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Anil Kapoor Marks 45 Years of Career-Defining Film 'Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya'

Anil Kapoor commemorated the 45th anniversary of his acclaimed 1981 drama "Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya," calling it a pivotal moment in his life and career. He shared that the film initially had trouble finding buyers but its eventual release left a lasting mark on Indian cinema. Kapoor expressed gratitude for the experience of working with director M. S. Sathyu and co-star Pankaj Kapur at the start of their journeys. The actor is next set to star in "Subedaar," playing a former soldier alongside Radhika Madan.

Key Points: Anil Kapoor Reflects on 45 Years of 'Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya'

  • Film released 45 years ago
  • Initially struggled to find buyers
  • Was a career turning point
  • Featured early work with noted collaborators
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Anil Kapoor calls 'Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya' a turning point in his life

Anil Kapoor calls his 1981 film a turning point, recalling the struggle to release it and the extraordinary experience of working with legends early in his career.

"What began with uncertainty turned into a milestone I will always cherish. - Anil Kapoor"

Mumbai, Feb 13

45 years ago today, Anil Kapoor's acclaimed drama "Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya" reached the cinema lovers.

Commemorating the milestone, Anil recalled how the project became a turning point in his life, leaving him with an experience that he will cherish forever.

He shared that initially, the makers had a lot of trouble finding buyers for the drama, but when it was finally released, it managed to leave an indelible mark on the history of Indian cinema.

Anil posted a video montage of some snippets from "Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya" on social media.

His sincere post went, "45 years ago, a film that had trouble finding buyers finally saw the light of day with just one show, and that one show became a turning point in my life. Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya gave me an experience that I'm grateful for to this day. (sic)".

Recalling how a journey which began with uncertainty turned into a milestone, he added, "Working with M. S. Sathyu, being framed through the lens of Ishan Arya and sharing the screen with Pankaj Kapur - both of us at the very start of our careers- it was nothing short of extraordinary for a young actor at the beginning of his cinematic journey. What began with uncertainty turned into a milestone I will always cherish. Forty-five years later, I look back with immense gratitude for the struggles, the lessons, and the film that shaped my path."

Released back in 1981, "Kahan Kahan Se Guzar Gaya" was made under the direction of MS Sathyu.

Along with Anil, the movie also starred Pankaj Kapur, Sharon Prabhakar, Masood Akhtar, and Neesha Singh in prominent roles, along with others.

Up next, Anil will play the lead in Suresh Triveni's "Subedaar". He will bring to life the character of Arjun Singh on the big screen - a former soldier navigating through the complexities of civilian life, while trying to heal his relationship with his daughter Shyama (played by Radhikka Madan).

- IANS

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Rohit P
Honestly, I had never heard of this film before. It's amazing how many gems from the parallel cinema movement get lost to time. This makes me want to go and find it online. The cast with Pankaj Kapur and Sharon Prabhakar sounds fantastic.
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David E
As someone who studied Indian cinema, this is a significant film. M.S. Sathyu was a master. It's a great lesson for today's producers who only chase box office numbers from day one. Sometimes art needs patience to find its audience.
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Anjali F
My parents used to talk about this film! They said it had a very raw and real feel to it, very different from the commercial movies of that era. Anil Kapoor sir has come such a long way. True icon. ❤️
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Vikram M
Respectfully, while it's great to celebrate old films, I wish our current stars would take more risks like this instead of just doing remakes and sequels. The industry needs more original content that struggles to find buyers but is made with passion.
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Sneha F
The energy and dedication of actors from that generation is unmatched. Starting with one show and believing in the project... wah! That's the spirit. Today everything is about opening weekend numbers. Some things were better in the past.

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