Bhagyashree marked her acting debut with Maine Pyar Kiya in 1989. The Sooraj Barjatya directorial may have been Salman Khan’s second outing as an actor but it was instrumental in making him a household name. The film set new standards of love and romance and Salman-Bhagyashree’s endearing chemistry became its biggest highlight. But there are several other reasons why Maine Pyar Kiya remains a fan favourite even after all these years.
It marked the first ever collaboration between Salman and SP Balasubrahmanyam. Kabootar Ja Ja Ja and the love ballads – Mere Sawaalon Ka, Dil Deewana and Aate Jaate Hanste Gaate – have truly aged well. ‘Dosti ka ek ussol hai madam, no sorry, no thank you’ still does the rounds on social media. So, when Rajshri Productions announced that the romantic musical is all set to re-release in theatres on its 35th anniversary on August 23, fans couldn’t keep their calm. While the Gen-Z are excited to experience the film on the big screen for the first time, millennials are ready to be washed over by a wave of nostalgia.
Speaking exclusively to News18 Showsha, Bhagyashree says that she’s ‘beyond thrilled’ with the anticipation of how the film will impact today’s generation. “To think that a whole new generation will experience the magic of Maine Pyar Kiya onscreen is just incredible! It’s a timeless love story and to have it connect with young hearts today is like watching the film come alive again. I’m eager to see how Gen-Z resonates with the pure, simple romance we portrayed,” she tells us.
But back in the 80s when she was shooting for the film with Salman, did she ever have an inkling that Maine Pyar Kiya would go on to become a rage? “Honestly, no. While we were shooting, it just felt like we’re telling a beautiful story. None of us had any idea that it would become such a phenomenon. The love that people still have for the film is something I cherish deeply. It’s humbling to know that it left such a lasting impact,” she says.
Following the release of Maine Pyar Kiya, Bhagyashree became what in today’s lingo may be termed as a ‘national crush’. It also made her a much sought-after actor. Recalling the euphoria surrounding herself back when the film had released, she remarks, “It was life-changing for me in every sense. Personally, it made me a household name, and professionally, it opened up doors I never imagined. But more than that, the film gave me an emotional connection with audiences that is still alive today. It’s rare for an actor to have that and I feel truly blessed.”
But despite all the love the film has and continues to receive, Bhagyashree wouldn’t want a remake. “I think some stories are timeless and Maine Pyar Kiya is one of them. However, there’s also something sacred about the original. It represents an era and a kind of love story that is unique to that time. While it would be exciting to see how a modern version would look, I personally feel that the magic of the original should remain untouched. Some classics are best left as they are,” she shares.
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