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My very first film in Hindi - 'CID' - was with Dev Anand…

“My very first film in Hindi - 'CID' - was with Dev Anand. I was a big fan of his. So you can imagine my excitement and nervousness at doing a film with him. On the very first day on the sets, when I called him 'Dev Saab' he turned around and said 'No no, call me Dev.'” quote by Waheeda Rehman
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“My very first film in Hindi - 'CID' - was with Dev Anand. I was a big fan of his. So you can imagine my excitement and nervousness at doing a film with him. On the very first day on the sets, when I called him 'Dev Saab' he turned around and said 'No no, call me Dev.'”

Waheeda Rehman

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

She recounts her excitement and nerves meeting idol Dev Anand on her first Hindi film set.

In simple terms: First big projects can be both thrilling and intimidating.

Key Takeaway

Embrace excitement, manage nerves.

Themes

film celebrity mentorship career milestones

Mood

nostalgic inspirational

Type

storytelling personal

When to use this quote

  • first film set
  • meeting mentors
  • public speaking
  • performance anxiety

Key Concepts

acting nerve management industry dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • What did you learn from your first professional encounter?
  • How do you handle nervousness in new opportunities?
A Different Perspective

Even idols may have unexpected reactions.

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