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Kangana Ranaut, known for her outspoken nature, once lauded Jaya Bachchan's dignity and impactful roles, despite their differing viewpoints. Ranaut acknowledged Bachchan's representation of women empowerment in the 1970s and her dignified presence in the Rajya Sabha. This softer stance came after Ranaut reflected on a past clash following Sushant Singh Rajput's death.

Today's Bollywood buzz includes Mohammed Rafi's son accusing Lata Mangeshkar and Asha Bhosle of sabotaging his father's career. CBFC demanded 23 cuts in 'Baaghi 4' despite its 'A' rating. The High Court dismissed a plea to stop the release of 'Jolly LLB 3'. Soni Razdan criticized defining Jaya Bachchan by her husband's name.

Veteran actress Soni Razdan, who essays the role of legendary Kashmiri singer Raj Begum in the recently released streaming film Songs of Paradise, recently opened up about the way women are still perceived in the industry. In an interview, she was asked about privileged women in cinema still being defined by their husbands’ names, with the example of Jaya Bachchan being cited.

Manoj Kumar's 'Roti, Kapda Aur Makaan' (1974) holds a special place in his career, reflecting social realities. The film featured Amitabh Bachchan before his superstardom, though Jaya Bachchan felt his talent was underutilized. Despite behind-the-scenes opinions, the movie remains a significant milestone, addressing basic human needs and marking an early collaboration between Manoj Kumar and Amitabh Bachchan.