When Salman Khan Paid Tribute To Reel Ma Reema Lagoo At Award Show: 'It Feels I’ve Lost My Onscreen Mother'

Born as Nayan Bhadbhade in 1958, Reema Lagoo was a noted name in the Hindi and Marathi film industry. From theatre to the big screen, her career had been quite bright, up until 2017 when the actress suddenly left for heavenly abode.

Reema Lagoo's noted 'mom' roles

Reema's death shocked the nation! Known for her 'maternal' presence on screen, the veteran actress became famous for her “middle-aged, modern, but understanding mother” avatar on both the silver and small screens to some of the biggest stars in the industry.

Salman Khan included!

In fact, Reema and Salman go way back, with the actress acting as his mother in several films, including, Saajan, Maine Pyar Kiya, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Hum Saath-Saath Hain and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.

Which is exactly why, during the 2017 IIFA Awards, the Bollywood Tiger decided to dedicate a chunk of his performance to his reel ma.

Salman Khan on Reema Lagoo's demise

Speaking at an event, he had said, "Reemaji had played my mother in some films, starting with ‘Maine Pyar Kiya‘. Off-screen, she was like a friend with me. She was a lovely human being. It feels like I’ve lost my onscreen mother.”.

Reema Lagoo's diverse portfolio

Reema was noted in all aspects of Indian cinema. On the big screen, she has given remarkable performances in Kal Ho Na Ho, Vastaav, Rangeela and Kya Kehna, among others. On television, she was seen in prominent roles in Khandaan, Shrimaan Shrimati, Tu Tu, Main Main, Do Aur Do Paanch, and even Namkaran.

In Marathi, her notable stage performances include Ghar Tighanche Have, Chal Aatap Lavkar, Jhale Mokle Aakash, To Ek Kshann, and more.