14 November 2023, Mumbai: The 1993 romantic thriller featuring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Shilpa Shetty stands as an iconic milestone in their careers. Directed by Abbas-Mustan, the film recently reached its 30th anniversary. Shilpa Shetty, who made her Bollywood debut with this special project, expressed her joy on social media in celebration of this significant occasion.
Shilpa Shetty Reflects On Three Decades Of ‘Baazigar’ and Its Enduring Impact On Her Career
On November 12, 2023, Shilpa Shetty commemorated the 30th anniversary of her debut film Baazigar by posting a video on Instagram, expressing her joy on this significant occasion, “Baazigar and I completed 30 YEARS on 12th November! Thank you…@jainrtn ji and #Venus for being my guiding light. So blessed to have you in my life.”
She proceeded to commend her co-star, Shah Rukh Khan. “@iamsrk… for being a true Baazigar and my one and only acting school Was your co-actor but your fan then, now, and forever,” she wrote.
She extended her gratitude to the director duo Abbas-Mustan and expressed appreciation for her co-star Kajol. Shilpa concluded the post with heartfelt words, “If I knew that getting thrown of a building would give me 30 years of longevity, I would happily get pushed again After all, “Haar ke jeetne wale ko BAAZIGAR kehte hain!”
Kajol Penned a Post Commemorating The 30th Anniversary of Baazigar
November 12th saw Kajol sharing a collection of stills and behind-the-scenes pictures from Baazigar, marking its 30th anniversary. She accompanied the images with a written note, “This set was a whole lot of firsts .. The first time I worked with Saroj Ji, the first time I met @iamsrk . The first time I met @anumalikmusic … and me all of 17 when I started the film .. Abbas bhai and Mustan bhai actually treated me with all the indulgence of a favourite child. And how can I forget @therealxt , @iam_johnylever , @theshilpashetty ..So many good memories and unstoppable laughter .. To this day, every song and dialogue brings a huge smile to my face.”
Directed by Abbas-Mustan and inspired by “A Kiss Before Dying,” Baazigar achieved significant acclaim and commercial triumph upon its release.
By Vaishnavi Rastogi