Veteran actor Surendra Pal reveals Amitabh Bachchan’s parents were his fans; Dilip Kumar asked Saira Banu to cast him |

Veteran actor Surendra Pal has showcased versatility across television and film. From depicting roles like Kailashnath in Shagun to Dronacharya in Mahabharat, his performances garnered a dedicated fan base, including Bollywood celebrities.
Recounting an encounter with Dilip Kumar, Pal shared how the legendary actor admired his work in Shagun, revealing Kumar’s regular viewership and appreciation for his performances.While waiting for his son in Pali Hills, Surendra Pal had an unexpected encounter with Dilip Kumar and Saira Bano. As they drove by in their Mercedes, Pal greeted them, feeling fortunate to see them. Despite initially passing by, Kumar later approached Pal, recognizing him from the television series where he played the father of two daughters. This surprise encounter left Pal astonished, pondering how Kumar knew about his work in the serial ‘Shagun.’

Reflecting on the cherished encounter, Surendra recounted how Dilip Kumar, known for his role in Devdas, warmly engaged with him. Kumar held his hands and conversed for about 30 minutes, expressing interest in discussing Surendra’s character in the serial. Surendra felt elated when Kumar mentioned watching and enjoying the series regularly, fulfilling his dream. He considered it a blessing to receive praise from a legendary figure admired nationwide. Surendra stood in awe, silently listening as Kumar spoke about his work, feeling grateful for such a meaningful moment in his acting career.

Surendra Pal described how Dilip Kumar continuously praised him during their interaction. Kumar also suggested to Saira ji that Surendra should be cast in fatherly roles in serials, emphasizing that he portrayed such roles exceptionally well, stating, “You won’t find a better father than him in the entire world.”

Surendra Pal’s television stardom also garnered admiration from notable figures like Amitabh Bachchan’s parents, Harivansh Rai Bachchan and Teji Bachchan. Amitabh Bachchan himself mentioned during the shoot of Khuda Gawah that his parents were avid fans of Surendra’s work and extended an invitation to visit them. Surendra had the privilege of meeting Amitabh Bachchan’s parents at their residence, where they warmly welcomed him, attributing this opportunity to his role in Mahabharat.