Suparn S Varma, the director of the recently released film "Haq," has shared his fond memories and unique bond with the late Bollywood legend Feroz Khan. Varma, known for his work on popular shows like "The Family Man," "Rana Naidu," and "The Trial," reflected on how Feroz Khan, with his warmth and generosity, essentially "adopted" him.

Varma's journey into the film industry began as a journalist. He credits Manoj Bajpayee for introducing him to Hansal Mehta, which led to his first film as a writer, "Chhal". He also spent time with Ram Gopal Varma, which he considers his "film school," learning about script writing and filmmaking. It was through his association with RGV that Varma's path crossed with Feroz Khan.

At the time, Feroz Khan was seeking a writer for a film for his son, Fardeen Khan. Varma initially declined the offer, as he was already working with Hansal Mehta and RGV, and also with Rediff. However, Feroz Khan's charm and persistence won him over. "Feroz Khan laughed and said come next Sunday, I will cook for you," Varma recalled.

These weekly meetings became a ritual. Feroz Khan would cook Afghani chicken, share stories, and discuss cinema without directly asking Varma to write the film. "He made me hear his story, but he didn't tell me to write the film," Varma said. Eventually, Feroz Khan handed Varma a cheque, stating, "You are already writing my film, so take the money". Varma stated, "The kind of love and affection, he gave me, he kind of adopted me”. This project turned out to be "Janasheen," starring Fardeen Khan.

Varma fondly remembers the bond he shared with the Khan family during the making of "Janasheen". He became good friends with Fardeen, and Feroz Khan treated him with immense affection. Varma co-wrote "Janasheen" and Feroz Khan also acted in Varma’s directorial debut, "Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena".

Varma also reminisced about Feroz Khan's charismatic personality, noting his ability to charm women of all ages. "Feroz Khan could charm women from 18 to 80 because he was respectful," Varma explained. He emphasized that Feroz Khan treated every woman with respect and reverence, which contributed to his widespread appeal. Feroz Khan was known for his flamboyant style and was considered a style icon in Bollywood. He was often referred to as the "Clint Eastwood of India".

Feroz Khan, born Zulfiqar Ali Shah Khan, had a career spanning over 60 films as an actor, editor, producer, and director. He is known for films like "Oonche Log," "Arzoo," "Qurbani," and "Dharmatma," the first Indian film to be shot in Afghanistan. Feroz Khan passed away in 2009 at the age of 69.

Suparn Varma's recent film "Haq" premiered on November 7 and has received positive reviews. November also marks the 20th anniversary of Varma's directorial debut, "Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena," which was released on November 18, 2005.