Mumbai, November 19 (IANS) | Thirty years ago, a thin man said “If you have a manor, I have a liver.” This dialogue and stunts of ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ made him a superstar overnight.On November 22, Devgn will complete 30 years in cinema. He has so far performed well in films like ‘Zakhm’, ‘Ishq’, ‘Diljale’, ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’, ‘The Legend of Bhagat Singh’, ‘Yuva’, ‘Omkara’, ‘Singham’.
The actor’s debut film ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ will be aired on November 22 to celebrate his 30 years in showbiz. The film not only introduced Devgn to the industry, but his entry on two bikes became an instant sensation. The film had all the elements that a mainstream film demands such as innocent college romance, superhit songs, action, Bollywood rivalry.
Reminiscing about his debut in the film, the actor said that celebrating 30 years of ‘Phool Aur Kaante’ is special. This film marked my debut in the Indian film industry. I never imagined that a stunt scene would become such a defining moment in my career. I still remember the thrill I felt when I stood on those moving bikes.It was also special because Bollywood’s action master, the actor’s father Veeru Devgan had directed that shot and he did not use stunt doubles.
Talking about his journey, Devgn said that since then, Hindi cinema has expanded its horizons and I am fortunate to be a part of this ever-evolving industry.The film will air on Zee Bollywood on Monday, November 22 at 5.45 pm.