Jeet: Sunny Deol’s Supporting Role Outshines Salman Khan

The close friendship between Salman Khan and Sunny Deol is well-known, with a deep connection between Khan and the Deol family. Dharmendra, a respected figure in the industry, shares a familial bond with Khan. In the movie ‘Jeet,’ released 29 years ago, Sunny Deol’s performance in a supporting role stole the spotlight from the main lead, Salman Khan. The film, an action drama, featured Khan, Deol, Karisma Kapoor, and Tabu in leading roles and achieved blockbuster status, earning six times its initial investment. The movie continues to be appreciated for its compelling narrative and memorable music. With a production budget of around 56 million, which was considerable for that era, ‘Jeet’ grossed 305 million at the box office. While Khan was the primary hero, Deol’s character had gray shades, causing him to outshine Khan, despite the difference in their roles. The audience eagerly awaited his scenes, and his action sequences added to the film’s appeal. This situation was similar to when Shah Rukh Khan overshadowed Sunny Deol in the movie ‘Darr.’