The film was Raja Hindustani, a true and huge super hit Bollywood film of 1996. Starring Aamir Khan and Karisma Kapoor, it was Dharmesh Darshan’s film, which made an astonishing Rs 78 crores at the box office after only a budget of just Rs 6 crores.
The movie is about a taxi driver, Raju (played by Aamir Khan), who falls in love with Aarti (Karisma Kapoor). Aamir Khan was initially reluctant to sign on for the film, but the director, Dharmesh Darshan, was convinced that the film would be a hit. And indeed, Raja Hindustani became a major hit, with memorable songs and dialogues that quickly became iconic.
The most challenging scene was the kissing scene between the two lead actors. They needed to take 47 retakes for a single perfect kiss. It was shot in Ooty for three days when the cold was at its peak. Both Aamir and Karisma were shivering through the entire shoot, which was demanding. However, after 47 takes, they finally captured the perfect moment, and it turned out to be one of the most talked-about scenes in the film.
The movie’s success was further solidified by the performances of Aamir Khan and Karisma Kapoor, both of whom received the Best Actor and Best Actress awards for their roles. Raja Hindustani became a classic, and its success proved that hard work and perseverance, even through challenges like a long shoot, can pay off, creating a lasting legacy in Indian cinema.
