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Bollywood's beloved romantic film 'Dhadkan' is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a special theatrical re-release. Actors Akshay Kumar, Shilpa Shetty, and Suniel Shetty are commemorating the milestone by sharing nostalgic memories and encouraging fans to revisit the timeless love story. The film, originally released in 2000, was a critical and commercial success that became a cult classic. Fans can catch the movie back on the big screen on May 23rd, reliving the iconic romance that captured hearts two decades ago.

Key Points: Akshay Kumar Shilpa Shetty Celebrate Dhadkan Silver Jubilee

  • Cult classic Dhadkan marks 25 years of romantic cinema
  • Akshay Kumar and Shilpa Shetty share nostalgic memories
  • Film inspired by Wuthering Heights
  • Original hit releases back in theaters
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Akshay, Shilpa, Suniel celebrate re-release of 'timeless tale of love' 'Dhadkan'

Bollywood stars reunite for 25-year milestone of iconic love story 'Dhadkan', set for theatrical re-release on May 23rd

"Main tumhe bhool jaun yeh ho nahi sakta - Shilpa Shetty"

Mumbai, May 17

As their film “Dhadkan” has completed 25 years in Hindi cinema, actors Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Shilpa Shetty are celebrating the re-release of the “timeless tale of love”.

Akshay took to Instagram, where he re-shared the poster originally posted by Suniel Shetty, of the film directed by Dharmesh Darshan, which lit up the silver screens in 2000 and has now achieved cult status.

Akshay wrote as the caption: "A timeless tale of love and emotions is back on the big screen on 23rd May."

Shilpa shared the poster as the film is celebrating its silver jubilee this year.

She wrote: "Silver lining for our silver jubilee. #Dhadkan re-releasing in theaters on 23rd May. Book your tickets now!"

She went on to write the iconic dialogue from the film, which is set for a re-release on May 23.

"Main tumhe bhool jaun yeh ho nahi sakta, aur tum mujhe bhool jao yeh main hone nahi doonga

PS: This one still makes my heart beat," Shilpa concluded.

"Dhadkan"also stars Mahima Chaudhry, Sharmila Tagore, Parmeet Sethi, Kiran Kumar, Sushma Seth and Manjeet Kullar .

A loose adaptation of Wuthering Heights written by Emily Bronte, "Dhadkan" follows Anjali and Dev, who are in love with each other and plan to marry, however, her family gets her married to Ram. Years later, Dev shows up to reunite with Anjali, however, she has fallen for Ram.

The film was released after four years as it was delayed. It received positive reviews from critics upon release, and emerged as a major commercial success at the box-office.

The soundtrack album emerged as the second best-selling album of the year after Mohabbatein starring Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan among others.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
Dhadkan was my first date movie with my wife back in 2000! ❤️ The songs still give me goosebumps. "Dil Ne Yeh Kaha Hai Dil Se" is pure gold. Can't wait to relive those memories in theaters!
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Priya M.
While the movie is nostalgic, I wish they'd focus more on new content than re-releases. Our film industry needs fresh stories that reflect today's India. Still, Dhadkan's music is evergreen!
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Arjun S.
Shilpa Shetty was the ultimate diva of that era! Her fashion in Dhadkan set so many trends. That red saree look is still iconic. Excited to see it on big screen again after 25 years!
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Neha T.
The movie was good but honestly overrated. The plot was quite dramatic and unrealistic. However, Nadeem-Shravan's music saved it completely. "Tum Dil Ki Dhadkan Mein" is still my ringtone!
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Sanjay P.
This was peak Bollywood romance era! Today's movies lack that emotional depth and melodrama. I'm taking my teenage kids to watch - let them see what real romance looks like 😄
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Meena R.
Interesting how they adapted Wuthering Heights to Indian context. The family pressure angle was so relatable for us Indians. Though I wish they'd credited the original novel more prominently.

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