Veteran actress Waheeda Rehman is proud of actress-turned-director Kangana Ranaut for directing a film like Manikarnika - The Queen of Jhansi and also giving a great performance. Waheeda Rehman, 80, was interacting with the media at its special screening along with another veteran Asha Parekh, 76, on Wednesday here.

In fact, she said: "I called Kangana to show me this movie because I was very keen. I really liked the film. She has done a really good job -- acting and directing. "She is also looking very beautiful in the film. I am so happy and proud of her that she has made this film and given a great performance as well," said the actress, who ruled the silver screen for decades.