Rakesh Mehra: There is no short cut to excellence as Milkha Singh says

- Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, who made a film on the life of Milkha Singh, remembers the unforgettable moments he had with her, which is very emotional and touching.

- Talent may be the trumpet, but the best thing in life is to get out of the burning fire. There is no short cut if you want to excel in the world.

'Don't worry, I'll be fine. I don't understand how I got Corona. Hope to get better soon .. 'These are the words of' Flying Sikh 'i.e. Milkha Singh who created a number of records in the track competition. He is not among us today, but life gave him many wounds but he did not let it get in his way. His parents were killed after the split. He had to stay in a refugee camp in Delhi. Tried to join the Indian Army, but succeeded in the fourth attempt. However, his wife died just days before the 31-year-old lion's death. Here, writer-director Rakesh Omprakash Mehra, who made a film on the life of Milkha Singh, remembers the unforgettable moments he had with her, which is very emotional and touching.

Filmmaker Rakesh Omprakash Mehra is still not ready to accept that India's legendary runner Ray has passed away. It is very difficult for a filmmaker to accept that Milkha Singh died on June 19 due to another ailment caused by Kovid. These internationally renowned runners were very close to the filmmaker. These ties were further strengthened when he made the film 'Bhaag Milkha Bhaag' in 2014. They know this unusual man and his professional journey very well. When Rakesh Mehra made the film, Farhan Akhtar as Milkha Singh portrayed Milkha Singh on the big screen in a thriving way, as everyone who watched the film must have felt. The film was also a huge success.

Remembering this iconic sportsman, Rakesh Mehra says, 'A person like Milkha Singh lives forever in the hearts of the people. Yes, even if you say goodbye to this person's body, he always stands to inspire us all. His achievement remains unchanged forever. They live on in our memory forever. '

For this renowned sprinter, Rakesh Mehra further said, "For me, he was the first international sporting hero of independent India. He is also an inspiration to athletes, business professionals, politicians and filmmakers. Not only do I say this but it echoes from all corners of the globe. I spoke to him only a month or two after his death. We both kept asking about each other. Our relationship was like a father and a son, and in many ways. ' His wife Nirmal Kaur died on June 12, also due to Corona. And of this runner on the fifth day. Rakesh Mehra adds, "When he fell ill, I thought his family would give him space and privacy. I kept in touch with his family, Nimmi Aunty and him. I have lost a lot because of his departure. '

Recalling the relationship between Milkha Singh and his family, Rakesh Mehra says, "Nimmi Aunty and they were like another family to me. They made me feel like my elders and every now and then we would ask about each other. To me they were respectable. I thought his story should reach the younger generation. Factors like pop culture - The story helps to reach a wider audience through movies and music. I wanted people of this generation to connect with them and experience their story. '

When Rakesh Mehra was researching Milkhasinh as a filmmaker, he must have spent 2,000 hours with Milkhasinh and recorded the details. Did in-depth research on his life. What else do you want to create from all that material? - In response to such a question, Rakesh Mehra said, 'I believe that everything comes in the film on him. I would love more if the whole world knew about this. The way the response has been received in India, it is likely to be well received around the world. People will connect with their emotions. Spotsmen like Carrie Lewis are highly respected for their accomplishments. He has seen the film and sent a salute to Milkha Singh. They don't know each other, but they were able to connect with Milkha Singh's journey. '

"There is no substitute for hard work," said Rajesh Mehra. There is no short cut if you want to excel in the world. His words are the mantra of my life, 'said filmmaker Rakesh Mehra, recalling the legendary runner.