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GH News June 17, 2025 12:06 AM

In the golden era of Bollywood many films came and went. While a few were great entertainers some rare films stood out that resonate with the audience even today. One such cult classic is a blockbuster that came out 34 years ago but its strong storyline and impeccable performance of actors still strikes a chord.
The film that we are talking about is none other than Saudagar. Released in the year 1991 the films plot revolves around friendship and animosity. The film features a power-packed cast with Vivek Mushran and Manisha Koirala in the lead and Amrish Puri Anupam Kher Mukesh Khanna Dalip Tahil Gulshan Grover Dina Pathak and Jackie Shroff in supporting roles.
This Subash Ghai film was inspired by a Punjabi film called Haq Mehar and it broke records by becoming one of the highest-grossing films of the year 1991. The plot of the film revolves around an old disabled man named Mandhari who shares the story of two friends with some kids. One of the two friends happens to be the son of a rich landlord and the other is the son of a poor farmer. Both of them became good friends. Both of them used to call each other Raju and Veeru. When both of them grow up the film takes a turn that will keep the audience hooked and entertained throughout.
Becoming one of the highest-grossing films of 1991 this film collected Rs. Rs 15.75 crores and its songs became a superhit.
Even after 34 years since its release Saudagar resonates with the audience even today and is a cult classic. So if you are in the mood for nostalgia that can entertain you as well as give a message you must add this in your must watch list.