For decades, Indian cinema has been both celebrated and criticized for its portrayal of women and masculinity – as seen in films like “Damini” and “Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat”.

Rekha Sooraj Pancholi Chris Hemsworth Rani Mukerji's 'Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat' producer Salim Akhtar passes away TOI Entertainment Desk / etimes.in / Updated: Apr 11, 2025, 01:13 IST AA ...

He was 82. Akhtar produced Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat in 1997, marking Rani Mukerji’s entry into Hindi cinema. Years later, in 2005, he also launched Tamannaah Bhatia with Chand Sa Roshan Chehra.

He introduced Rani in Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1997) and Tamannaah in Chand Sa Roshan Chehra (2005). Both went on to become popular and successful stars in Bollywood and beyond.

He produced Rani’s first movie, Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat. Later, in 2005, he launched Tamannaah in Chand Sa Roshan Chehra.

Megastar Chiranjeevi has recently talked about whether he want to collaborated with SS Rajamouli for a pan-India project. The actor also reflected on his tight schedule.

Veteran producer Salim Akhtar, who launched Rani Mukerji in Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, passes away Renowned film producer Salim Akhtar, who had launched actors Rani Mukerji and Tamannaah Bhatia in ...

He also launched actress Rani Mukerji in Bollywood through the film Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat in 1997. Among his notable productions are Sarhadon Ki Baraat (1980), Loha (1987), Patwara (1989), Baazi ...

It has to be noted that he was the producer of Rani Mukerji’s first film, Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1997). He is survived by his wife, Shama Akhtar and son, Samad Akhtar.

Rani Mukerji marked her debut in films with Biyer Phool (1996) and Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat in the same year. On the work front, the actress is currently gearing up for Mardaani 3 which is scheduled ...

Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat (1997) Rani’s debut film, Raja Ki Aayegi Baraat, remains one of the most underrated films of her career. A hard-hitting drama about a rape victim who battles societal ...