This superhit film once surpassed Sholay in terms of earnings. The plot was so intriguing that the film earned a whopping Rs 16 crore on a budget of Rs 3 crore.
Whenever we talk about blockbuster films in Indian cinema, one such film is Sholay, which you can never skip. But very few people know that 44 years ago, a film was released which gave tough competition to Amitabh Bachchan and Dharmendra’s film, in terms of earnings. Today, we will tell you about a film released in 1981 that broke all the box office records. Scroll down to find more details.
Which film broke the record earnings of Sholay?
The film, which we are referring to, is none other than Kranti. The film was directed by Manoj Kumar, it starred veteran actors like Dilip Kumar, Shashi Kapoor, Manoj Kumar, Hema Malini, and Parveen Babi. This film’s plot was based on the freedom struggle against British rule. The story of the film, patriotic dialogues, and powerful music won the hearts of the audience.
What was the budget of Kranti?
According to media reports, Kranti was made for Rs 3 crore, which was a huge amount during that time. Interestingly, the film earned about Rs 16 crore at the box office, which was a big deal for its time. This film broke the earnings record of ‘Sholay’, and there was a massive craze across the country. The film not only achieved financial success, but also made its place in the hearts of the audience.
Dilip Kumar got huge success
There was a lot of excitement among the people, especially about Dilip Kumar’s return, as this was his return to a mega-budget film after a long time. Even today, when classic films are discussed, ‘Kranti’ is definitely remembered. This film is an example of how the confluence of content, star power, and patriotism can do wonders at the box office.
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