant memories to life on the popular talk show ‘Kosish Se Kamyabi Tak,’ regaling viewers with pranks that had everyone in splits.
Sparking curiosity, the host addressed swirling rumors: Was Om really Amrish Puri’s brother? No, but Om’s mimicry of the iconic villain’s powerful voice was legendary. The segment quickly pivoted to juicy details about Om’s jokes with Ratna Pathak Shah and Geeta Vashist.
With a mischievous grin, Om described dialing Naseeruddin Shah’s residence. Ratna answered, and Om asked for Naseer. As she went to call him, Om unleashed the Amrish impression: ‘Brother, invite me over sometimes—offer some food!’ The reveal came with Om’s hearty chuckle, leaving Ratna amused.
Om’s narrative then shifted to Geeta’s birthday bash. After she mentioned the party, Om rang later only to hit the answering machine. In perfect Amrish style, he recorded: ‘Happy birthday, but why me? We’ve shared screen space.’
Ecstatic, Geeta dialed Amrish directly. ‘Sir, your message was so touching—please join my celebration!’ Amrish, caught off guard, probed further. Upon hearing about the invite, he roared with laughter: ‘That’s Om’s doing! No message from me, but best wishes.’
These tales painted a vivid picture of an era when actors bonded over harmless fun, contrasting sharply with modern industry’s polish. Om Puri’s storytelling prowess turned simple pranks into timeless legends, endearing him forever to fans who crave authentic Bollywood lore.