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New Actor, a 'Threat' to Anil Kapoor on Debut; Now Set to Dominate Box Office Again!
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News18•25-09-2026, 07:31
New Actor, a 'Threat' to Anil Kapoor on Debut; Now Set to Dominate Box Office Again!
- •In 1991, Ajay Devgn's debut with 'Phool Aur Kaante' challenged Anil Kapoor's stardom.
- •Anil Kapoor reportedly warned Ajay Devgn not to release his films alongside his own.
- •Anil Kapoor and Sridevi's 'Lamhe' flopped, while Ajay Devgn's 'Phool Aur Kaante' became a blockbuster.
- •Yash Chopra's 'Lamhe' failed despite a large budget, while Kuku Kohli's directorial debut succeeded.
- •Ajay Devgn's much-anticipated film 'Drishyam The Conclusion' is set to release soon.
Key Questions Answered
In November 1991, Yash Chopra's large-budget film 'Lamhe', starring Anil Kapoor and Sridevi, clashed at the box office with the directorial debut 'Phool Aur Kaante', starring newcomers Ajay Devgn and Madhoo.
Anil Kapoor reportedly warned Ajay Devgn and director Kuku Kohli that releasing their debut film alongside his high-profile project 'Lamhe' could lead to financial losses because 'Lamhe' featured established superstars under the major Yash Raj banner.
Contrary to expectations, 'Lamhe' flopped at the box office, while the newcomer-led 'Phool Aur Kaante' became a massive blockbuster, successfully launching Ajay Devgn and Madhoo into stardom.
