Anjali Anand reveals she was surprised to discover her mom’s secret bond with Rekha: ‘I didn’t know they are good friends’ |

Anjali Anand is a talented Indian actress known for her strong performances in TV shows and films. She first became popular for her role as Lovely in Kulfi Kumar Bajewala, where her portrayal of a complex character earned her praise. With her natural acting skills, Anjali has also appeared in films like Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahani and will be seen in the upcoming Bun Tikki. In an exclusive interview, Anjali shares the story of how she and her mother met Rekha at the Dabba Cartel premiere.
A Surprising Revelation at the Dabba Cartel Premiere
In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Bubble, Anjali Anand shared her experience of meeting Rekha and discovering that the legendary actress was a fan of hers. Anjali revealed that she didn’t know her mother and Rekha had been good friends for years. During the Dabba Cartel premiere, when Rekha entered the venue, Anjali was in awe, overwhelmed by the presence of her idol. She expressed that meeting Rekha felt like the ultimate achievement in her life.Anjali went on to describe how Rekha and her mother warmly greeted each other at the premiere. She recalled standing in the middle as Rekha called out to her mother and they exchanged fond words. It was then that Rekha praised Anjali, telling her mother that she was a huge fan of Anjali’s work. Anjali was in disbelief and looked around, wondering if everyone had heard this.
A Heartfelt Conversation with Rekha
Later, during the interval, Rekha caught up with Anjali, holding her hand and talking about her career, including her role in Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa. It was then that Anjali realized Rekha genuinely admired her, leaving her amazed at how you never know who’s watching your work.

About Dabba Cartel
Dabba Cartel is an upcoming 2025 Indian crime drama series on Netflix, set in Thane, Mumbai. It centers on five middle-class women who, behind the cover of a tiffin service, run a drug cartel. The plot weaves together their illegal activities with a pharmaceutical company investigation, exploring themes of friendship, ambition, and moral conflict. The talented ensemble cast includes Shabana Azmi, Jyothika, Shalini Pandey, Nimisha Sajayan, and Anjali Anand. The series has garnered praise for its gripping storyline and stellar performances, especially Shabana Azmi‘s portrayal.