Rendezvous with Simi Garewal Benazir Bhutto Part 1 & 2

I remember I was quite a bit in awe of Benazir before we met - I had read her book and done tremendous research. For me she seemed a real life heroine.
We instantly struck a rapport, because she was the one to initiate it, I remember she insisted on my calling her Benazir, It didn't seem the right way to address a Prime Minister, but she was adamant, 'just Benazir - that's it!'
And she would call me 'Seemi' that's how she pronounced it. Then I found out Seemi was also a Pakistani name.
I was struck by her lack of pretension; she was without airs or graces. She introduced us to her children, personally fed each member of my crew with cakes and tea; and gave me a lovely silver momento which I treasure.
Benazir was one of the few guests with whom the friendship continued and grew. We'd meet for lunches in London, We corresponded by email, I have all her affectionate letters, We spoke on the phone. I remember everything about her. The 'sisters-lunch' in London with Benazir and her sister Sanam - and my sister Amrita and me. I remember her infectious and spirited laughter...and her incredible warmth...
She had seen my documentary on Rajiv Gandhi and asked endless questions about him. She was very curious about India, Indian life and Indian politics. We also had a lot of 'girlie-girlie talks'..
Benazir was always restless and yearning to go back to Pakistan. As if each month away was hard to endure.
Her last e-mail to me was just before she returned to Pakistan on that fateful trip. She was so excited: but it filled me with a foreboding.
Benazir had extraordinary courage. Too much courage...
We lived in different countries, Benazir and I -but at least I knew she was there in this world.
And then, in a flash, she was gone. I shall miss her enormously.
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[@preetkamal3100]

This is called art of interviewing!!! Most appropirate questions asked in each interview by Simi ma’m...I wonder in those days without google how much work it goes into for preparing questions to be asked...I notice this in every interview a lot of home work is done about the guest’s life...Perfection!!! I am a big fan of this best show of the century...Thanx to youtube otherwise we would not have seen this grace..Stay blessed Simi Ma’m.😊

[@monicakaur5193]

interviewing a jihadi scoundrel. that jihadi bhutto woman openly called for the genocide of Hindus and Sikhs from Kashmir & Simi finds it appropriate to interview a jihadi. shame shame.

[@vaishnavibakshi2716]

Simi Garewal is so far one of the best hosts India has ever seen ! We miss you so much mam !!

[@tuhinabhattacharya6358]

Very true

[@abdurefidak136]

Is she alive

[@sanikapadalikar4698]

@@abdurefidak136 I believe yes, older now.

[@nabanitarabha4982]

@@abdurefidak136 yes very much

[@atifkhaliq5848]

Today india has arnab goswami 🤣

[@Bl0odDot]

she speaks and speaks and i expect her to burst in tears any minute, yet she doesn't. that is quite some woman there..

[@dashinymia6979]

Very true!!

[@anupmaprasad4816]

Orion Tulasi vivah story

[@gulrukhhameed5069]

True. Even I broke up in tears. Couldn't help it. Yet she, the one who went through all this, remained calm.

[@anshullall3929]

I agree

[@kavikilife620]

Time made her strong.she definitely must have cried a lot every when she was going through the hardships,but hidden. When a person suffers a lot..... that too since childhood, he/she becomes easygoing/calm while dictating to others.

[@debangonachakraborty2502]

benazir bhutto is an epitome of strength and grace. The way she describes her last meetings with her father brought tears to my eyes yet she was so bold while narrating the tragedy. The way she confessed about how relaxed she felt after the death of Zia who had caused so much of turmoil portrays her honesty.

[@AS-xb2cg]

As a 90's kid, I have just heard these legendary names through the Grapevine and for me to go back through these people's life is a great learning experience. I'm awestruck with the diction and the style of language which is very rare in today's world where people are trying to emulate the western slang. Thanks for posting such beautiful episodes.

[@salizashrestha8995]

When I read the news of assassination of this empowered lady, I was in shock. I couldn't believe my ears and eyes, since then I have aimed to become a leader who can fight for the truth and dignity of nation just like her. I am from Nepal and she has inspired me in million ways and this interview just kept me in awe but still motivated me to be strong and focused on my ambition. I hope she is living with her father and grandparents peacefully in heaven.

[@AbhishekPathak-so1pp]

No vulgarity, no offensive questions... Just simple, descent questions...

[@arpitrai7509]

I see a lot of interviews..but none of them matches this.It made me cry wondering about this powerful woman and her family. Thank you simi for interviewing such a beautiful soul.No one could have done it better. It is a gem of an interview.

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

Thank you Arpit. Its an experience I treasure dearly..Simi

[@neeliamin9847]

SimiGarew

[@monicakaur5193]

his woman simi garewal is the epitome of dhimmi (slavery) which we as a nation seem to be. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6fPgXpnis-aoqM this is the true face of that jihadi scoundrel benazir bhutto who openly calls for the genocide of Hindus from Kashmir & simi finds it appropriate to bring her to India & interview.

[@shabnnamaswath5343]

she did not have a drop of tear when speaking about her father...How brave !

