These 3 Heroes Debuted In 1991. Two Ruled Bollywood, But One Faded Away
The first among them to test his luck was Akshay Kumar. His debut film Saugandh released on 25 January 1991. Directed by Raj N Sippy, the action drama paired him opposite Shantipriya, who was also making her first appearance in Bollywood. But despite the anticipation, the film turned into a box office failure. (News18 Hindi)
Months later, on 9 August 1991, Vivek Mushran arrived with Saudagar. Directed by Subhash Ghai, the film featured Manisha Koirala in her debut role and brought two legends, Dilip Kumar and Raj Kumar, together on screen. Unlike Akshay Kumar's start, Vivek's launch was spectacular. (News18 Hindi)
Saudagar became the third highest-grossing film of that year, turning him into an overnight star. But while the film promised a bright future, the promise did not last. Subsequent films failed to replicate the success, and gradually Vivek shifted his focus to television, appearing in serials and supporting roles rather than leading the big screen. (News18 Hindi)
Then came the storm of Ajay Devgn's entry. On 22 November 1991, his debut film Phool Aur Kaante hit the screens, introducing audiences to a fresh action hero. The film was a runaway success, remembered most for its iconic stunt of Ajay balancing on two moving motorcycles, a sequence that instantly established him as an action star. (News18 Hindi)
The film's music too was a chartbuster, cementing his place among the promising newcomers. Over the years, Ajay has evolved into one of the most versatile and enduring stars in Bollywood, balancing intense action roles with meaningful dramas and even comedy, while also earning recognition as a producer and director.
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