Flashback to 1991: Bollywood delivered a powerhouse of stardom with ‘Farishhte,’ and now, 35 years later, director Anil Sharma is stirring the pot of nostalgia. In a poignant X post on Sunday, Sharma shared vintage posters and reflected on the film’s timeless legacy.
‘Farishhte turns 35… Courage, brotherhood, destiny—a legend reborn when titans like Dharmendra, Vinod Khanna, Sridevi, and Sadashiv Amrapurkar shared the frame,’ he captioned. ‘Cinema transcended reality. Stars may fade, but their greatness shines eternal. Dharm ji, Vinod ji, Sridevi ji, Sadashiv ji—alive in our souls forever.’
Helmed by Anil Verma, the film hit theaters on February 22, 1991, weaving a tale of two petty criminals, Veeru (Dharmendra) and Dheeru (Vinod Khanna), battling a despotic ruler for justice. Rajinikanth’s charisma, Jaya Prada’s grace, and stellar supporting roles elevated it to blockbuster status.
Bappi Lahiri’s soundtrack was the heartbeat—memorable melodies like ‘Bhai-Behen Ka Pyaar’ and ‘Jhenda Ooncha Rahe Hamara’ dominated airwaves, sung by a dream team of vocalists: Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and more.
At over three hours, this Satti Shourie-Mona Shourie Kapoor production marked the final team-up of its leading men, blending revenge, action, and family bonds into pure entertainment gold. Sharma’s tribute underscores why ‘Farishhte’ remains a fan favorite, a testament to 90s Bollywood’s unbridled energy.