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Welcome at 18: How a Comedy's Madness Becend Family—and Feroz Khan's Legacy

It's been 18 years since the madcap comedy 'Welcome' hit the screens. Director Anees Bazmee shared a heartfelt note saying the love for the film feels as fresh as ever. Anil Kapoor, who played Majnu, paid tribute to his late co-star Feroz Khan, crediting his powerful RDX role for carrying the entire project. The film remains a beloved comfort watch with an unforgettable ensemble cast.

Key Points: Anees Bazmee, Anil Kapoor Mark 18 Years of Welcome Film

  • Director Anees Bazmee says the audience's love for 'Welcome' remains young after 18 years
  • Anil Kapoor credits late Feroz Khan's RDX for single-handedly lifting the film
  • The 2007 comedy featured an ensemble cast including Akshay Kumar and Nana Patekar
  • The film marks Feroz Khan's final screen role before his passing
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Anees Bazmee says 'the love hasn't aged a bit' as 'Welcome' clocks 18 years

Director Anees Bazmee and star Anil Kapoor celebrate 18 years of 'Welcome', recalling Feroz Khan's iconic RDX role that lifted the classic comedy.

"18 years of Welcome… and the love hasn’t aged a bit. - Anees Bazmee"

Mumbai, Dec 21

Filmmaker Anees Bazmee penned a special post as his 2007 romantic comedy "Welcome" completed 18 years of release.

The director shared that although the movie has aged, the audience's love for the drama continues to remain young.

Dropping a couple of scenes from "Welcome" on his Instagram account, Bazmee went on to write, "18 years of Welcome… and the love hasn’t aged a bit. From Majnu-Uday’s madness to Ghungroo’s priceless reactions, from Rajiv’s innocence to RDX’s swag- every character stayed, lived, and became family. (sic)."

Bazmee also expressed his gratitude towards movie buffs for continuing to shower love on the movie even after so many years.

"Welcome became a mood, a reference, a comfort watch. Thank you for the love, the laughter, and for welcoming Welcome into your lives again and again," added the director.

Commemorating the occasion, actor Anil Kapoor, who essayed the role of Majnu in "Welcome", recalled how late actor Feroz Khan lifted the project single-handedly with his power-packed performance as "RDX".

Dropping a few images from the movie on social media, Anil wrote, “18 years of Welcome. This one’s for Feroz Khan Saab Welcome wasn’t Welcome without RDX, just like Mr. India wasn’t complete without Mogambo. both are irreplaceable period (sic).”

“I remember hearing the script and wondering how it would land.picture yaha ruk jati hai baith jati hain. Anees bhai said, “Chinta mat karo… Feroz Saab picture utha lenge. And he did. RDX lifted the film. This film. this character, this madness. magic," he added.

Along with Anil and Feroz Khan, the project enjoys an ensemble cast with Nana Patekar, Akshay Kumar, Katrina Kaif, Paresh Rawal, and Mallika Sherawat in significant roles, along with Sunil Shetty and Malaika Arora doing special appearances.

It must be noted that “Welcome” marks the last on-screen appearance of Feroz Khan, before he passed after suffering from lung cancer.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Feroz Khan as RDX was truly legendary. That swag, that voice! Anil Kapoor is right, he lifted the entire film. It's sad this was his last film, but what a way to sign off. A true icon. 🙏
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Aman W
Honestly, while the movie is fun, the comedy feels a bit dated now. Some of the jokes wouldn't fly in today's more sensitive climate. But you can't deny the nostalgia factor and the sheer star power.
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Sarah B
The chemistry between the entire cast was magic. Nana Patekar and Anil Kapoor were hilarious. It's one of those movies you can watch with the whole family during Diwali holidays. Pure, unadulterated entertainment.
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Vikram M
This movie defined an era of comedy. We don't get such clean, laugh-out-loud films anymore where the story and characters are so memorable. Every actor was in top form. Anees Bazmee created a classic. 18 saal ho gaye, waah!
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Kavya N
The songs are still bangers! "Inshaallah" and "Khatti Meethi" are on my playlist even now. Katrina looked stunning. It was a perfect masala potboiler. We need more such feel-good movies. 🎶

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