[@rituchauhan6096]

Why is crying not seen as brave?

[@monicakaur5193]

Brave ??? Benazir was a islamist jihadi scoundrel of the highest order. Listen to her KZbin speech on Kashmir jihad.

[@tattvamasi4266]

@@rituchauhan6096 self control;thats brave

[@elijahratwatte9370]

Simi, i am a Sri Lankan living in Melbourne, Australia. I absolutely love watching your interviews. It makes me feel calm and happy. It's like meditation. You have done an excellent job interviewing popular people. Simi, you are very well spoken. If i had a daughter i would love for her to get your poise, posture, grace and beauty. Thank you for such great interviews. I have watched all of them on KZbin. I wish you all the best and wish you will do more interviews in the future. I think Benazir was such a strong beautiful lady. I miss her. What a tragic loss ! May her soul Rest In Peace !

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

Elijah Ratwatte What a lovely message Elijah...all the way from one of my favourite cities! I'm so happy that you have enjoyed watching my interviews and I am touched by your kind words of appreciation for me. I shall treasure them... I'm going back to Melbourne in August for the Indian Film Festival of Melbourne - and looking forward to it. I hope you are happy there..and that you continue to watch my Rendezvous! Regards, Simi

[@elijahratwatte9370]

It's an absolute pleasure Simi. Yes, i'm loving Melbourne. It's the best city in the world. Enjoy your trip to Melbourne in August. Have a wonderful day. Hope to see more interviews soon. Kind regards, Elijah.

[@RoseAqua02]

@@SimiGarewalOfficialpage pls pls come back with a new rendezvous ma'am. We need such an in-depth, heartwarming interviews not back biting shit show that goes on. Pls do consider ❤️🙏

[@anuj18]

There is something MAGICAL about listening to an interview of a person who is now dead, and that too asssiantiated and that too such a special leader. If I were a liberal arts student (or the ones who makes movies), I would definitely make a documentary on her as my thesis project! As a science graduate, living in the west, i am almost COMPLLED to write or explore something on her! My mother is extra-ordinarily strong woman, outshining my father, there is something so mesmerizing about strong women, so special. Maybe, someday, i will do more research on her and write a short article or a blog. Amazing interview!

[@behuman3801]

Simmi Garewal decision to have this interview done is the best ever. This is recorded history for all who will study Benazir Bhutto to go back to. Very nice And such beautiful woman The sound of Adhan in the background is so beautiful

[@blackwidow4376]

Madam Simi I hope you do this kind of interview again. You are an outstanding interviewer. I am not from India but I am so impressed with your show. This is one of my favorite episode and the one with Maneeka Gandhi. Two strong women who stood against the tests of time. Life were not so generous with them and you brought out the best in them. So rare for these women to be honest and candid, but they did because they trusted you and believed in you. Kudos to you!

[@nisarzaman]

Black Widow You translate your feelings very eloquently.

[@historyandliteraturewithna1397]

Madam Simi Garewal, Your all shows are master piece of all times.... Whenever i feel down in my life..i always watch interviews of your youtube channel, specially given by Benazir Bhutto, Sanjay dutt and Great Imran khan..The struggle, hardship and trials they faced throughout their lives to achieve their goals motivates me to go on in life.. I wish you continue your show again on youtube.. Regards, Love and respect from Karachi

[@indranijaundoo7490]

@@nisarzaman ľ mm Rd z

[@sundarrajan9886]

Thank you Simiji for giving us these classy interviews .I have lived in the U.K. and the U.S. for many years and watched many iterviews. But I must tell you that the style and substance of your interviews are world class. You are one of my favourites ma'am. God Bless you Simiji.

[@nafeesasufyan2426]

Unique and extraordinary

[@raavyak1853]

Karan johar stole the show from her and turned into koffee with Karan. What a shame

[@pradeep815]

Lovely interview

[@emmaphilo4049]

I am French and I lived in the UK and yes Simi has made some of the best interviews I have ever known

[@shivam_nagar69]

I can tell, US anchors take the worst interviews

[@sarthakvohra485]

Golden days of Indian media industry. We had such elegant and decent shows. Now we have coffee with Karan and stuff Cheap shit

[@haruniqball]

sarthak Vohra plus time.now with.arnab goswami and DNA type.cheap shows.nothing productive.

[@shazia321]

haroon IQBAL so true

[@shabnnamaswath5343]

Accepted!

[@kpoptrashzz7369]

So damn true😭

[@sulagnasarkar7840]

true to the core !!

[@adeelriaz7530]

We miss Benazir! She gave Pakistan a new perspective! Simi would love to watch another series of your show in this age!!

[@aninditaofficial4729]

Hm v use bhul nhi skte 90 m unki jo speech thi kashmir ke lie. Jis ki karan 90 s exodus hue h

[@shiro3888]

Right. She also gave the world a gift of Taliban 😊

[@jiya8986]

This is one of the best interviews I have ever seen. Maybe because the woman being interviewed is herself a gem of a personality and also because the interviewer has a temperament which is so rare today. Simi, you were simply beautiful in this one.

