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India.com
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
Sunny Deol wanted Dimple Kapadia, Rishi Kapoor voted for Sridevi, but THIS blockbuster finally had a different heroine, her name is…, the film was…
Sunny Deol wanted Dimple Kapadia, Rishi Kapoor voted for Sridevi, but THIS blockbuster finally had a different heroine, her name is…, the film was… Made in Rs 2 crore, the film went on to become a blockbuster and earned Rs 11 crore worldwide. Scroll down to know its name! By Onam Gupta Advertisement Sunny Deol wanted Dimple Kapadia, Rishi Kapoor voted for Sridevi, but THIS blockbuster finally had a different heroine, her name is..., the film was... Sunny Deol has delivered numerous hit films over the years. One of his most critically as well as commercially acclaimed film was Damini, released in 1993. The film starred Rishi Kapoor, Meenakshi Seshadri, Sunny Deol, and Amrish Puri in key roles. Its most iconic and unforgettable dialogues like 'Tarikh par Tarik' and 'Dhai kilo ka haath' are still etched in audience minds and hearts. The film follows on the journey of a housemaid being assaulted in the place of work, as she fights for injustice with the support of her husband and Govind, a determined lawyer. Made in an estimated budget of Rs 2.50 crore, the film went on to become a blockbuster and earned Rs 11 crore worldwide. The primary reason behind its success was Sunny Deol's terrific portrayal of Advocate Govind Srivastava. Even though Deol appeared majorly in the second half, he captivated viewers with his spectacular performance and unforgettable dialogues. He even bagged the National Film Award for Best Supporting Actor. Advertisement === According to a report in NDTV, Sunny Deol suggested the name of Dimple Kapadia as the lead actress. Whereas, Rishi Kapoor wanted Sridevi to portray the role of Damini. Moreover, the role was offered to Madhuri Dixit too, who turned it down due to date issues. Later, Meenakshi Seshadri was then finalised to play Damini. Damini was the second of the third collaboration between Rajkumar Santoshi, Sunny Deol, Meenakshi Seshadri, and Amrish Puri with the other two being Ghayal and Ghatak released in 1990 and 1996. All three films turned out to box office successes. Advertisement === Rajkumar Santoshi and Sunny Deol have now collaborated next in Lahore 1947. Bankrolled under Aamir Khan's Productions, the film features Preity Zinta in lead, opposite Deol. The much-awaited patrotic film is expected to release this year.
NDTV
30-04-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
32 Years Of Damini: "A Film That Roared Louder Than Words," Says Sunny Deol
Mumbai: As Damini marks its 32nd anniversary on April 30, Sunny Deol took a moment to reflect on the film's lasting impact. In a heartfelt social media post, the Gadar actor shared his deep gratitude for being part of a project that not only resonated with audiences but also stood as a powerful symbol of justice, courage, and truth. Deol acknowledged the importance of the film's message and its continued relevance in today's world. On Wednesday, Sunny posted a video of his iconic scenes, where he delivers the unforgettable lines ' Tareekh pe Tareekh ' and ' Dhai kilo ka haath.' For the caption, the Jaat actor wrote, 'A film that roared louder than words— Damini still echoes in the hearts of millions. Grateful to be part of a story that stood for justice, courage, and truth. #DaminiAnniversary # TareekhPeTareekh #Grateful #32YearsOf Damini.' Fans flocked to the comments section of the post, reminiscing about the film's impact and Deol's powerful portrayal of justice and strength. One user wrote, ' tareekh pe tareekh my favourite dialogue of your Govind Bhai.' View this post on Instagram A post shared by Sunny Deol (@iamsunnydeol) Another said, 'Sunny Deol's all cult films stands on his acting, action & his powerful dialogues but the famous dialogue from this film Damini, Dhai kilo ka haat we truly experienced in recently blockbuster Jaat. What powerful scenes written by @dongopichand, what powerful action sequences, aaj tak life mein bohot sari action films dekhi lekin aisa action aaj tak nahi dekha, I enjoyed it lot. Thank you so much.' Damini directed and co-written by Rajkumar Santoshi, starred Meenakshi Seshadri in the title role with Rishi Kapoor and Amrish Puri. The plot of Damini centers on the harrowing journey of the protagonist, who witnesses her housemaid being assaulted by her brother-in-law and his companions. In the face of numerous challenges, she fights for justice with the support of her husband and Govind, a determined lawyer. Regarded as one of Bollywood's most impactful woman-centric films, Damini continues to be celebrated for its powerful portrayal of resilience and justice. The film was released on April 30, 1993.
