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New Actor Shook Anil Kapoor's Stardom on Debut, Set to Roar at Box Office!
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News18•24-09-2026, 15:09
New Actor Shook Anil Kapoor's Stardom on Debut, Set to Roar at Box Office!
- •In 1991, Ajay Devgn debuted with 'Phool Aur Kaante', challenging the stardom of established actors like Anil Kapoor.
- •Anil Kapoor reportedly warned Ajay Devgn not to release his film alongside Anil's 'Lamhe'.
- •Yash Chopra's 'Lamhe' starred Anil Kapoor and Sridevi, while 'Phool Aur Kaante' featured newcomers Ajay Devgn and Madhoo.
- •'Lamhe' flopped, but Ajay Devgn's 'Phool Aur Kaante' became a blockbuster, establishing him as a major force.
- •Ajay Devgn's highly anticipated film 'Drishyam The Conclusion' is set to release in cinemas in 24 hours.
Key Questions Answered
In November 1991, Anil Kapoor and Sridevi's film 'Lamhe' clashed at the box office with Ajay Devgn and Madhoo's debut film 'Phool And Kaante', which was released just a day apart.
Anil Kapoor reportedly warned Ajay Devgn and director Kuku Kohli not to release 'Phool And Kaante' alongside his film 'Lamhe', warning that a simultaneous release could cause financial losses.
'Phool Aur Kaante' was directed by Kuku Kohli, marking his directorial debut in Bollywood.