[@diljan49]

and then her brother died while she was in power and didn't do anything to find who did it .How amazing she was

[@memoonasadia1462]

Epitome of grace, intellect, class and beauty. Watching this in 2023 still no one like Bibi.

[@gretagarbo6442]

I also saw the documentary Bhutto, I have to say, am mighty impressed. Her father choose her not because she was the eldest but because she was the best, he could see it as a man with vision. She is Iconic, powerful and now a Legend.

[@sadi3955]

greta garbo yes exactly he was so right about her

[@indranilsinha351]

that benazir was also a radical jihadi. No sadness that a jihadi was taken out.

[@hashi8517]

I loved her since my childhood. I was so pained when she was killed. Thank you Simi for sharing this interview. To see her as a woman and her spirit. I am sorry that her demise has hurt you terribly too as she was your personal friend. Cheers to you and you elegant style of eking out the soul in the people you interview. God bless you

[@chdhc9922]

"He wanted to break me. He didnt want me to live before I die. But he didnt give up" a statement that helped me today...to fight against someone who is trying to break me... I will not let him break me...I promise you Simiji...Thank you

[@devashishpande2939]

I must confess that Simi Garewal has certain je ne sais quoi...she is able to bring out their unabashed persona to the fore with so much poise and grace...full credit to her for impeccable drafting of questions..the viewers can experience the whole gamut of emotions...kudos

[@priyankapreet6004]

I'm 17 and I have fleeting memories of this show and Simi Grewal. I grew up idolising her as the epitome of grace and poise. I have been spellbound by her, during the entire length of this interview. Of course, Benazir has been amazing...such a strong, determined woman. I wish she was alive and we could see her on the TV or the newspaper. Simiji , why don't you have season-2 of rendezvous? I miss this show....

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

Thank you Priyanka for your beautiful comment. I had to to respond the moment I read it. Actually we have already had 5 seasons of Rendezvous. There are about 140 episodes on KZbin featuring politicians, stars, royalty, sportsmen and industrialists. Do try and catch up with them. Am planning to bring Season 6 later this year - pray all goes well..Simi

[@priyankapreet6004]

SimiGarewalOfficial I will definitely catch up with the past episodes the moment my boards are over. And here's hoping your show gets as much viewership as it got earlier. Godspeed!

[@surekhpatil7271]

SimiGarewalOfficial evn m looking forward to it..God Bless ...Simi Ji...you are such an Inspiratiion to all..you are Just Unique ..Lucky to Have You..may you live Long..

[@adnanzakirali5347]

SimiGarewalOfficial You always look so lovely, ma'am... Please stay like this. Love you. [phone]

[@infinity-gn9xq]

90s seems so distant now.. Back when interviewers were actually interested in the answers..

[@Abrahamicunity]

Yeah from 2016 onwards 90s seems really really distant😢

[@Naz-Ali]

Oh man. How blessed we are as 90s kids! I remember watching Simi ji's show on television and thanks to KZbin, I can relive those moments. This was and still is such a brilliantly executed talk show. I love the mannerisms, sophistication , politeness with a bit of humour, all done with so much grace! Such shows are an absolute rarity today, at least in India. Thank you so much. ❤

[@rajvir9101]

Ali sab.. Ky kr raha ho aj kal

[@ahujanamrata9]

Requires so much of courage to speak about your personal life so openly, so amazing. Thanks to Simi for conducting interviews like those in the past. It is goving us motivation till date. Definitely somehow your interviews are like meditation

[@sanar3246]

I couldn't hold my tears back the whole time she explained the death of her legendary father and I am here imaging that even she herself is no more living...

[@saherjabeen80]

The lady who will live in our hearts for ever Benazir Bhutto" the true daughter of east"

[@dkmk2969]

Simi Ma'am you are such an incredible woman... I've nver seen an interviewer who is so perfect so good as you.. Many episodesof rendezvous that you had done with so many celebs or politician or other great people are all soo good.. None of it was boring in fact it did provide us a great way to get to know about all these incredible guest who had come into the rendezvous with which we hardly know about them..and even their story behind.. But simi Ma'am you had help us reach these incredible people through your show. And to be honest I had personally learn so many lessons from these people and it had change me in so many ways. There are lots of emotional line in the show which they express it from the heart which is soo good... But all this is possible because of your charismatic your poise that you have and indeed your special gift of interviewing those people. I wish I can at least become something else like you one day.. I'm such a big fan of you Ma'am..THANK YOU...GOD BLESS YOU

[@snowwhite9274]

Agreed and greetings from malaysia

[@masadmaqsood9997]

Is she alive?

[@priyakshisaikia4190]

A huge respect to the incredible women Simi ma'am.

[@deesticco1719]

Indeed a classy host.

