Hameshaa(1997)
Hameshaa is a 1997 Indian Hindi-language romantic drama film directed by Sanjay Gupta. The film stars Aditya Pancholi, Saif Ali Khan in a dual role, and Kajol in a dual role, with supporting performances from Aruna Irani and Kader Khan. The story follows two close friends, Raja and Yash, whose bond is shattered when they both fall for the same woman, Rani. Yash's jealousy leads to murder, but the lovers are reborn as Raju and Reshma, destined to reunite and confront their past. The film is notable for its reincarnation theme, which was rare in Bollywood at the time, and features a popular soundtrack by Anu Malik. It was released on 12 September 1997 and is available on various streaming platforms.
Quick Facts
- Streaming on
- Prime Video, YouTube
- Theatrical Release
- 1 January 1997
- Director
- Sanjay Gupta
- Language
- Hindi
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Rating
- 5.2/10
Storyline
Raja and Yash are best friends until Rani comes between them. Yash kills Raja out of jealousy, and Rani jumps to her death. Years later, they are reborn as Raju and Reshma. They find each other again, but Yash is still alive and wants to destroy their love again. Raju must remember his past to save their future.
“Love never dies. It comes back forever.”
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Cast & Crew
Reunion Meter
Frequent partnerships reunited for Hameshaa
Cast reunions in this film: Aruna Irani & Kader Khan (32 films together), Kader Khan & Satyendra Kapoor (21 films together), Aruna Irani & Satyendra Kapoor (14 films together), Kader Khan & Tej Sapru (10 films together), Aditya Pancholi & Aruna Irani (6 films together), and Ishrat Ali & Aruna Irani (5 films together).
Trivia
- The film was originally titled 'Hameshaa...' with three 'a's, but promotional materials often dropped the extra letters.
- It was one of the earliest Bollywood films to be shot extensively in South Africa, capturing scenic landscapes.
- Actor Saif Ali Khan, who played Raja, performed many of his own driving stunts in the car race sequences.
- The movie's soundtrack, composed by Anu Malik, included a popular song 'Hameshaa Der Kar Deta Hoon' sung by Kumar Sanu.
- Director Sanjay Gupta has cited the 1994 Hollywood film 'The Crow' as a visual inspiration for its moody atmosphere.
- Despite starring popular actors, the film was a major box office failure upon its release in 1997.
- The climax scene involving a car and a train was considered technically ambitious for its time in Hindi cinema.