Veteran actress Zeenat Aman, known as the ‘Queen of Instagram’, recently reminisced about a cherished moment from her past. She posted two pictures on Instagram, one showing her in her younger days with short hair in a sepia-toned image. A heartfelt caption accompanied the post, where she recalled her first professional photoshoot experience at Hamilton Studio in Ballard Estate, Mumbai.
In her caption, Zeenat Aman mentioned the excitement she felt that morning, hinting at a potential career in modeling or earning pocket money while pursuing further studies. Growing up in south Bombay, surrounded by film stars and producers, she felt encouraged to explore the entertainment industry. The actress highlighted the significance of being photographed at Hamilton Studio, one of India’s oldest photography studios with a rich history of capturing notable personalities.
Reflecting on the first picture, Zeenat Aman shared the story behind a misconception about the second picture being circulated as her younger self. She clarified that while there was a resemblance, the second picture was indeed fake. The actress credited her mother for her unwavering support and attention to detail during her early days in the industry, leading up to her eventual discovery by Dev Anand.
