When Divya Bharti was seen touching Dharmendra's feet in 32 year old video; Shy Shah Rukh Khan stands by

Social media has a wonderful way of digging up old gems, and a rare resurfaced video from 1992 has hit fans right in the feels. The nostalgic clip captures a beautiful, candid moment between industry legends and rising stars.

It's a perfect little time capsule, showing a shy, budding star, Shah Rukh Khan, a beloved legend, Dharmendra, and the radiant Divya Bharti, all in one frame.

A shy newcomer and a rising star

This viral video, popping up 32 years later, by a fan page of Shah Rukh Khan on Instagram, really shows what the industry was like back then. The clip comes from the music launch of the film 'Dil Aashna Hai', which was

Hema Malini

's directorial debut. The main focus of the video was the film's lead actress, Divya Bharti, who was quickly becoming a massive star.

She looked stunning as she made her entrance in a vibrant purple suit, with all the cameras flashing just for her. Also on stage were the icons Dharmendra and Hema Malini, who were directing the film. And over on the side? A young Shah Rukh Khan, looking a bit shy in his formal suit, long before he became the 'King of Bollywood'.

Divya Bharti's show of respect

One of the most talked-about moments from the clip is Divya Bharti's traditional gesture of respect.

As she approached the stage, she instinctively bent down to touch Dharmendra's feet, who blessed her in return. She then moved to stand beside Hema Malini. This simple act of humility has earned praise from fans today. Throughout this, Shah Rukh Khan stood respectfully next to Dharmendra, stepping aside to ensure Divya remained in the spotlight, a clear sign of his respect for his co-star.See the video here:

Divya Bharti’s brief and brilliant legacy

Divya Bharti started acting at just 15, with her first film being the 1990 Tamil movie "Nila Pennae." She quickly rose to fame, making her Bollywood debut in 1992 with "Vishwatma." She became an overnight sensation, signing numerous films.At 19, she got married to director-producer

Sajid Nadiadwala

in 1992. However, tragedy struck in 1993. On April 5, 1993, Divya, still just 19, fell from the balcony of her fifth-floor apartment in Mumbai.

She was taken to the hospital but unfortunately passed away. Her death deeply affected the country and led to many conspiracy theories. On the work front, both Dharmendra and Shah Rukh Khan remain industry titans. Dharmendra is set to appear in the highly anticipated war drama, 'Ikkis', which tells the story of Param Vir Chakra recipient Arun Khetarpal and is slated for a December 25, 2025 release. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is reportedly preparing for his next major action film, 'King', rumored for a 2026 release.