Pardes Marks 28 Years: The Film That Made a Killing at the Box Office

Shah Rukh Khan’s film ‘Pardes’ is celebrating its 28th anniversary. The movie, known for its romantic drama elements, was a major success. The film’s soundtrack, with songs that remain favorites, added to its enduring appeal. Directed by Subhash Ghai, ‘Pardes’ was released on August 8, 1997. The film, made on a budget of 8 crore, earned 40.82 crore worldwide, making it a superhit. The cast included Shah Rukh Khan, Mahima Chaudhry, and Apurva Agnihotri. The plot involves an NRI businessman, played by Amrish Puri, who arranges his son’s marriage, but the daughter becomes entangled with a different man, leading to unforeseen consequences. The film is currently available on Amazon Prime Video and also on YouTube.