Waheeda Rehman Initially Declined Delhi-6, Convinced by Rakeysh Mehra's Humor

• Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra revealed Waheeda Rehman initially turned down Delhi-6 due to her reluctance to act.
• Her return to cinema was with Mehra's Rang De Basanti, which she accepted after liking the story.
• Mehra used a humorous tactic, threatening to build the set outside her house, to finally convince her for Delhi-6.
• Mehra described Waheeda Rehman as an integral part of his life, sharing details of their personal bond and her current passion for wildlife photography.
• Rishi Kapoor, known for disliking night shoots, also agreed to extensive night filming for Delhi-6 after Mehra's persistence.

Why It Matters: Waheeda Rehman's initial hesitation for Delhi-6 was overcome by Rakeysh Mehra's persistence and humor.