The evening was graced by Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs of India, Shri Kiren Rijiju Ji, Minister of Cultural Affairs, Government of Maharashtra, Shri Ashish Shelar Ji, Ms. Nidarshana Gowani, Founder of Kamala Trust along with Sanjeev Gupta, Outdoor Partner Global Advertisers, Poonam Dhillon, Rakesh Roshan, Shatrughan Sinha, Jeetendra, Madhoo, Ramesh Sippy, Kiran Juneja, Babul Supriyo, Sanjeev Gupta, Aarya Masoom Sharma, Kavi Narayan Agrawal & Many More.*
For the first time in her 60-year film career, Hema Malini shared her remarkable journey in cinema through personal anecdotes and cherished memories at Hema Malini – Live in Concert: Celebrating the Dream Girl’s Diamond Jubilee- 60 Glorious Years in Cinema, held on July 10, 2026, at Mumbai’s Shanmukhananda Hall. Produced and directed by RJ Anirudh, the grand charity concert also featured a special tribute to Dharmendra and supported CINTAA and FWICE with a contribution of ₹10 lakh. In what became one of the most memorable music and film events of Indian cinema this year, renowned radio personality, author, and director RJ Anirudh presented a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Hema Malini during the spectacular event.
“Hema Malini ki Kahani, Unki Zubani” came alive as, for the very first time, the Dream Girl recounted her incredible 60-year cinematic journey through fascinating anecdotes from her chartbuster songs and blockbuster films, including Sholay, Seeta Aur Geeta, Razia Sultan, Baghban, Kranti, Kudrat, Dharmatma, and Satte Pe Satta.
Hema Malini and RJ Anirudh were accompanied by a 15-piece orchestra and Hemaji Ke Nau Ratan, a stellar line-up of celebrated singers including *Sudesh Bhosle, Suresh Wadkar, Padmini Kolhapure, Shabbir Kumar, Anu Malik, Anup Jalota, Kavita Krishnamurti, Vijeta Pandit, and Purnima Shrestha, who brought her timeless melodies to life*
The evening commemorated six remarkable decades of Hema Malini’s unparalleled contribution to Indian cinema. More than just a celebration, the event was organized as a charity musical concert in support of CINTAA (Cine & TV Artists Association) and FWICE (Federation of Western India Cine Employees). Hema Malini and RJ Anirudh presented cheques worth a total of ₹10 Lakh to the two organizations, reaffirming their commitment to supporting the film fraternity.
RJ Anirudh, known for his deep admiration for Indian cinema and its legends, hosted, wrote, produced, and directed the musical extravaganza. During the evening, Hema Malini paid an emotional tribute to her iconic collaborations with legendary actors, filmmakers, and music maestros including *Raj Kapoor, Amitabh Bachchan, Rajesh Khanna, Manoj Kumar, Feroz Khan, Shashi Kapoor, R.D. Burman, Sanjeev Kumar, Raaj Kumar, and many others*
The evening also witnessed the felicitation of several distinguished personalities who contributed to Hema Malini’s extraordinary legacy, including *Shatrughan Sinha, Jeetendra, Javed Akhtar, Rakesh Roshan, Ramesh Sippy, Subhash Ghai, Sanjay Khan, Anandji (of Kalyanji-Anandji), and Umesh Mehra*
Adding to the significance of the event, Hema Malini presented a deeply personal tribute to Dharmendra, celebrating his immense contribution to Indian cinema and the enduring legacy of one of the industry’s most beloved stars
*Hema Malini shared* “Completing 60 years in Indian cinema is truly a blessing. I am overwhelmed by the love and affection I have received throughout my journey. This celebration is dedicated to my audience, my colleagues and everyone who has been a part of my life in cinema. It is also a heartfelt tribute to Dharamji and the countless memories we have shared together over the years.”
*Speaking about the occasion, RJ Anirudh said*, _”Hema Malini ji is not just a cinematic icon; she is an institution. Her grace, talent, discipline, and contribution to both cinema and dance are unparalleled. It was an absolute honor to celebrate her incredible journey and pay tribute to a legend who continues to inspire millions across generations”_
