Anees Bazmee revisits his Bollywood beginnings with Govinda-Rajesh Khanna's 'Swarg' as film turns 36
Mumbai, May 2
Filmmaker and writer Anees Bazmee turned nostalgic as his first major writing project, Swarg starring late Bollywood superstar Rajesh Khanna, Govinda completed 36 years.
Taking to his social media account, Aneez Bazmee shared the film's poster featuring Rajesh Khanna and Govinda, and gook a trip down memory lane, recalling the movie that marked a major turning point in his career as a writer.
Sharing the post, he wrote, "On the 36th anniversary of Swarg, I'm overwhelmed with gratitude! As a writer, the very first film marked a turning point in my career. The love and appreciation I received from everyone meant the world to me. When they said 'the writer had arrived', since then, I've been fortunate to write for many talented filmmakers!"
Talking about the movie, Swarg diirected by David Dhawan released in 1990 and went on to become a commercial success.
The film starred Rajesh Khanna, Govinda, Juhi Chawla, Madhavi, Paresh Rawal, Satish Kaushik, Neena Gupta and others.
The emotional family drama revolved around loyalty, betrayal and dedication, with Rajesh Khanna playing the dignified patriarch 'Sahabji', while Govinda essayed his house help and fiercely loyal aide Krishna.
Talking about Aneez Bazmee, he began his screenwriting journey in the late 1980s before moving into direction.
Over the years, he has delivered some of Hindi cinema's biggest entertainers, including No Entry, Welcome, Singh Is Kinng, Ready, Bhool Bhulaiyaa 2 and Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Honestly, these old films had so much heart. Swarg might seem melodramatic by today's standards, but it knew how to make you cry. Anees Bazmee's writing was tight even back then. Govinda and Rajesh Khanna's chemistry was magical. Today's writers should study this film—simple but powerful storytelling. Sad that we don't make such emotional family dramas anymore.
As someone who discovered Bollywood later in life, it's fascinating to see how writers like Anees Bazmee built their careers. Swarg sounds like a classic example of the "loyal servant" trope—very Indian in its values. Would love to see a restored version on OTT. Thanks for the nostalgia trip, folks!
Respect to Anees Bazmee for remembering his roots. But let's be honest—while Swarg was a hit, his later blockbusters like No Entry and Welcome are what made him a legend. Still, it's good to see he's grateful for where it all began. Also, David Dhawan directing a semi-serious film? Didn't see that coming! 😅
I was a kid when Swarg released, and I remember my whole family crying during the climax. Rajesh Khanna was just *chef's kiss* as the dignified patriarch. Govinda's role as the loyal aide was a perfect foil. Anees Bazmee's writing captured the dynamics of loyalty and family so beautifully. These films taught us values without being preachy. Miss those days. ❤️
K Kavya N