22 Years of Baghban
Ravi Chopra's directorial family drama film Baghban completed 22 years. Starring Superstars Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Hema Malini, Mahima Chaudhry in the lead roles, the film was released in theatres on 3rd October 2003.
Baghban marked the first full-fledged on-screen pairing of Salman Khan and Mahima Chaudhry, and their second appearance together in a film after Tere Naam, where she had a cameo in the song “O Jaana.” The film was produced by B.R. Chopra under the banner of B.R. Films.
The film was written by Shafiq Ansari, with the story by Ram Govind, while the screenplay was crafted by Satish Bhatnagar, B. R. Chopra, and Achala Nagar, who also penned the dialogues. Aman Verma, Samir Soni, Saahil Chadha, Nasir Khan, Divya Dutta, Suman Ranganathan, Arzoo Govitrikar, Rimi Sen, Paresh Rawal, Mohan Joshi, Sharat Saxena, Avtar Gill, Asrani, and Sanjeeda Sheikh appeared in supporting roles in this film
Baghban marked the acting debut of Sanjeeda Sheikh. The film, produced on a budget of ₹10 crore, achieved commercial success by collecting ₹43 crore at the box office and emerged as the 5th highest-grossing Hindi film of 2003.
Barun Mukherjee handled the cinematography of this film, marking his 2nd collaboration with director Ravi Chopra after Aaj Ki Awaaz. The film marked director Ravi Chopra's 2nd collaboration with Amitabh Bachchan after Zameer.
The film was edited by Shailendra Doke and Godfrey Gonsalves in their maiden collaboration with director Ravi Chopra, along with Shashi Mane in his third collaboration with the director after Tumhari Kasam and The Burning Train.
Aadesh Shrivastava and Uttam Singh composed the music for this film both marking their maiden collaboration with director Ravi Chopra. The film marked director Ravi Chopra's maiden collaboration with Salman Khan and Mahima Chaudhry.
Baghban marked the 9th directorial venture of Ravi Chopra after Zameer, Tumhari Kasam, The Burning Train, Mazdoor, Aaj Ki Awaaz, Dahleez, Pratigyabadh, and Kal Ki Awaz. The film marked director Ravi Chopra's 2nd collaboration with Hema Malini after The Burning Train.
Baghban marked the first full-fledged on-screen collaboration between Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan, although Bachchan had earlier appeared in cameo roles in Salman’s films Biwi No.1 and Hello Brother.
The film received 4 nominations at the Filmfare Awards, 8 nominations at the International Indian Film Academy Awards, 2 nominations at the Producers Guild Film Awards, 2 nominations at the Stardust Awards, and 6 nominations at the Zee Cine Awards.
Baghban is often regarded as one of the best family dramas in Bollywood because it beautifully combines emotional storytelling with strong performances and universally relatable themes.
Here’s why it holds such a special place:
Timeless Theme of Parents’ Sacrifice – The film highlights the unconditional love and sacrifices parents make for their children, and how often that love goes unreciprocated. The story of Raj and Pooja Malhotra resonates deeply with every generation.
Amitabh Bachchan & Hema Malini’s Chemistry – Their portrayal of an elderly couple, bound by love and respect even in adversity, added grace and dignity to the film. Their performances were heartfelt and instantly connected with audiences.
Emotional Depth – The film makes viewers reflect on family values, relationships, and the importance of gratitude and respect toward elders. The emotional dialogues and situations tugged at heartstrings, making many tear up in theatres.
Relatable Characters – Whether it’s the selfish children, the supportive adopted son (Salman Khan), or the understanding daughter-in-law (Mahima Chaudhry), every character represented real family dynamics found in Indian households.
FAQs
Q: Who directed the family drama film Baghban
A: Ravi Chopra.
Q: Who played the lead roles in Baghban?
A: Superstars Amitabh Bachchan, Salman Khan, Hema Malini,
and Mahima Chaudhry played the lead roles.
Q: When was Baghban released in theatres?
A: The film was released on 3rd October 2003.
Q: What was special about Salman Khan and Mahima Chaudhry’s
pairing in this film?
A: Baghban marked the first full-fledged on-screen pairing
of Salman Khan and Mahima Chaudhry. It was their second appearance together
after Tere Naam, where Mahima had a cameo in the song “O Jaana.”
Q: Under which banner was the film produced?
A: The film was produced by B.R. Chopra under the banner of
B.R. Films.
Q: Who were the writers of Baghban?
A: The story was by Ram Govind, the film was written by
Shafiq Ansari, and the screenplay was crafted by Satish Bhatnagar, B. R.
Chopra, and Achala Nagar, who also penned the dialogues.
Q: Who appeared in supporting roles in the film?
A: Aman Verma, Samir Soni, Saahil Chadha, Nasir Khan, Divya
Dutta, Suman Ranganathan, Arzoo Govitrikar, Rimi Sen, Paresh Rawal, Mohan
Joshi, Sharat Saxena, Avtar Gill, Asrani, and Sanjeeda Sheikh appeared in
supporting roles.
Q: Whose acting debut was marked by this film?
A: The film marked the acting debut of Sanjeeda Sheikh.
Q: What was the budget and box office collection of the
film?
A: Produced on a budget of ₹10 crore, Baghban collected ₹43
crore at the box office, emerging as the 5th highest-grossing Hindi film of
2003.
Q: Who handled the cinematography of Baghban?
A: Barun Mukherjee handled the cinematography, marking his
2nd collaboration with Ravi Chopra after Aaj Ki Awaaz.
Q: Which film marked Ravi Chopra’s earlier collaboration
with Amitabh Bachchan before Baghban?
A: Their earlier collaboration was Zameer.
Q: Who were the editors of the film?
A: The film was edited by Shailendra Doke and Godfrey
Gonsalves in their maiden collaboration with Ravi Chopra, along with Shashi
Mane in his third collaboration with the director after Tumhari Kasam and The
Burning Train.
Q: Who composed the music for Baghban?
A: Aadesh Shrivastava and Uttam Singh composed the music,
both marking their maiden collaboration with Ravi Chopra.
Q: Was this the first time Ravi Chopra worked with Salman
Khan and Mahima Chaudhry?
A: Yes, Baghban marked Ravi Chopra’s maiden collaboration
with both Salman Khan and Mahima Chaudhry.
Q: How many films had Ravi Chopra directed before Baghban?
A: Baghban was his 9th directorial venture after Zameer, Tumhari
Kasam, The Burning Train, Mazdoor, Aaj Ki Awaaz, Dahleez, Pratigyabadh, and Kal
Ki Awaz.
Q: Was this film Ravi Chopra’s first collaboration with Hema
Malini?
A: No, it was their 2nd collaboration after The Burning
Train.
Q: What was significant about Amitabh Bachchan and Salman
Khan’s collaboration in this film?
A: Baghban marked the first full-fledged on-screen
collaboration between Amitabh Bachchan and Salman Khan. Bachchan had earlier
appeared in cameo roles in Salman’s films Biwi No.1 and Hello Brother.
Q: How was the film recognized at award functions?
A: Baghban received 4 nominations at the Filmfare Awards, 8
at the International Indian Film Academy Awards, 2 at the Producers Guild Film
Awards, 2 at the Stardust Awards, and 6 at the Zee Cine Awards.
References:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Baghban_(2003_film)
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