The Bizarre Tale of Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja
In the golden age of Bollywood, one film defied norms—Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja (1993). Directed by Satish Kaushik and produced by Boney Kapoor, this Sridevi-Anil Kapoor starrer became infamous for its decade-long delays, unfinished climax, and box-office disaster. Here’s the untold story.
Unconventional Casting: Sridevi & Anil Kapoor’s Age Gap
Sridevi, four years older than Anil Kapoor, broke Bollywood’s tradition of older male leads. Their chemistry, earlier seen in Mr. India (1987) and Lamhe (1991), couldn’t save this doomed project.
Why Was the Film Delayed for 10 Years?
Planned in the 1980s, the film faced endless hurdles:
– Budget Bloat: ₹10 crore (a fortune then) drained resources.
– Financial Crunch: Boney Kapoor’s money woes halted production.
– Creative Chaos: Script rewrites and legal disputes stalled progress.
By 1993, its outdated style flopped with evolved audiences.
The Shocking Unfinished Climax
Due to budget cuts, the climax was never filmed—a Bollywood first! A rushed voice-over replaced the ending, leaving viewers confused. Critics slammed the incoherence, burying its grand sets and Bappi Lahiri’s hit songs.
Legacy: A Flop with a Cult Following
Though a commercial failure, Sridevi’s glamour (especially in “Pari Hoon Main”) and Anil’s energy became its sole highlights. Today, it’s a cautionary tale of unchecked ambition in 90s Bollywood.
Final Verdict: A Disaster with a Gripping Backstory
Roop Ki Rani Choron Ka Raja remains a case study in mismanagement. Could it have succeeded with a proper climax? We’ll never know—but its chaos is unforgettable.
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