Nearly a decade after its initial release, Sanam Teri Kasam (2016) has made a historic return to cinemas, shattering expectations and emerging as the highest-earning re-released film over the weekend. The film’s directors, Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao, have expressed immense pride over the film’s newfound success, calling it a long-overdue recognition of their work.
Speaking about the film’s re-release, the director duo told IANS,
“We are absolutely thrilled to see one of our cherished films, Sanam Teri Kasam, make a historic return to the box office. Its overwhelming response, surpassing records, and emerging as the highest-earning re-released film in its opening weekend stand as a testament to its emotional story and the lasting connection it has built with its audience over time.”
They further added,
“This journey has been nothing short of remarkable, and we are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported the film. I truly believe the film has finally received the recognition it deserves.”
Box office triumph
According to reports, Sanam Teri Kasam, which was re-released on 7 February, had a phenomenal opening weekend:
Surprisingly, the film’s re-release earnings are over 170% higher than its original lifetime earnings, proving its growing popularity among audiences.
Harshvardhan Rane recalls his fight for the role
Celebrating the film’s resurgence, lead actor Harshvardhan Rane shared an emotional anecdote about his casting process, revealing how he almost didn’t get the role.
“I have begged and pleaded to get this film. Of course, I was extremely convinced about the role. I reached the audition four months late, and the casting was already done. They asked me to leave the office and not waste my time,” Rane recalled.
He continued,
“I said, ‘Please, just watch my audition. I am ready to do it here’. They told me, ‘You are wasting your time because the guy who has been selected is sitting in the next office, reading the script’. I said, ‘Sir, I am not asking you to change anything. My request is just to let me do an audition and throw it away’. After a lot of requests, they finally agreed, and the assistant director, Ravi Ji, took my audition.”
About Sanam Teri Kasam
Written and directed by Vinay Sapru and Radhika Rao, the romantic drama stars Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane in lead roles. The film, produced by Deepak Mukut, is also widely loved for its soulful soundtrack composed by Himesh Reshammiya.
With its stunning box office revival, Sanam Teri Kasam has proved that true love stories never fade – they only get stronger with time!