Asha Parekh isn’t simply Bollywood royalty—she’s proof that true friendship could be a lifeline. In an outdated chat, the Sixties icon opened up about how her closest buddies—Waheeda Rehman, Helen, Saira Banu, and the late Shammi—have stored her spirits excessive via solo days, globe-trotting adventures, and even bouts of loneliness. From Scandinavian cruises to tiger safaris, these legendary friendships have been her best supply of pleasure and energy.In her dialog with Verve, Asha credited her close-knit circle of associates for serving to her keep grounded via life’s challenges. She shared that their fixed presence has been her supply of energy, particularly throughout tough occasions, and fondly remembered her late buddy Shammiji (Nargis Rabadi), who stood by her till her passing final yr.The veteran star has spent years touring the world with shut associates Waheeda Rehman and Helen. By means of these journeys, she’s come to embrace her adventurous spirit and love for adrenaline-fueled experiences.She additional recalled a few of her current journey adventures along with her shut associates, sharing that they’ve explored locations like Turkey, Alaska, Canada, and even went on a Scandinavian cruise collectively. Only a month in the past, additionally they visited the Tadoba Andhari Tiger Reserve, highlighting how their shared love for journey continues to convey them pleasure and companionship.Asha believes that whereas household might be loving, it’s typically shut associates who provide a really non-judgmental house. Through the years, she’s discovered that some emotions and ideas are simpler to share with trusted companions than with even the closest relations.The actess additionally shares a cherished bond with Saira Banu and makes it a degree to go to her each time attainable, particularly since Saira has lengthy been dedicated to caring for her husband, the late Dilip Kumar. Although they could go years with out assembly, their reunions are heartfelt, choosing up proper the place they left off.