[@dkmk2969]

@@masadmaqsood9997 yes she still alive

[@sreelakshmysuresh1009]

Ma'am, ever since the first Rendezvous I watched, each episode has made me your biggest fan. You are the best host I've ever seen. I've always admired your charismatic poise and empathetic approach. Your interviews are all legendary golden records of the 20th century that our generation must experience. Thank you sooo much ma'am for such informative interviews. I hope to get your autograph one day. ❤

[@anandsnair2005]

Pinnallah

[@likhitha7312]

Absolutely true😊

[@monicakaur5193]

his woman simi garewal is the epitome of dhimmi (slavery) which we as a nation seem to be. kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6fPgXpnis-aoqM this is the true face of that jihadi scoundrel benazir bhutto who openly calls for the genocide of Hindus from Kashmir & simi finds it appropriate to bring her to India & interview.

[@rajshreeharde7231]

This is most beautiful interview of your show. Wht a lady she was ! Very beautiful elegant clam n composed. You can see the a small girl within her who just wants a very normal life. Despite her struggle was very big n her journey was great.

[@hamnaaamir4390]

As a Pakistani, never been a fan of Benazir. But seeing this interview is making me teary eyed. Both her and her father are no more.

[@LOL-ps3tg]

Can you tell me why you don't like Benazir? I'm curious. From what I heard she was a good prime minister but I don't know because I'm not from Pakistan.

[@mansipatil7394]

And im Indian big fan of Benazir Bhutto mam

[@ia9554]

@@LOL-ps3tg she ran a very corrupt government, resulted in a lot of innocent people losing livelihoods. If you research it she didn’t really pass any major legislations. A lot of pakistanis didn’t like her.

[@samchalohana4423]

Pakistanis who did not like Bhuttos were actually not loyal to the civil society ad democracy

[@saadrashid6550]

What a beautiful interview. It was heart-wrenching to see her describe the last moments of her father with such dignity and control, but you can see the emotions on her face. Life is so tragic for some 😢

[@vaishnavitolpady2133]

I am so happy that I could see this video. The way questions were asked and how Simi Ma'am allowed the guest to talk without interrupting. I really wish the show comes back and Simi ma'am interviews vvip guests who are real life heroes n possess great leadership skills

[@anjanaouseph4605]

She is with her beloved father right now. RIP Benazir. Such a strong,amazing and sophisticated woman.

[@poojasedamkar437]

This is the most wonderful interview I have seen. This was way back in the 90's and look at the grace, dignity and eloquent way in which these ladies carried themselves. I have no words to describe what I felt after watching this. Simi there can be noone like you. I had to Google and learn so many things about their family

[@babbarshare3062]

Who’s family did you have to google babe?

[@kunjandesai4341]

Benazir become PM around 1992-93, even after seeing how all things happened since partition, her policy too is anti-India, she herself doesn't want to repair the things with india..Not even single PM in history of Pakistan had vision to lead the country and some of them are highly qualified.Benzir father Zulfikhar was also Islamist, he openly said in meetings Pakistan must be Islamist nation.. Pakistan today's situation just bcoz of their leader, army and ISI.

[@arrows8367]

The same benazeer bhutto told Kashmiri Muslims to slaughter kashmiri pandits, dogras and non Muslim scheduled tribes. The speech made by her which was actually an incitement, is available on internet. Many pandits and a couple of Sikh families were lynched and slaughtered on the streets. The male members who left their houses never came back. Rest of them had to flee. The link kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y6fPgXpnis-aoqM

[@arrows8367]

@@kunjandesai4341 exactly . But Indians simply don’t know this. Indians think she was charismatic and all. But the reality is benazeer literally instigated Kashmiri muslims against pandits and sikhs in 1989 and we had a massive exodus of kps. Such woman is a disgrace to her religion.

[@kunjandesai4341]

@@arrows8367 that is problem with we Indians,we forget things too early,I have never seen any of our leader has been interviewed by any Pakistani journalist or anchor so swiftly, even if there is,it must be hard-hitting questions, but people like simi garewal played such things,one can go and search video and see how much venom she speaks against India.

[@findingnimo4707]

Awesome....since being a women n very much interested in politics Jayalalitha mam n benazir mam,s interview with the most sophasticated simi mam is the most cherished youtube video for me... Its a treat to watch such strong ladies opeing upto very delicately talking simi mam...only simi garewal cud do this...such a grace n poise...such videos r treasures to the world 😍😍😍

[@arifbargir5098]

Jaylalita's interview is best Motivational political interview ever i seen & nice to see simi jee

[@joelpinto809]

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[@findingnimo4707]

@@arrows8367 i understand wht u saying n totally agree with u...but in my comment i never called benazir as good/real/truthful/fair/honest/kind/right women...i called her strong..which i think she was..may be naturally may b due to her ancestry...all i mean is such strong ladies opening up to simi mam whos so soft spoken...thts is. .. if benazir bhutto was a dictator..curse her... Dsnt bother me

[@arrows8367]

@@findingnimo4707 I understand your sentiments. However powerful and strong a devil is , he always is a devil. I ll never bother you and your ideology …don’t worry!

[@findingnimo4707]

@@arrows8367 i agree totally

[@rajivlumb7310]

very emotional interview. even she is Pakistani, it makes you cry.

