Zeenat Aman
Zeenat Aman's influencer era is in full swing. The actress has been enjoying her time on Instagram, sharing nostalgic nuggets of gold from the bygone era of Bollywood with the world.
Zeenat Aman celebrates one year since she joined Instagram
On February 11, Zeenat Aman took to Instagram to celebrate one year since her debut on the platform. The actress shared a picture of herself dressed in a stylish blazer, saying, " People presume that transformative experiences are the prerogative of the young. My experience tells me otherwise. 365 days ago my kids cajoled me into uploading my first Instagram post. That little leap of faith forced me to confront my deep tech trepidations and even deeper need for privacy. Then it gifted me a transformative year.
It showed me the possibilities of being true to myself, publicly. No agents, no managers, no bought followers - just the kids and I winging it! Oh, and what kids they are. If you wonder how I navigate Instagram or know the latest lingo, the answer lies with my informal little band of millennials.
There is lovely, gentle @tanya.agarwall_ who photographs me with ease, thoughtful @_pratikshanair_ who makes up my face exactly as I like, and quiet @makeupnhairbyankita who fixes my hair. Then there are @zanuski and @carapiranha , who have held my hand every step of the way.
So, here's a thought from this septuagenarian - transformations demand that we embrace the unknown. And there's really no age limit to when you can transform your life. Happy one-year anniversary to you and I. Please eat a slice of cake on my behalf today.
P.S: just like my first post, this one too was shot in my garden by @tanya.agarwall_ just yesterday. The clothes are from my closet, and I did my own hair and makeup of course."
Zeenat Aman's work front
Zeenat Aman, who was last seen in a cameo in Panipat (2019), is returning to the screen with Faraz Arif Ansari's next, Bun Tikki. For his first feature film after the acclaimed short, Sheer Qorma (2021), the writer-director has rounded up an impressive cast - Aman, Shabana Azmi, and Abhay Deol. The movie, centred on a father and his pre-teen son, explores gender identity. A source from the creative team revealed, "Though Bun Tikki revolves around Abhay and his on-screen son, Shabana and Zeenat form the film's backbone. Casting for the child is underway. When Faraz approached Zeenat, she loved the script. She always knew that if she made a comeback, it would be with a story that aligned with her ideas and beliefs. Bun Tikki was just that. She told Faraz that she had to be a part of this film as it explores many causes that she feels strongly about."
The project marks couturier Manish Malhotra's foray into production as he launches his banner Stage 5 with three movies. "The film is far removed from the glamorous image that Manish has. But the subject resonated with him. Through his productions, he wants to support lesser-heard stories and voice."
