“Chupke Chupke” is a classic Bollywood film released in 1975, directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee and starring Dharmendra, Sharmila Tagore, Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Om Prakash, and Asrani.
Here are some lesser-known facts about the film.
- The film was actually a remake of the Bengali film “Chhadmabeshi,” which was also directed by Hrishikesh Mukherjee.
- Initially, the film was supposed to star Rajesh Khanna in the lead role, but due to scheduling conflicts, the role went to Dharmendra.
- Jaya Bachchan’s character in the film, Vasudha, was originally meant to be played by Rakhee Gulzar. However, Rakhee had to drop out due to a clash of dates with another film she was shooting for.
- The scene where Dharmendra’s character pretends to be a driver and speaks in a thick Bengali accent was actually improvised by the actor.
- The song “Ab ke Sajan Sawan Mein” was actually recorded in two different versions – one by Lata Mangeshkar and another by her younger sister, Asha Bhosle. Hrishikesh Mukherjee decided to use both versions in the film.
- The film was a huge success at the box office and is considered one of the best comedies ever made in Hindi cinema.
- In 2017, a television series of the same name, “Chupke Chupke,” was launched, which was inspired by the film.
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