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This romantic drama not only became a huge commercial success but also earned Karisma her first Filmfare Award for Best Actress. Read on to know more.
Entertainment Aamir Khan and Karisma Kapoor’s Raja Hindustani
Aamir Khan’s film Raja Hindustani, released in 1996, proved to be a superhit at the box office. The film grossed around Rs 76 crore worldwide. The audience loved the film and praised Karisma Kapoor’s acting and screen presence. But do you know that Karisma was not the first choice for this film?
Entertainment Which film was to be Aishwarya Rai’s debut movie?
This big revelation was made by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan herself. She revealed that she had received offers for four films even before becoming Miss World. In an interview in 2012 to Vogue magazine, Aishwarya said that she had participated in the Miss India contest so that she could keep some distance from films.
Entertainment When did Aishwarya Rai make her Bollywood debut?
Aishwarya revealed that if she had not participated in Miss India, Raja Hindustani would have been her first film. But fate had planned something else. After winning the Miss World crown, Aishwarya Rai made her Bollywood debut in 1997 with the film Aur Pyaar Ho Gaya. This film came a year after the release of Raja Hindustani.
Entertainment Who else was offered Raja Hindustani?
Not only Aishwarya, but this film was also offered to another famous actress. Director Dharmesh Darshan had also offered this role to Juhi Chawla. But according to media reports, Juhi refused to work in this film. The reason is said to be that she had a problem doing a kissing scene with Aamir Khan in the film.
Entertainment What was the budget of Raja Hindustani?
Made at a cost of about Rs 5.75 crore, this film later became a historic hit. The film earned Rs 76.43 crore worldwide and was included in the biggest blockbuster films of that era. Raja Hindustani was also liked for its songs like Pardesi Pardesi, Poocho Zara Poocho, Aaye Ho Meri Zindagi Mein etc are still heard today.
Entertainment Raja Hindustani success
The film won five major awards at the Filmfare Awards. These included the titles of Best Film, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Music Director and Best Male Playback Singer. The chemistry between Aamir Khan and Karisma Kapoor was considered the biggest strength of the film.
Entertainment Karisma Kapoor in Raja Hindustani
Overall, Karisma Kapoor spread such magic in her acting in this film that even today the audience likes to see her in Raja Hindustani. Although this role was first offered to Aishwarya Rai and Juhi Chawla, Karisma’s luck shone and she included the film in her memorable films.
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