Filmmaker Vinay Sapru, who co-directed Sanam Teri Kasam alongside Radhika Rao, recently shared that if the film had been made in the 1990s, Salman Khan would have undoubtedly played the lead role.
In an interview, Sapru referred to Salman as the “ultimate romantic hero of that era”, emphasizing the star’s unmatched presence in love stories of the time.
Reflecting on a hypothetical 90s casting for the film, Sapru was certain that Salman would have been the perfect choice. “100% have been Salman!” he affirmed, elaborating on what made the superstar stand out. “The innocence in his eyes, the way he looks at and holds the girl, the purity of thought and emotion—he was the perfect romantic hero of that era, and he would be our perfect Inder. When Salman sir is in a film, he makes his co-star look special because he is so special. Anyone we could have cast opposite him would be special and, of course, it would be a newcomer. His presence alone elevates his leading ladies. He was the ultimate romantic hero of the 90s!”
The director also expressed admiration for Salman Khan enduring stardom and influence in the industry. “Who wouldn’t want to work with Salman sir? Like Radhika mam says, he is an institution in himself. He has been a superstar for over 30 years, and his longevity is unmatched. We are just waiting for the right script and the right time. Whenever our mentor decides, we would be honoured to work with him again.”
Meanwhile, Sanam Teri Kasam, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Mawra Hocane, has been receiving renewed appreciation following its re-release earlier this month. The romantic tragedy, which originally hit the screens on February 5, 2016, tells the story of Inder Parihar, a brooding ex-convict with a troubled past, and Saraswati “Saru” Parthasarthy, a conservative, bookish girl who is shunned by her family. The film’s emotional depth and heartfelt storytelling struck a chord with audiences upon release, and its recent resurgence has only reaffirmed its status as a cult romantic drama.
According to reports, Sanam Teri Kasam has now surpassed Tumbbad’s record to become the highest-grossing film in a re-release, proving that its timeless appeal continues to captivate audiences even years later.