[@wajihaadil2117]

Rajiv Lumb lol from pakistan

[@infinity-gn9xq]

Even people from Pakistan are PEOPLE.. shocker isn't it...?? PS: it's a sarcastic comment.

[@anjurenju9677]

Even from 😀strange brother we Indians should respect everyone not matter of beyond borders

[@taqdeesnisa2831]

What a sarcastic comment...they r humans first..

[@dishachakraborty2184]

Why can't a Pakistani make you cry? :P

[@ST_54_ST]

A genuine conversation between two beautiful classy women.. Wish we had more of such original content today.

[@aranyakpathak1651]

I am glad to have watched this when I was a kid and delighted to watch it again today. One of the best talk shows we have had.

[@le7062]

Timeless!! Simi, you bring out the best in people. I don't think that general public has seen this side of Benazir ever. Such a strong determined woman yet very relatable and human. Thank you for this !

[@nehadrawatz384]

Wow, What an amazing interview on Rendezvous with Simi Garewal.I guess Benazir Bhutto Spoke her heart out for the first time.We could see the pain in her eyes, But hats off to this woman who dint even shed a single tear while explaining the sufferings of her life,The interview literally touched ma heart...After watching this interview my soul was literally crying.Well done simi Grewal. RIP Benazir Bhutto, You were indeed the most strongest woman i have ever seen.

[@667Rao]

I have always been a great fan of Benazir Bhutto and this interview is just awesome… love Simi, the way she carries herself with so much grace, respect for opinions, her involvement in the interviewee’s talks.. wonderful !!

[@ponchatechi6560]

I just rejoice when she says I walked in air "beautifully defined." .her journey from a girl to Pm . Thank you Semi ji , you are just extraordinary! For you are reaching to us most of d powerful ppl of subcontinent . Benezir Bhutto I found her so sensitive strong and beautiful soul 🙏

[@ponchatechi6560]

I can feel her pain I mean every words she speaks, I cud relate to it May her beautiful soul rest in peace 🙏🙏🙏

[@sjay3089]

made me cry - all of it. the authenticity, the charm, the appeal and aura of these two GORGEOUS women. Simi if you are reading this, may you live happily the rest of yr life, may you be blessed with all the parental love Benazir speaks of. Benazir said her lucky number was 9. she died on the 27th, which adds to 9. hope she has found peace and happiness wherever she is

[@TheAsian73]

if this isnt the example of brilliant women i dont know what is...Simi ji im 25 yrs old and eversince i saw ur first episode im a fan,as i can understand things better now, im in awe with your personality even more. The way you make the other person comfortable so that they forget the cameras and just be themselves and talk...its simply amazing.

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

Thank you! Your comment made me happy..:-)

[@TheAsian73]

+SimiGarewalOfficial thank you so much for the reply ma'am, i hope you come back with the show soon!

[@jhansishobana]

+SimiGarewalOfficial Mam u been amazing the interview touches the bottom of heart

[@asitmohanbaghel7731]

World moved on but forgot this kind of conduct and nature of interview. After Devanand and Jayalalita's interview this is the one I enjoyed listening to. Thank you Simi ji, hope you are reading this. And just wanted to say I have started admiring you for the way you hold and connect people where they feel warmth. We need more of you and like you. Lots of love ma'm. :)

[@powerpakt]

Beautiful! Absolute soulful and intense piece of conversation this was.. Simi, I am a huge fan of your show and I love the touch of class you add to your conversations, you make them come alive.. I have loved all your episodes but this one was the most eloquent of all.. Having to see you and Mohtarma Bhutto in a dialogue was like Elegance meeting Grandeur. I can go on watching this episode endlessly. Its when I am too restless and tired with this journey called life, I just pull up an episode of Rendezvous and just so miraculously feel rejuvenated and redeemed by the end of it. Talk shows are umpteen, but the aura and rejuvenating touch that you have makes you and your show so unique. You touch lives; at least mine you sure do. How it makes me wish had I been a celebrity, I would have loved to be sitting on the couch there and unfolding every bit of my life to you.. Loads of love, Zainab ☺

[@marasara7323]

“A times comes in people’s lives when children become parents “ how sad 😔 indeed she’s intelligent and glamorous lady proud of Pakistan 🇵🇰❤️❤️

[@jawadnawaz7209]

I have always adored Benazir Bhutto. I remember she was my first ever political inspiration back in 2013 when I was merely 8 years old. Hearing her talk about her father and all the difficulties and looking into her eyes. It's sad to see that the circumstances in Pakistan are getting worse with every passing day. 28-6-23 12:50 PM

[@suneetaization]

Simi, back then when I watched these episodes as a kid, I remember we all loved it... But now when I started watching these interviews again as an adult, I appreciate it more. Coz I realise these are not just interviews but a thorough and dedicated research done by you which also makes the guest trust you and open up to the world.. Am sure we don't get the see such honesty anymore in any shows.. Not a percent.

