Salman Khan clocks 35 years in Bollywood – Maine Pyar Kiya to Bajrangi Bhaijaan
Salman Khan clocks 35 years in Bollywood – Maine Pyar Kiya to Bajrangi Bhaijaan
As Salman Khan completes 35 years in the industry, here is a list of 7 amazing movies of his career
Unquestionably, Salman Khan is one of the biggest superstars in Bollywood. He kicked-off his career in the late 1980s and was lucky to get his major breakthrough with Rajshri’s “Maine Pyar Kiya”. Ever since then, Khan has been reeling through several ups and downs, both on the personal as well as professional front.
However, his stardom as of today is unwavering. His 35 years in the entertainment industry to say the least is a massive achievement.
To celebrate this special occasion, chronicled are seven of his most highly successful films
*Maine Pyar Kiya
Salman got a major break in this 1989 romantic drama film helmed by Sooraj Barjatya. The film also featured Bhagyashree and Mohnish Bahl. The film turned out to emerge a major commercial hit and won six Filmfare Awards.
*Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!
This film too was another feather in Salman’s cap and yet another successful collaboration amidst him and Barjatyas. The film also featured Madhuri Dixit, and chronicled Indian wedding traditions. It garnered overwhelming critical and commercial success and is considered one of the most influential Hindi movies of all time.
*Andaz Apna Apna
Salman was a part of the 1994 comedy caper. It featured an ensemble cast of Salman, Aamir Khan, Raveena Tandon, and Karishma Kapoor. Notwithstanding the hype, the film turned out to be a box-office flop. However, over the years, it attained the distinction of being a cult classic and is regarded as a comedy gem.
*Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
This was the second directorial venture of Sanjay Leela Bhansali and featured Salman and Aishwarya Rai and is remembered for its exquisite sets and mindblowing songs. The film turned emerged a hit and was one of the highest-grossing films of that year. It also bagged 17 Filmfare nominations.
*Tere Naam
The film is an official remake of the 1999 Tamil language film Sethu. It featured Salman alongside Bhumika Chawla and followed the story of Radhe Mohan. Salman’s hairstyle and the movie’s songs went on to emerge as an indelible part of Indian pop culture. Tere Naam was also a turning point in Salman’s career as he had a string of flops before this film.
*Bajrangi Bhaijaan
This Kabir Khan helmed film saw Salman in an absolute different avatar. Unlike his earlier films, Salman’s character showed as a fragile and sensitive person who gets bashed up by bad guys.
With an important message, flawless screenplay, and great music, the movie proved to be a major success. A sequel is currently in the works.
*Khamoshi: The Musical
Khamoshi helmed by Sanjay Bhansali, also featured
Manisha Koirala and Nana Patekar. The movie met with critical acclaim upon release.
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