Rajesh Khanna, originally named Jatin Khanna has ruled the Bollywood movies like a monarch. He was also called as ‘kaka’ by his close ones. He enjoyed lots of the popularity and stardom. He is considered as the first superstar of Indian cinema. This fabulous actor left as on 18 th July 2012, still, his larger than life performance entertain us. Like his movies, his life was also interesting and worth knowing. Here are the lesser known facts about our beloved actor.

1. His real name was Jatin Khanna but later he changed his name to Rajesh Khanna on the advice of his uncle.  
2. He was nourished by his foster parents
3. He was the first Bollywood actor who became the superstar. Critics called him Superstar after its amazing performance in film Aradhana.
4. Girls were the big fan of Rajesh Khanna. They used to write him love letters in blood. The girls were so crazy for the actor that they often kiss his cars and paint it with their lipstick marks
5. Rajesh Khanna dated with actress Anju Mahendru for 7 years

            6. He gave break to popular lyricist duo Salim- Javed

             7. His closet friend in Bollywood were music director RD Burman and singer Kishor kumar.

On his 6th Death anniversary we wish rembembers this actor for his signifcant contribution to entertainment industry.

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