[@akshitasingh1946]

Such a dignified interview .. wow.. eloquence , poise at its best.. we need more sophistication and meaningful conversations these days .. treat to watch 🌷

[@joannaiodice3457]

An amazing woman. Benebazar! I teach about her often in my multicultural college classes as a woman of immense courage, intelligence, pose, leadership, vision, and grace! A loss to the world but a model of bravery for girls and young women! Dr. Joanna (Jody) D. Iodice Atlanta, GA USA

[@parvinesm954]

She was brave because her mother belongs to kurdish familly

[@r859ab]

I wonder how you manage to ask such questions which very few people would dare to ask to such type of persons. It's awesome to know the personal sides of these famous celebrities. Thank You Simi!!!

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

Thank you Rabia :-)

[@abbusufiyaningalgi8175]

Rabia Anjum im agree with u rabia...she ask such dareful questions not only to butto but also to every vvp person

[@indranilsinha351]

that benazir was also a radical jihadi. No sadness that a jihadi was taken out.

[@arrows8367]

@@indranilsinha351 exactly. This woman was directly responsible for exodus of Kashmiri pandits and sikhs in 1989. There is a video of her saying only Islam will prevail in Kashmir and hindus should leave the place. It’s sad that many Indians are in oblivion about her sick jihadist ideology. She is not an example of woman empowerment but of a jihadi

[@Native2015]

She was a political leader like all leaders she had her strengths am sure she would have rectified her errors and not have wanted them taken place. ​@arrows8367

[@Gabriel21733]

I've never watched anything related to politics in Pakistan, but I have to say this is a kick-ass interview better than many by world renown figures. What an interesting figure BB was!

[@soniahmath]

Such a beautiful rendezvous.. Thank you so much for this. When this was aired, I was still a kid and unable to understand the depth of this conversation. Thank you so much for posting this Simi Ma'am!

[@sehrishshoaib1158]

Benazir bhutto, she is the symbol of strength, courage, knowledge, vision, patience and integrity. I have never seen such talented woman having a great experience of world politics. We lost a gem unfortunately 😔 History will remember you Mam.

[@malikfahadkhanjoyia2672]

She is a daughter of the East.. May Allah rest her soul in peace. Ameeeeeeeeen.... Now her great husband and children working to fulfill her dreams which she couldn't accomplish.

[@chandinishegde]

Only Simi Grewal can take up this interview so elegantly!

[@deepakmahadik6190]

💄👍

[@imranyounis1970]

Just imagine how soft spoken Simi is. And then suddenly imagine an anchor Arnab Goswami.. This is what India has lost. Rip. ❤️ 😂😂😂

[@roshnasandeep678]

U dumbo...Arnab is a journalist and doesn't interview ppl on his news channel...debate and interview are 2 diff things @imran younis

[@IamDanish99]

@@roshnasandeep678 So Arnab has some fan following despite his vicious tongue and personality

[@shivam_nagar69]

@@IamDanish99 well arnab is at least standing for india, look his recent interview with ukranian President

[@shivam_nagar69]

India still have Palki Sharma💖

[@SalimKhan-uf4jc]

She was so intlegent but still she made a mistake to choose Zardri as her husband.

[@muhammaddildar7221]

Salim Khan zardari spent 11 years jail for her

[@rahulkemp8347]

@@muhammaddildar7221 zardari spent 11 yrs for his compuslive stealing!!

[@rahulkemp8347]

yes marrying that snake Mr 10% was the worst mistake of her life!

[@mahwishkhan2179]

Its her life y we decide

[@Celebrity.Pakistan]

And mother of transgender

[@m.valleee]

As a foreign admirer of South Asian culture - particularly of Indian culture, but I do enjoy learning about Pakistan as well - I discovered your program through clips of the one and only Rekha … but the instant I saw this interview on the list, I couldn’t believe my eyes! I understand that Benazir Bhutto was a complicated figure but also an extraordinary one as well. Wish this show was still ongoing - I’d love to see more interviews like these.

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

There are 150 episodes of Rendezvous on You Tube. Perhaps you may like to see the Rendezvous with Imran Khan at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/poqydomAlpd2gac Jackie Chan at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/o3jRq4inpdKVfrc Maharani Gayatri Devi at: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iIOrg5asqN55g5Y and many many more... Regards, SimiGarewalOfficial Team

[@aviesena]

Just watched 3 interviews by Simi ji. You know the mannerism, decency the decorum on when you interview a guest without them feeling nervous or tensed, as if they're in safe hands or cradle singing lullaby and let them speak from the heart nothing seem pretentious felt was amazing. Loved that simplicity yet with a class.

[@afsaswt8128]

oh my god!! no one could have interviewed such a wonderful lady like Simi. A warrior women Miss.Benazir, the tragedy of your life is put to an end and now you are happy with your father.

[@saurabhlall2768]

This is truly the best of art of interviewing by any person. Both interviewer and interviewee are oozing with charm and grace.

[@wvlogs8938]

The greatest episode I had ever seen of Mohtarma Benazir Bhutto always living legend in our hearts. And Simi grewal the amazing host at that time. And now we need Simi grewal as a host.

