Mast(1999)
Mast is a 1999 Indian Hindi-language musical romance film directed by Ram Gopal Varma. The film stars Aftab Shivdasani in his debut lead role alongside Urmila Matondkar. The story follows Kittu, a college student who becomes obsessed with film star Malika and travels to Mumbai to meet her. He discovers that Malika is trapped by her abusive uncle and decides to help her escape. The film explores themes of fantasy versus reality and the courage to follow one's heart. Shivdasani won the Star Screen Award for Most Promising Newcomer – Male for his performance. The film's soundtrack, composed by Sandeep Chowta, features songs sung by Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, and Asha Bhosle. Despite mixed reviews, Mast is remembered for its music and the chemistry between the lead pair. The film was released on 15 October 1999 and is available on streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1999
- Director
- Ram Gopal Varma
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Rating
- 5.3/10
Storyline
Kittu is a college student who is madly in love with film star Malika. He leaves his home and family to meet her in Mumbai. But when he finds her, she is not the happy girl from the screen. She is trapped by her cruel uncle. Kittu must find a way to save her and win her heart.
“When love becomes an obsession.”
Film Details
Parental Guide
Vibe & Tags
Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Mast
Cast reunions in this film: Urmila Matondkar & Ram Gopal Varma (14 films together), and Ram Gopal Varma & Aftab Shivdasani (4 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Mast' was changed from its original name 'Dil Ka Doctor' just before release.
- Aamir Khan was initially considered for the male lead role before Aftab Shivdasani was cast.
- The song 'Mast Magan' was filmed in a single continuous shot, a rare technique at the time.
- The film's poor box office performance led director Ram Gopal Varma to avoid fantasy genres for years.
- Urmila Matondkar's character was loosely inspired by the real-life fame of actress Madhuri Dixit.
- The movie's climax was shot at the famous Filmistan studio, known for many classic Hindi films.
- Composer Sandeep Chowta used unconventional electronic sounds to create the film's dreamy score.