Rakesh Roshan’s iconic film Karan Arjun has made a triumphant return to cinema halls, with fans flocking to relive the nostalgia. Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan, the movie was re-released this Friday and has already set records, becoming the second-highest opener among re-releases with a collection of ₹30 lakh on its first day.
To mark the special occasion, Hrithik Roshan, who worked as an Assistant Director (AD) on the film, shared some heartfelt memories from the sets on his Instagram. The actor posted a series of throwback photos from the making of the 1995 blockbuster and reflected on his “Karan Arjun experience.”
Hrithik recounted how working on the film was both challenging and unforgettable. One anecdote he shared involved screening the film’s print before its original release at Mumbai’s legendary Minerva theatre.
“The Karan Arjun experience. I look like a young Kabir with Karan and Arjun. As an assistant, I remember Minerva being the main theatre on release day. Me and dad’s other assistant Anurag (2nd pic in the white sweatshirt), screened the print before the release and we were all incredibly disappointed. The print looked dark and dull. We got the entire screen washed, and as the dirt and grime dissolved into the large washcloth, we heard the manager say, ‘Aaj 15 saalo ke baad yeh screen dhuli hai’,” read his post.
Hrithik also remembered the challenges during the shoot of the song Bhangda Paale. He narrated how Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan decided to leave the set late one night.
“They decided to drive to Delhi, promising to return by morning. I was flabbergasted and jumped (literally) on the car’s bonnet to stop them. Call time was 6 a.m., and I couldn’t let my dad lose the day. Thankfully, he didn’t,” he shared.
The re-release of Karan Arjun has not only rekindled fond memories but also provided fans with a chance to witness the cinematic brilliance of the 1990s on the big screen once again.
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The movie, which has earned cult status over the years, made a grand return to single screens and multiplexes across India, accompanied by an international re-release.
Released in 1995, Karan Arjun is a quintessential Bollywood classic that explores themes of reincarnation and revenge. The film stars Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan as two brothers, Karan and Arjun, delivering a mix of iconic dialogues, high-octane action, and heartfelt drama.
Rakhee’s legendary line, “Mere Karan Arjun aayenge,” remains etched in Bollywood history as one of its most iconic moments. Nearly three decades later, the film continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans, making its re-release a much-awaited event.
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