[@Nidhi-ll3yq]

I miss Rendezvous with Simi Garewal. It was a beautiful talk show. Lovely episode. They're both so beautiful :)

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

nidhi kots Thank you Nidhi. I miss doing Rendezvous too.. Your appreciation makes me happy..:-) Simi

[@1974gnanz]

+SimiGarewalOfficial I have almost seen all of the Rendezvous series....amazing....and one man I loved watching who said, when I can afford Ferrari why would I buy an Ambassador...You of all are the best person ......

[@wajihaadil2117]

Nidhi K lol from pakistan

[@maulik20oct]

This is really touching interview! Probably, it is one of the best personal interviews I have ever seen! It is really amazing to see Benazir speaking from her heart. The pain is visible. Equally, Kudos to Simmi Garewal! She is very compassionate interviewer with a great ability to attach herself personally with interviewee!

[@dineshapunchihewa1228]

Her voice was very sweet. I just amazed. South Asia has seen so many female leaders than any other continent. Jaya Lalitha , Sheik Hassina , Indira Gandhi , Benazir Bhutto, Sirimao Bandaranaike and list goes on. All very strong . Some were assassinated unfortunately like this lovely lady

[@dikitdolker2717]

❤

[@ProDoctor7]

You are missing the legendary Mamta bener g and Maryam Nawaz.......😂😂😊😊

[@shabinakhan8100]

I really admired her all my life except the fact that she married Asif Zardari !! She was a charismatic lady with so much charm and strength !! Don't know what happened to the political party Z.A Bhutto established!!

[@azeezinca]

That's why she married him..because she was far too intelligent for him..but she couldn't foresee the treachery

[@shravanpaloju1279]

Sometimes it happens. Love from India.

[@arrows8367]

It’s karma . She made inciting speeches to spew hatred in Kashmir valley against pandits , sikhs , Dogras . People were killed by islamists. Their only one mistake --they were not Muslims. Neighbors became traitors. Women were raped. I have zero sympathy for this lady.

[@yumaanmustafa1421]

There is absolutely something magical about strong woman they're so inspiring and listening to them is such refreshing

[@arsalanhasan2953]

What a lovely women she was RIP Benazir Bhutto

[@Akash_Jadhv]

But you don't know her black world in u.k

[@bhavnakadam06]

@Yusra yes.... Its so easy to recognize...

[@abundant224]

I watched this interview once surprised thinking this woman has nerves of steel and second time with tears in my ears. Hope is so important but this interview surprises me so much. I still have immense faith in God and may we all live well and most importantly I pray to God that good leaders like Benazir do not have to go through so.much hatred🙏🏻 Love from Nepal to Simi Ji 🙏🏻🇳🇵

[@ProblematicBitch]

This was one of the most fascinating interviews i have ever seen, 2 amazing women, both carry themselves with such grace

[@embee007]

What a treasure this interview is, thank you so much for doing this interview and uploading it on KZbin. An irreparable loss for her country indeed but also for women all over the world.

[@malikson7884]

I get glued to the screen when once begin watching episode of your show, Honestly it’s one of the rare shows which does not let viewer get bored. Great woman on this planet was born in Pakistan and unfortunately became part of the never ending turbulence. #RIPBenazir

[@arifahmed1139]

Time comes when children become parents-well said

[@ashishbaral428]

Well said

[@darthlegionguy]

Not a fan of her politics but the way she handled those questions about her father was so formidable.

[@vrishaligorade2945]

I liked the interview very much, Benazir was a strong lady. A legend who tried her best as a prime minister.

[@farizma1234]

I'm in love with her after watching this! A never saw a strong woman like her in my whole life! RIP BB

[@D1Trini4u]

@10:02 ; A chill ran down my spine, hearing her speak of Death - in that manner - casually,as a woman that had survived razor-sharp calls with death before. It maybe un-intentionally happened upon, but it is none-theless one that resonates well. If we only knew then what we know now. Rest in Peace, Mrs. Bhutto.

[@avirajsinhmahida6178]

Ameen

[@maryumabrar2621]

Miss bhuto

[@khadijayounus2089]

Indeed it's so beautiful and lovely to watch you interview ...u have something unique to your style ...your lines and words of wisdom are gems ...I have learnt a lot from ur way of asking questions. ...keep up the great work

[@SimiGarewalOfficialpage]

+khadija younus Thanks Khadija! What a nice comment...and compliment! Thank you so much! love Simi

[@blessingsday8989]

How decent and grace both ladies look awesome unfortunately we miss this beauty of media today

[@WeWanderWhy]

PRICELESS interview! What a shame Pakistanis didn’t get her to speak up like that in their media.

[@jhumjhumchakrabarti4488]

It was amazing to hear you Ms. Garewal. I wonder from where you gathered the guts to ask the Ex-Premier of a nation such direct questions about the family and the charges levied against them. And no doubt the Bhutto family had gone through enough, but I could see you undergoing the pain of it all as Ms. Benazir Bhutto narrated her story. You seemed to live it through her narration! I stood mesmerised at your sensitivity and the volumes your expressions spoke!! Thank you for an excellent show!

