Over two decades since its release, Aamir Khan’s Lagaan remains close to the hearts of movie enthusiasts everywhere. Written and directed by Ashutosh Gowariker, the 2001 epic drama film has once again grabbed headlines—this time, courtesy of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Academy Shares ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale’ Clip
The Oscar Academy recently posted a throwback clip of the legendary song ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale’ on its official Instagram handle. With the charming chemistry between Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh, the clip soon went viral. The Academy captioned it, “Love, desire and a little fire in the eyes. ‘Radha Kaise Na Jale’ (sung by Asha Bhosle and Udit Narayan), from Ashutosh Gowariker’s Lagaan, starring Aamir Khan and Gracy Singh. The movie was in the nominees for the Best Foreign Language Film at the 74th Oscars.
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Love and Nostalgia is the Reponse of Fans
The post elicited a shower of affection from the fans. “The movie was also wonderful and this song touches the heart,” posted one user. Another added, “Aamir and Gracy’s pair was worthy of more movies.” Several appreciated the Academy’s recognition of the film’s work, with posts such as, “Oscar did the right thing by nominating this movie.”
A Timeless Tale of Resistance and Resilience
Produced on a shoestring budget of ₹25 crores, Lagaan had an all-star cast that included Suhasini Muley, Kulbhushan Kharbanda, Raghuveer Yadav, Rajendra Gupta, and Yashpal Sharma. British actors Rachel Shelley and Paul Blackthorne also had important roles to play. Based in colonial India, the movie combines sport, struggle, and spirit into a motivational narrative that continues to strike a chord with viewers even today.
20+ years down the line, Lagaan is still an unforgettable Indian movie gem.
