Celebrating 27 Years of Ghatak (08/11/1996)

Celebrating 27 Years of Ghatak (08/11/1996)

Today marks 27 years since ‘Ghatak’ hit the theatres. This action movie, directed by Rajkumar Santoshi, became a favourite for its straightforward storytelling and intense scenes.

Sunny Deol, Meenakshi Seshadri, Amrish Puri, and Danny Denzongpa led the cast.

Ishwar R. Bidri handled the cinematography, capturing the action scenes well, while V. N. Mayekar’s editing kept the pace fast and engaging.

The music of ‘Ghatak’ was one of its highlights, with R. D. Burman composing most of the tracks. Anu Malik contributed a hit song that’s still known today. Vanraj Bhatia’s background score added to the tension and drama of the film.

The lyrics by Majrooh Sultanpuri and Rahat Indori gave depth to the music, making the songs not just tunes but stories.

It’s a film that’s stayed popular over the years, proving its lasting impact.