Legendary Bollywood friendships you didn’t know about

They were contemporaries and competitors, but their relationship was anything but cold. In fact, Dev Anand once credited Dilip Kumar for encouraging him during his early years in the industry.

Bonded by grace and grief, these two powerhouse performers shared a deep emotional understanding off-screen. They supported each other through personal struggles and were known to exchange handwritten letters.

Behind Shammi’s flamboyance and Mehmood’s comic timing was a bond of brotherhood. They stood by each other in tough times and shared a bond that went beyond just laughter.

From film sets to world tours, this graceful duo has stayed close for over 50 years. Along with Helen, they still vacation together, proving that true friendships age beautifully.

One from Bollywood, the other a South superstar — yet their friendship has lasted decades. Rajinikanth considers Amitabh a mentor, and their camaraderie continues both on and off screen.