Rekha Sindoor: Why is actress Rekha’s application of sindoor a mystery even today? Know the story behind this. Rekha Sindoor Mystery The Story Behind Her Signature Look
Sanjeev Kumar | May 13, 2026 10:23 AM CST
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In June 1982, Rekha received the National Award for Best Actress for her role in 'Umrao Jaan'. At that time, the then President of India Neelam Sanjiva Reddy asked him, 'Why is there vermilion in your demand?' The actress replied, 'In the city I come from, wearing vermilion is in fashion.' This incident happened before Rekha's marriage, but she was seen with Sindoor even after the death of her husband Mukesh Aggarwal in 1990. In an interview with Hindustan Times in 2008, the actress said, 'I don't care what others think. Well, I think it looks good on me. Sindoor suits me.
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