Meghna Gulzar says her father, filmmaker Gulzar, used to include instructions in scripts related to actors’ makeup. She describes that he would write scenes where the actress washes her face, reflecting guidance on adjusting makeup when it is “too much.”
The account is presented by NDTV as part of Meghna’s remarks about Gulzar’s approach to performance and on-screen details. While the report focuses on the specific idea of washing makeup off, it does not provide additional corroborating context such as which projects the scenes appear in or whether this was a recurring production practice across particular films.
Across the available sources, the core point remains consistent: Gulzar is said to have directed the use of excessive makeup to be corrected on screen, with a face-washing scene serving as a narrative or practical element. Other details, such as timing on set or broader comments on makeup guidelines, are not specified in the excerpts provided.
