Aamir Khan Reflects on Debut Film 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' 35 Years Later

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan recently took a nostalgic look back at his debut film, 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' (QSQT), which released 35 years ago in 1988. The romantic drama, directed by Mansoor Khan, was a modern take on the classic love story of Romeo and Juliet and became a massive hit upon its release.

At a recent event in Mumbai to launch a recreated version of the iconic song 'Papa Kehte Hain' from QSQT for the upcoming film 'Srikanth', Aamir admitted that he and Mansoor used to point out the flaws in the film when they first watched it. "The entire cast and crew, including Mansoor and cinematographer Kiran Deohans, were all new to the industry when we made the film," Aamir revealed. "We would often spot flaws in the film while watching it, but were surprised by the immense love it received upon release."

Despite their initial doubts, QSQT went on to become a milestone in Indian cinema, according to Aamir. "I believe 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' was a milestone in Indian cinema, as it brought about a shift in the sensibility of Indian films," he said. The film's popular songs, such as 'Papa Kehte Hain', also marked the beginning of Aamir's career and hold a special place in his heart.

Udit Narayan, who sang the original version of 'Papa Kehte Hain', also shared his memories of recording the song at the event. He revealed that he was initially nervous about performing in front of Aamir, who was a newcomer at the time.

Why this matters: The success of 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' not only launched the careers of Aamir Khan and several other talents in the industry but also marked a significant shift in the sensibility of Indian cinema. The film's enduring popularity and the iconic status of its songs continue to resonate with audiences even after 35 years.

QSQT went on to win several awards, including the Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment at the 36th National Film Awards and eight awards at the 34th Filmfare Awards. Aamir fondly reminisced about the production of the film, which also featured Juhi Chawla in the lead role, and praised the support they received from the film's producer, Nasir Hussain. "The enthusiasm of the entire team, who were all starting their careers, was palpable," Aamir recalled.

Key Takeaways

• Aamir Khan reminisced about his debut film 'Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak' (QSQT) released 35 years ago.
• QSQT was a modern take on Romeo and Juliet, becoming a massive hit upon release.
• Aamir and the team initially spotted flaws in the film but were surprised by its immense success.
• QSQT marked a significant shift in the sensibility of Indian cinema, winning several awards.
• The film's popular songs, like 'Papa Kehte Hain', launched Aamir's career and hold a special place.