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Jannat's 18 Years: Emraan's Kolkata Mall Chaos Revealed
17 May
Summary
- Emraan Hashmi recalled a near-stampede during a Kolkata mall promotion.
- The 2008 romantic thriller 'Jannat' marked a career turning point.
- Iconic songs like 'Zara Sa' remain popular from the film's soundtrack.
The romantic thriller 'Jannat', starring Emraan Hashmi and Sonal Chauhan, has reached its 18th anniversary, evoking fresh memories for fans of the 2008 cult classic. Directed by Kunal Deshmukh, the film achieved significant box office success and bolstered Hashmi's popularity with young audiences.
Emraan Hashmi recently shared a remarkable incident from a promotional event in Kolkata on May 16, 2008, during the inaugural IPL season. The planned fan interaction at a shopping mall turned chaotic due to an immense crowd, described by Hashmi as a near-stampede situation.
To ensure safety, organizers had to move Hashmi to a secure area within the mall, even relocating him to a bathroom to manage the overwhelming fan response. Police intervention was necessary to control the crowd. Hashmi expressed his astonishment at the intense fan reaction.
'Jannat' is credited by Hashmi as a significant turning point in his career. The film's narrative focused on Arjun Dixit's life changes due to his obsession with success and cricket betting, blending romance, ambition, and emotional conflict.
The film's soundtrack, composed by Pritam, including chartbusters like 'Zara Sa' and 'Haan Tu Hai', remains iconic and fondly remembered. Emraan Hashmi is also set to star in 'Awarapan 2', an anticipated release scheduled for August 14, 2026, promising a return to intense romance and storytelling.
