Movie Details:
Country | India |
Language | Hindi |
Genre | Comedy, Drama, Musical, Romance |
Release date | 5 August 1994 |
Running time | 3hr 26min |
Certificate | U |
Starring | Madhuri Dixit Salman Khan |
Directed by | Sooraj Barjatya |
Written by | Sooraj Barjatya |
Produced by | Ajit Kumar Barjatya Kamal Kumar Barjatya Rajkumar Barjatya |
Cinematography by | Rajan Kinagi |
Edited by | Mukhtar Ahmed |
Music by | Raamlaxman |
Production Company | Rajshri Productions |
Distributor | Rajshri Productions |
Cast & Characters:
- Madhuri Dixit as Nisha Choudhury
- Salman Khan as Prem
- Mohnish Bahl as Rajesh
- Renuka Shahane as Pooja Choudhury
- Alok Nath as Kailashnath
- Reema Lagoo as Mrs. Choudhury
- Anupam Kher as Professor Siddharth Choudhury
- Satish Shah as Dr. Chacha
- Himani Shivpuri as Dr. Chachi
- Dilip Joshi as Bhola
- Laxmikant Berde as Lallu Prasad
- Priya Arun as Chameli
- Redo as Tuffy
- Ajit Vachani as Professor Mama-ji
- Bindu as Professor’s wife
- Sahila Chadha as Rita
- Dinesh Hingoo as Manager Chacha
Storyline:
Prem and Nisha meet and fall in love at the wedding of their elder siblings, but their plans to be together are put in jeopardy when Nisha’s sister dies, leaving behind a baby.
About Movie:
Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! is a pivotal Hindi musical romantic drama film directed by Sooraj Barjatya and produced by Rajshri Productions. The film features Madhuri Dixit and Salman Khan in leading roles and showcases Indian wedding traditions through the lens of a married couple’s relationship and their families, emphasizing the theme of sacrificing personal love for familial obligations. Its storyline draws inspiration from the earlier film Nadiya Ke Paar (1982), which itself was based on Keshav Prasad Mishra’s novel Kohbar Ki Shart. The film is notable for its extensive 14-song soundtrack composed by Raamlaxman, a significant number for films of that era.
Released on August 5, 1994, Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! became the highest-grossing film of the year, earning between ₹111.63 and ₹128 crore worldwide. It was the first Indian film to surpass ₹1 billion in box office revenue and remains one of the highest-grossing Bollywood films ever when adjusted for inflation. The film’s success led to a transformation in the Indian film industry, introducing new distribution methods and a shift towards less violent narratives. Box Office India hailed it as “the biggest blockbuster of the modern era.”
At the 42nd National Film Awards, the film won two awards, including Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment. Additionally, at the 40th Filmfare Awards, it received 13 nominations and won five, including Best Film, Best Director for Barjatya, and Best Actress for Dixit. It also garnered six awards at the newly established Screen Awards.
Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, regarded as one of the most influential films in Indian cinema, significantly impacted wedding celebrations across India, with many incorporating elements from the film into their ceremonies. It is credited with redefining success in Hindi cinema and has influenced numerous filmmakers, including Aditya Chopra and Karan Johar, the latter citing it as a major inspiration for his career. The film continues to be celebrated for its cultural significance and remains a classic in the history of Indian cinema.
Budget & Box Office Collection:
Budget | ₹6 crore |
Worldwide Collection | ₹111.63−128 crore |