Flashback to 1999: Bollywood’s action renaissance peaked with Kachche Dhaage, a Milan Luthria directorial featuring Ajay Devgn and Saif Ali Khan in a gripping tale of brotherhood and revenge. Grossing over 200 crores, its high-octane stunts and rustic locales captivated audiences, turning theaters into cheering arenas.
Behind the glory lay untold risks. The production chose Rajasthan’s ghostly Kuldhara village—abandoned since the 19th century—for authenticity. Director Luthria and Ajay, longtime pals, battled scheduling hurdles. After months of persuasion, shooting kicked off, but not without drama.
Ajay’s no-compromise approach shone in the train detachment scene. Handcuffed to the speeding locomotive, he executed the stunt personally, inches from catastrophe. Crew members recall the collective gasp as metal screeched and sparks flew. Saif’s mischievous train-top dances amid the tension provided comic relief, though they disrupted takes repeatedly.
From Kuldhara’s whispering winds to Mumbai’s studios, the film’s creation was a high-wire act. Its enduring appeal lies in that unfiltered daring, proving why 90s masala movies remain timeless crowd-pleasers even after 27 years.