Music composer and singer Anu Malik opens up about her early professional journey and her first interaction with the veteran actress and politician Hema Malini during the movie “Maarg”. He noted that the project marked the beginning of a meaningful creative connection that would continue in later years.
Anu Malik in his continued partnership and ‘Aware: ‘
Anu Malik shared in an interview with IANS that their collaboration did not end with ‘Maarg’, as they later worked on ‘Awaargi’, a film produced by Hema Malini herself. He recalls that the experience allowed him to engage his vision as a producer while shaping the musical identity of the film.
Creative feedback from Hema Malini
Talking about his working experience, the composer highlighted how involved Hema Malini was in the music-making process and how her feedback influenced his work. He said, “My first association with Hema Ji was in the film ‘Maarg’. Then we did ‘Awaargi’ together, which Hema Ji also produced. She inspired me a lot. She always gave feedback while I was composing the songs.” He further mentioned that his appreciation for his work in ‘Ek Chadar Maili Si’ remains a memorable moment in his career. Malik added a powerful personal compliment, saying, “There is no one more beautiful than Hema Malini,” he concluded.
Memories with: Dharmendra: and: Sunny Deol
Anu Malik also spoke about her long-standing relationship with the Deol family, describing a warm relationship with Dharmendra and Sunny Deol over the years. He recalls that his association with Sunny Deol also extended to professional collaborations in cinema. He said, “I have always enjoyed a very close relationship with Dharam Ji (Dharmendra). I am very close to Sunny (Deol). I even gave the music for his second film, ‘Sohni Mahiwal’.”“Sharing more deeply personal memories, Anu Malik spoke about Dharmendra’s fondness for his compositions and the informal relationship they shared. He recalls how the veteran actor appreciated the passionate and melodious tracks, and how their interactions often transcended professional spaces. He added, “Dharam Ji really liked my music. In fact, I once came up with a playful number, ‘Pal Pal Na Mane Tinku Jiya’, and Dharam Ji, who was very happy with himself, liked that song a lot. He also likes my melodious numbers. He used to treat me like a family member, so we see each other often. “Anu Malik’s previous full-length musical work was the romantic drama film ‘Tu Meri Poori Kahani’.