When Vinod Khanna left a film midway and flew to the United States; read

Back in day, late actor Vid Khanna had once taken a long break from industry and had left for United States. As per a report by Desi Martini, Vid Khanna left Bollywood for some time to be with Rajneesh, who was popularly kwn as Osho and stayed in his ashram in US for almost four years. In meantime, he left one of his films midway. However, Khanna came back to India in 1986.

When Vid Khanna left a film halfway

As per report, Vid Khanna was drawn towards Osho after death of his cousin in an accident and after his mor passed away. Vid Khanna wanted to seek spiritual guidance. During course of time, actor was shooting for a film titled Shatruta, which was helmed by Mahesh Bhatt. Shatutra also starred Naseeruddin Shah and Rekha.

filming of Shatutra was reportedly 75% complete. However, Vid Khanna decided to walk off. film which was being produced by Sandeep Sethi, was left midway. producer also appealed to Vid Khanna to complete it, but in vain.

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report adds that when Vid Khanna stopped answering producer's calls, Mahesh Bhatt went to US and tried to convince him. However, after taking a long break, Vid Khanna returned to India in 1986 and completed  project. But, film never finally saw light of day.

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Vid Khanna's movies

Late actor Vid Khanna did an array of films in his prolific career. His movies like Shankar Shambhu, Amar Akbar Anthony, Zameer, Parvarish Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, Panch Dushman, Bombay 405 Miles among ors were well received. Vid Khanna shared screen with actors like Amitabh Bachchan, Shatrughan Sinha, late actor Feroz Khan, Rekha among ors. 

Vid Khanna's songs

Vid Khanna's songs like Koi Hota Jisko Apna, Jab Koi Baat Bigad Jaye, Hum Tumhe Chahte Hai Aise, Chahiye Thoda Pyar, Wada Karle Sajna Tere Bina among ors remain evergreen. actor co-starred with Shabana Azmi, Saira Banu, Meenakshi Sheshdari, and ir songs toger hit bullseye. Meanwhile, Vid Khanna bagged his first Filmfare Award for his role in film, Haath Ki Safai. 

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