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Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya(2002)

3.8/10
Hindi168 minstheatrical

'Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya' is a 2002 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by Dharmesh Darshan and produced by Suneel Darshan. The film stars Abhishek Bachchan, Karisma Kapoor, and Akshay Kumar in lead roles. The story follows a married couple, Shiv and Pooja, whose relationship is tested when a charming friend named Raj enters their lives. Shiv's possessiveness and Pooja's desire for freedom create a rift that leads to her leaving him. The film explores themes of trust, temptation, and forgiveness within a marriage. It was noted for its melodramatic tone and the performances of its lead cast. The movie was released in 2002 and received mixed reviews from critics but found an audience on television over time.

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emotionalupliftingfunny
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Quick Facts

Streaming on
Prime Video, Zee5
Theatrical Release
1 January 2002
Director
Dharmesh Darshan
Language
Hindi
Runtime
2h 48m
Rating
3.8/10

Storyline

Shiv and Pooja are a happily married couple. But Shiv's jealousy over Pooja's friendship with the charming Raj causes constant fights. When Pooja leaves Shiv for Raj, she must decide where her true love lies. Will she return to her husband or stay with her new admirer?

Love can forgive anything

Film Details

3.8Rating
168Minutes
HindiLanguage
Release Date1 January 2002
Release Typetheatrical
Original TitleHaan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya
Also Known AsHaan Maine Bhi Pyar Kiya

Parental Guide

Violence
Mild
Language
Low
Sex / Nudity
Mild
Drugs
Mild
Intensity
Mild

Where to Watch

Vibe & Tags

Mood
emotionalupliftingfunny
Themes
lovefamilyidentityfriendship
Toneserious
Pacingslow-burn
Complexitylight
Audiencemultiplex
Best Withwith-partner
Violence1
Emotion4
Humor3
Rewatchability3

Cast & Crew

Reunion Meter

Frequent partnerships reunited for Haan Maine Bhi Pyaar Kiya

Cast reunions in this film: Shakti Kapoor & Karisma Kapoor (18 films together), Shakti Kapoor & Himani Shivpuri (12 films together), Akshay Kumar & Karisma Kapoor (9 films together), Shakti Kapoor & Akshay Kumar (8 films together), Akshay Kumar & Abhishek Bachchan (4 films together), and Abhishek Bachchan & Himani Shivpuri (4 films together).

Trivia

  • The film's title is a nod to the 1989 blockbuster 'Maine Pyar Kiya', but with a twist meaning 'Yes, I also loved.'
  • This was the first and only time Abhishek Bachchan and Karisma Kapoor were paired as a lead romantic couple.
  • Akshay Kumar's character Raj was originally written to be more of a villain, but was softened during production.
  • The song 'Jaane Kya Baat Hai' was filmed in Mauritius, a popular location for Bollywood shoots in the early 2000s.
  • Director Dharmesh Darshan had previously directed a big hit with 'Raja Hindustani', but this film did not perform as well.
  • The movie's soundtrack, composed by Nadeem-Shravan, was released before the film and gained moderate popularity.
  • A subplot involving a comic character played by Johnny Lever was largely cut from the final theatrical version.

Frequently Asked Questions