is coming back in theatres on its 35th anniversary. The film that released in 1989 is special for many reasons. It launched Salman Khan as the ultimate 'Prem' in Bollywood.
Sooraj Barjatya made one of the most successful debuts for a filmmaker in Bollywood as grossed Rs 28 crores running to packed houses across cinema halls in cities. The songs are still on everyone's lips. SP Balasubrahmanyam and Salman Khan's combination was unbeatable with a melodious score by late Raamlaxman, who had given songs for some of the biggest movies of that era.
As fans gear up for its re-release, here's revisiting some of the iconic stuff from . is memorable for its emotions, songs and desi values shown in true Sooraj Barjatya style. Fans dote on Handsome.
He is the pigeon who is also the messenger of love for the young couple. The song " " was on everyone's lips. Handsome has his own fan base till date.
Maine Pyar Kiya debuted 29 years ago today and I have a crazy love for this movie because seriously pigeon with PTSD who goes homicidal and saves the lovers is the best ending in film history. — Alisa Loves Bollywood & Asian Dramas (@BollywoodNewbie) Salman Khan, Bhagyashree became a rage amongst India's young couples after the movie. Everyone who faced parental opposition to love identified with them.
In the film, Bhagyashree is seen with a cap that has Friends written on it. Fans flocked to buy that cap, and it was a best-seller. Salman Khan and SP Balasubrahmanyam's voice were a match made.