When The 1972 Film Pakeezah, Starring Raaj Kumar, Reigned Supreme At The Box Office

Renowned actor Raaj Kumar remains one of the most celebrated figures in the Hindi film industry. He is renowned for his distinctive dialogue delivery and commanding presence on screen throughout his illustrious career spanning 70 films. Notably, 1972 emerged as a particularly successful year for him, with one of his films, Pakeezah, achieving significant commercial success, overshadowing even the endeavours of contemporaries like Rajesh Khanna and Dev Anand.

Pakeezah (February 4, 1972):

Directed by Kamal Amrohi and featuring Meena Kumari, Ashok Kumar, Kamal Kapoor, and Veena, Pakeezah stands as the pinnacle of commercial success in 1972. Raaj Kumar portrayed the character of Salim Ahmed Khan in this monumental film, backed by Mahal Pictures Pvt Ltd and Sangeeta Enterprises.

Seeta Aur Geeta (November 17, 1972):

Directed by Ramesh Sippy and starring Dharmendra, Sanjeev Kumar and Hema Malini, Seeta Aur Geeta secured the second spot among the highest-earning films of 1972. Produced by NH Studioz, this film showcased a captivating narrative and memorable performances.

Raja Jani (November 3, 1972):

Mohan Segal helmed Raja Jani, which emerged as the third biggest commercial hit of 1972. Featuring Dharmendra and Hema Malini, the film, produced by Seven Arts Films, drew inspiration from the 1956 Hollywood film Anastasia, offering audiences a gripping storyline.

Be-Imaan (December 15, 1972):

Directed by Sohanlal Kanwar and starring Manoj Kumar and Rakhee Gulzar, Be-Imaan clinched the fourth position among the highest-grossing films of 1972. Produced by Filmnagar, the film received widespread acclaim and won seven awards at the 1973 Filmfare Awards.

Gora Aur Kala (December 22, 1972):

Directed by Naresh Kumar and featuring Rajendra Kumar Tuli, Hema Malini and Rekha, Gora Aur Kala rounded off the list as the fifth highest-grossing film of 1972. Produced by Shankar Films, this movie impressed the audience with its compelling narrative and stellar performances.

Bollywood, in 1972, witnessed the triumph of these exceptional films, with Raaj Kumar’s Pakeezah leading in terms of commercial success, solidifying its place as a timeless classic in Indian cinema.