This film was a blockbuster in 1977, starred Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, earned more than Bahubali 2.., it is.., the leads are...
This film was a blockbuster in 1977, starred Rishi Kapoor, Neetu Singh, earned more than Bahubali 2.., it is.., the leads are...
In the glitzy and glamorous world of cinema, many pictures come, entertain us, and then leave, but every once in a while, there comes a picture that remains etched in our memory for years to come. From their strong scripts to iconic performances, these films become cult classics and are no less than a phenomenon. One such blockbuster film is Amar Akbar Anthony. Redefining Indian cinema, this multi-starrer entertainer was a massive hit both critically and commercially. The success of this film has even surpassed Baahubali 2
Released in the year 1977, this Manmohan Desai's film featured blockbuster stars like Amitabh Bachchan, Vinod Khanna, and Rishi Kapoor. The supporting cast also featured some strong performers like Parveen Babi, Neetu Singh, Shabana Azmi, Nirupa Roy, Pran, and Jeevan. This film had everything, from action drama to iconic tracks, giving the audience a wholesome package that still resonates with them.
The plot of the film revolved around a man who is going through financial constraints, due to which he abandons his three sons and leaves them in a park to take his own life. Starting with this emotionally intense note, the three brothers get separated in childhood itself and eventually are raised in different religions, Hindu, Muslim, and Christian. As the story unfolds, it becomes even more interesting for the audience.
However, what is even more interesting is that a remarkable, cult classic movie was made on a humble budget of just Rs. 1 crores, and it did exceptionally well commercially by collecting Rs. 7.25 crores domestically, with its global earnings crossing Rs. 15 crores, a huge figure at the time. Comparing it with present-day films, if adjusted for inflation, it has even passed Baahubali 2 at the box office.
Besides its commercial success, the film's still continues to resonate with the audience even today. Its memorable characters, iconic dialogues, and chartbuster songs became part of Indian pop culture. It touched hearts with its emotional storyline and entertained with its comedy and action. IMDb ratings aside, the audience's love was its true metric of success.
In the gleaming journey of Amitabh Bachchan's career, Amar Akbar Anthony became a paramount milestone.
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