[@vivver2634]

I guess v don't hv such classy n elegant hosts these days...today is the age of sensationalism...

[@sadiadurrani2942]

What a woman of substance mohtarma benazir Bhutto was a legend that is not amongst us any more. A brave woman of Pakistan “daughter of the east “ no match . And simi gee was the best anchor hats off to both the ladies.

[@vidyakl3201]

Dear Simi, I am amazed by your psychological mindedness. I am a psychiatrist and I would love to have you as psychology colleague in my clinic!

[@SUBAS2007]

Fantastic interview with one of the most amazing women of the world. I admire her courage and tenacity. Its a pity she had to die so young. Most of my myths about her is broken now! Kudos to the interviewer Simi Garewal. Well done!

[@vkham9944]

A real woman ! I salute you from Australia. Mark

[@MeraKEI]

Realized all of these politicians are just victim if circumstances, no one is too bad. this is life and they did what they could have done best.

[@vishaljain4301]

Simi madam, after watching this interview., I have seen many other interviews also of Ms. Bhutto taken by Indian media. But let me tell you none of those are like this one. You are really lucky to have had this talk. One thing more, apart from watching interviews, I also read description many times and while reading it's like you only speaking. You are like a family member to many of us. My respect and love.

[@anukritiverma6211]

Such women of substance these two ladies! I have always been inspired by Benazir Bhutto and this interview stirred me all the more.

[@zubikhan3290]

She was perfect lady. By look by education. By personality.

[@PMcse]

Why to look for perfection ? Just do your own work rather than finding perfection/imperfection in others.

[@zubikhan3290]

@@PMcse ok Priyanka

[@NO-fh8wm]

Light of Pakistan.

[@asavnad7246]

Benazir was class apart. And Simi one of the best interviewers

[@raniyarz7386]

When she spoke about the resurrection and how we will meet, she increased our strength

[@CBG9000]

That's call women empowerment. Can only imagine what this braveheart woman has went through in her lifetime. Few people has the courage to stand the peril and come back to fulfill dad's dream.

[@romigupta2608]

such a beautiful lady benjair was , RIP. god always gets back good peoples , its a fact

[@navinbudhwani5742]

She said 9 is her lucky number...how strange it is she was killed on 27 (2+7=9), 2007 (2+7=9). Like can be brutal that way.

[@poojabhardwaj3917]

and this 9+9 makes 18 which again becomes 9. An irony it is.

[@myunfilteredvision8]

5 and 9 rival numbers..which is sighn of blood

[@faryaaly113]

What could b more lucky than to attain martyrdom, thats every true Muslim's ultimate wish. But to attain martyrdom one has to die. N how bravely she embraced death, true to her name, she is matchless

[@sushantmahajan3415]

@@faryaaly113 u people gave her exile.....n now shedding tears!

[@sehrishbalouch7068]

Illuminati predictive programming

[@Ihatemoneyy]

hello Simi Mam, thank you for your amazing shows with such famous personalities, if it hadn't been for your show , I would in my 27 yrs of life, never known about benazir bhutto, I think she was an amazing ,brave lady to be able to stand up alone in male dominated Pakistan.i look forward to read her book and thanks to you I know her now and keep talking to my Pakistani friends about her as the only women to be so brave. believe you me when I say I keep seeing your shows again and again.its engaging and a learning experience. can't thank you enough. hope you have a great life ahead :) lots of love

[@saifulal]

Simi Ji, You are a woman of class. I feel deprived that after such a long time I watched Rendezvous. You have interviewed some of my most favourite people in there and especially this one. BB Shaheed was a great woman. The greatness is not in the fact that she was the daughter of the man who transformed the nation from gallows to democratically ruled frontline state; rather it was her ability to make tough decisions, her brave nature, and after all her dedication to a social cause. I have had a rare opportunity to see her in a public gathering once; heard from the PPP elders and top govt. officials that she was a fearful leader and possessed such a charisma that even the toughest of bureaucrats would not say a word in front of her. You have done a great job by asking her questions related to her personal life as well as about the times of her father's death followed by being jailed. I haven't seen noone except you asking her those bold questions in such a pleasant way that she didn't feel it and answered all of them. I have gone through almost all the comments here. It seems some people still think that they can say anything in public without having a little feeling of responsibility at all. My request to all those who think this their right to say whatever they want to; about anything and anyone, please realise the fact that your comments exactly show how have you been brought up and from where you belong. This medium and other media must have some ethical rules which should never be violated. The person commented last and others before him, using foul language and describing distorted facts must be stopped from doing so. We live in a knowledge society and things must be discussed based on knowledge not on any rumour or baseless info. Thank you once again Simi ji for doing such an impactful series of talk show. Hats off to you!

[@vclgym3051]

Benzair and simi gerewal look amazing in the video package. I must say this video package of bibi Benazir and simi is the best of Rendezvous series. 2 larger than life ladies.