Friday 26 October 2018

Judwaa film (1997-movie) : Hindi Film

Judwaa film
Judwaa film

Judwaa film is a 1997 Indian Hindi action comedy movie, directer Is David Dhawan, producer Sajid Nadiadwala and starring Salman Khan in a double role opposite Karisma Kapoor and Rambha. 

Released on 7 February 1997, the film was successful at the box office. The film was a remake of the Telugu film Hello Brother 1994.Judwaa was the first collaboration between David Dhawan and Salman Khan.


  • Directer : David Dhawan
  • Producer : Sajid Nadiadwala
  • Story : E. V. V. Satyanarayana
  • Starring : Salman Khan,Karisma Kapoor,Rambha
  • Music : Anu Malik,Koti 
  • Cinematography : W. B. Rao
  • Distributed : Nadiadwala Grandsons Entertainment
  • Release date : 7 February 1997
  • Running time : 136 minutes
  • Country : India
  • Language : Hindi
Story of the film:

The story revolves around twin brothers, Raja and Prem, who are separated at birth after their father is killed by a smuggler, Charles. Raja is raised by a fisherman and grows up to be a street-smart tapori (thug), while Prem is raised by a wealthy businessman and grows up to be a sophisticated and educated man.

As fate would have it, the twins cross paths and chaos ensues as they try to reunite with their respective love interests, Mala and Roopa, who are identical twins as well. Along the way, they also have to deal with Charles, who is still up to his illegal activities.

The film features several hit songs, including "Tan Tana Tan" and "Oonchi Hai Building," which are still popular among fans. "Judwaa" was a major commercial success and helped establish Salman Khan as a bankable star in the 90s.

Star Cast:

The star cast of the 1997 film "Judwaa" includes:
  • Salman Khan as Raja/Prem Malhotra
  • Karisma Kapoor as Mala
  • Rambha as Roopa
  • Kader Khan as Raju, Raja's foster father
  • Shakti Kapoor as Rangeela, Raja's sidekick
  • Satish Shah as Inspector Chanpuri
  • Anupam Kher as Dr. Ghunghroo
  • Bindu as Mrs. Malhotra, Prem's mother
  • Mukesh Rishi as Charles, the main antagonist
  • Dalip Tahil as Malhotra, Prem's father
  • Tiku Talsania as Sharma, Prem's secretary
The film also features a special appearance by actress Reema Lagoo as Roopa and Mala's mother.

Music / Songs:

The music of "Judwaa" was composed by Anu Malik, with lyrics by Dev Kohli. The music album have several popular songs, including:
  • "Duniya Mein Aaye Ho To"......Singer is Kumar Sanu and Kavita Krishnamurthy
  • "Oonchi Hai Building"...............Singer is  Anu Malik and Poornima
  • "Tan Tana Tan"..........................Singer is  Abhijeet and Poornima
  • "East Aur West India Is The Best"..............Anu Malik
  • "Tu Mere Dil Mein Basja"..........Singer is Kumar Sanu and Poornima
  • "Aa To Sahi"..................................Singer is Abhijeet and Poornima
The songs "Oonchi Hai Building" and "Tan Tana Tan" became huge hits and are still popular among audiences. The film's soundtrack was a major success and is considered to be one of Anu Malik's best works.

Review of the film

"Judwaa" is a classic Bollywood masala film that blends action, comedy, romance, and drama. The film's plot is entertaining and engaging, with plenty of twists and turns to keep the audience hooked. The performances by the lead actors, Salman Khan, Karisma Kapoor, and Rambha, are top-notch, and they bring their characters to life with charm and energy.

The film's music is also a major highlight, with several catchy and memorable songs that have become iconic over the years. The dance sequences are well choreographed and add to the overall entertainment value of the film.

One of the standout elements of "Judwaa" is its humor. The film has several laugh-out-loud moments, thanks to the comic timing of the actors and the witty dialogues. The action scenes are also well executed and add to the excitement of the film.

Overall, "Judwaa" is a fun-filled entertainer that has stood the test of time. It's a great example of a quintessential Bollywood movie that appeals to a wide audience. If you're looking for a light-hearted and enjoyable film, "Judwaa" is definitely worth a watch.

Box office Collection:

"Judwaa" was a major commercial success at the box office, grossing approximately 4.75 crore on its opening weekend and a total of 15.25 crore in India during its theatrical run. 

Box Office India declared a "Blockbuster".

The film's success can be attributed to several factors, including the star power of Salman Khan, the music, and the entertaining plot. "Judwaa" was one of the highest-grossing films of 1997 and helped establish Salman Khan as a leading actor in the industry. The film's success also paved the way for several other comedies and action-comedies in Bollywood in the following years.

Remake of Judwaa film:

A remake of "Judwaa 2" was released in 2017, directed by David Dhawan (who also directed the original) and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala (who produced the original). The film stars Varun Dhawan in a double role, with Jacqueline Fernandez and Taapsee Pannu as the female leads.

The basic plot of the remake is similar to the original, with the twin brothers separated at birth and reuniting later in life. However, there are some changes in the script and additional characters have been added to give the film a contemporary touch.

The music of the remake was composed by Sajid-Wajid, with lyrics by Dev Kohli and Danish Sabri. The film features remakes of the original songs "Oonchi Hai Building" and "Tan Tana Tan", which were recreated to appeal to a new generation of audiences.

The remake received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Varun Dhawan's performance and the music, while others criticized it for being too formulaic and lacking the charm of the original. Nonetheless, the film was a commercial success, grossing over 200 crore at the box office.

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