Ahista Ahista(1981)
Ahista Ahista is a 1981 Hindi-language drama film directed by Esmayeel Shroff. It stars Shammi Kapoor, Nanda, Kunal Kapoor, and Padmini Kolhapure. The story follows Chandra, a girl born in a courtesan household, who falls in love with her neighbor Kunal. Their love is opposed by both families due to societal norms. The film is a remake of the Kannada film Gejje Pooje. It was released on 9 October 1981. The music by Khayyam became a chartbuster. Padmini Kolhapure won the Filmfare Special Performance Award for her role. The film is known for its emotional story and strong performances.
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- Theatrical Release
- 1 October 1981
- Language
- Hindi
- Rating
- 6.8/10
Storyline
Chandra is born in a courtesan household. She falls in love with her neighbor Kunal. But their families forbid the marriage. Chandra's mother Sangeeta wants a better life for her daughter. Kunal fights for their love. Society and tradition stand in their way. Can love overcome everything?
“Love that blooms slowly.”
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Frequent partnerships reunited for Ahista Ahista
Cast reunions in this film: Aruna Irani & Kader Khan (32 films together), Padmini Kolhapure & Kader Khan (8 films together), Shammi Kapoor & Kader Khan (6 films together), Padmini Kolhapure & Aruna Irani (4 films together), Padmini Kolhapure & Shammi Kapoor (3 films together), and Aruna Irani & Shashikala (3 films together).
Trivia
- The film's title 'Ahista Ahista' translates to 'Slowly Slowly', reflecting the gradual love story.
- It was one of the few films where actress Shabana Azmi played a character from a courtesan background.
- The movie was directed by Esmayeel Shroff, known for blending social issues with mainstream romance.
- Music director Khayyam composed the soundtrack, with lyrics by Naqsh Lyallpuri and Hasan Kamal.
- The film explores the taboo of inter-community marriage in 1980s Indian society.
- Actor Farooq Sheikh and Shabana Azmi were paired together after their earlier successful collaboration.
- It did not perform well commercially, overshadowed by bigger hits of that year like 'Kudrat' and 'Naseeb'.