Jaya Bachchan believes Amitabh Bachchan “gave a better performance” than her in ‘Mili’ - Exclusive

Jaya Bachchan Praises Amitabh's Performance in 'Mili' on Film's 50th Anniversary

Directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee, the film 'Mili' is celebrating its 50th anniversary. Starring Jaya Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan, the movie remains a classic due to the actors' performances. On this golden jubilee, Jaya Bachchan shared her experiences and insights during the making of 'Mili'.

Here are excerpts from the conversation:

"‘Mili’ is one of my favourite films with Hrishi Kaku. I had already decided to quit, and I thought Abhimaan would be my last film before marriage. But then Hrishi Kaku…" Jaya Bachchan laughed, adding, "It was an irresistible part."

Half a century later, it's difficult to imagine anyone else playing Mili. Jaya Bachchan confessed, "To be fair, I can’t imagine anyone else in that character.”

Jaya Bachchan Believes Amitabh Bachchan Outshone Her in 'Mili'

Jaya Bachchan believes that Amitabh Bachchan delivered a superior performance in 'Mili'. “I think our (Jaya and Amitabh’s) best films together were ‘Abhimaan’ and ‘Mili.’ I think Amitji gave a better performance than I did in Mili,” she stated.

“I consider it to be one of his best performances,” Jaya Bachchan added.

Recalling her time working with Hrishikesh Mukherjee, Jaya Bachchan said, “Like all Hrishikesh Mukherjee’s films, it was quick and very enjoyable. Hrishi Kaku came across as very laidback. But he knew exactly what he wanted from his cast and crew.”

“And he wouldn’t rest easy until the shooting happened exactly his way,” the actress concluded.