What is the connection between the 1980 and 1995 versions of 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge'?

The 1980 film 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' predates the iconic 1995 version by 15 years, though it has been largely forgotten over the years.

How did the 1980 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' differ from the 1995 version?

While the 1995 film was an out-and-out romantic blockbuster, the 1980 version was a social drama with some religious elements, as suggested by the song 'He Mere Bhole Bhandari'.

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Forgotten 1980 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' Predates Iconic Bollywood Classic

19 Oct

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1980 film 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' predates the 1995 classic by 15 years
1980 film had a different cast and crew, including director Rajendra Singh 'Atish'
1980 film received censor clearance, indicating it was released, but has been largely forgotten

Forgotten 1980 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' Predates Iconic Bollywood Classic

In a surprising twist, it has been revealed that the beloved Bollywood classic 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' had an earlier version released in 1980, a full 15 years before the iconic 1995 film starring Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol.

The 1980 version of 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge' was directed by Rajendra Singh 'Atish' and featured a different cast, including Beena Banerjee, Tariq Shah, and Desh Gautam. The film received censor clearance on January 30, 1980, indicating that it was indeed released, though it has since been largely forgotten.