Monday marked a milestone as Yash Chopra’s 1984 blockbuster ‘Mashal’ turned 42, reigniting passion for its stellar cast and profound storytelling. Leading man Anil Kapoor commemorated the occasion on Instagram with the film’s poster and the note: ‘Celebrating 42 years of Mashal.’
Inspired by the Marathi play ‘Ashrunchi Zhali Phule,’ Javed Akhtar’s solo script post-Salim-Javed era dissected crime, ethics, and redemption in urban India. Anil Kapoor embodied Raja, a tenacious youth from the slums who becomes a journalist battling systemic rot. Dilip Kumar’s commanding Vinod Kumar represented unwavering journalistic honor amid chaos.
Amrish Puri’s antagonistic flair, coupled with Rati Agnihotri and Waheeda Rehman’s grace, made ‘Mashal’ an unforgettable saga of family ties and societal critique. The film’s enduring legacy propelled Anil Kapoor to superstardom.
Looking ahead, Kapoor dives into Netflix’s ambitious ‘Family Business,’ directed by Hansal Mehta. This corporate thriller pits him against Vijay Varma in a web of power and legacy conflicts. Joined by a powerhouse ensemble—Riya, Aakash Khurana, Neha Dhupia, Anant Nag, Kanwaljit Singh, Dhruv Sehgal, Nandish Sandhu, Tina Desai, and Raima Sen—the series signals another high point in his career.