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Why are politicians OBSESSED with Hema Malini's cheeks?

Last updated on: May 11, 2013 17:20 IST
Hema Malini in Azaad

It began with the irrepressible Laloo Prasad Yadav who famously promised to make the roads in Bihar 'as smooth as Hema Malini's cheeks.'

A Madhya Pradesh mantri said likewise recently as did Chhattisgarh's Public Works Department minister last week.

What are these politicos so fascinated with Hemaji's cheeks?

Why are politicians OBSESSED with Hema Malini's cheeks?

Last updated on: May 11, 2013 17:20 IST
Hema Malini in Andha Kanoon

Until these politicos revealed their obsession with Hemaji's cheeks, we confess we hadn't really noticed how smooth they were, allured as we were by her magical eyes, her lovely smile, her incredible poise...

Why are politicians OBSESSED with Hema Malini's cheeks?

Last updated on: May 11, 2013 17:20 IST
Hema Malini in Raja Jani

Right from the day the Iyengar teenager from Madras dropped into Bollywood, she has lived up to her title -- 'Dream Girl'.

Hemaji will be 65 this October, but her awesome looks and grace defy age.

None of her contemporaries have stayed so attractive.

Why are politicians OBSESSED with Hema Malini's cheeks?

Last updated on: May 11, 2013 17:20 IST
Hema Malini in Johnny Mera Naam

We'd be very curious to know the composition of the elixir of youth both Hemaji and hubby Dharamji likely consume.

Both of them remain sooooooo good-looking despite acquiring Senior Citizen status.

We will, we guess, always be Yamla Pagla Deewana about their smashing appearance.

Why are politicians OBSESSED with Hema Malini's cheeks?

Last updated on: May 11, 2013 17:20 IST
Hema Malini in Baghban

So, Hemaji, a toast to you!

May you always be the most beautiful woman in Bollywood even when you are 80!