Salman Khan attends 'Hum Aapke Hain Koun' reunion during Barjatya wedding bash
Mumbai, March 13
Veteran filmmaker Sooraj Barjatya hosted a grand wedding reception for his daughter Esha Barjatya, on the 12th of March in Mumbai.
The star-studded evening turned into a nostalgic reunion of the iconic 1994 film Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, as several actors associated with the blockbuster marked their presence at the happy occasion.
Salman Khan, Anupam Kher, Renuka Shahane who essayed important role in the movie were seen attending the reception.
Salman Khan looked dapper in a sharp navy-blue suit paired with a black shirt and tie, while Renuka Shahane arrived in an elegant traditional saree in shades of green and gold.
She was seen attending the reception with her actor husband Ashutosh Rana.
However, Madhuri Dixit and Mohnish Bahl, who played Pooja's husband Rajesh in the film, were missing from the reunion at the reception.
The reception also saw several other Bollywood celebrities in attendance, including Aamir Khan, Anil Kapoor, Boman Irani, Rani Mukerji, Tabu and many others.
In Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, Salman Khan played Prem, the gentleman yet fun-loving younger brother of Mohnish Bahl who falls in love with Nisha, portrayed by Madhuri Dixit.
Renuka Shahane portrayed Pooja, Nisha's elder sister, whose marriage forms the central backdrop of the story.
Anupam Kher appeared as Professor Siddharth Chaudhary, Nisha and Pooja's s father.
Talking about the iconic movie, it was produced under the banner of Rajshri Productions and released in 1994.
Known for its elaborate wedding sequences, music and strong emphasis on family values, Hum Aapke Hain Koun went onto become one of the biggest blockbusters of its time.
It remains a cultural milestone in Bollywood even today.
— IANS
Reader Comments
A bit sad that Madhuri Dixit and Mohnish Bahl couldn't make it. The reunion would have been perfect with the entire main cast. Still, it's lovely to see the Barjatya family upholding those same "sanskaar" and family values they showed in the film.
Respectfully, while the reunion is sweet, the article reads more like a celebrity guest list than news. Would have loved more details about the wedding rituals or the couple. The film reunion is a side note, not the main story.
The cultural impact of this movie is incredible. I'm not Indian, but I watched it with my Indian friends in college and even I could feel the warmth and joy. It's amazing how a film from 1994 can still bring people together like this.
Renuka Shahane looking absolutely graceful in that saree! And Salman bhai still has that Prem charm. This news made me smile. "Didi Tera Devar Deewana" playing in my head now!
Rajshri Productions weddings in real life look just as grand as their filmi ones! This is the perfect example of life imitating art. Wishing Esha Barjatya all the best for her married life. May it be filled with as much love and music as HAHK.
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