Andaz Apna Apna is an evergreen classic that continues to bring joy and laughter to our lives. Let's look back at what made this film so iconic!
Andaz Apna Apna is not just a movie, it's a warm hug of nostalgia, goofiness, and unadulterated silliness that defined the childhood of almost every 90s kid. It is a shared memory that takes us back to simpler times when our concerns were limited but the time we indulged in little things that brought us joy was unlimited! Remember watching Andaz Apna Apna for the first time and getting immersed into the chaotic charm of Amar-Prem, the self-proclaimed geniuses who thought the world was at their feet but got humbled brutally each time they tried to get the better of it? Or the irksome discipline and self-righteousness of Ram Gopal Bajaj, the innocence of Raveena-Karisma, and the buffoonery of Robert and Bhalla that kept us hooked to our screens right till the end? And who can forget Teja's grand ambitions and the antics of Crime Master Gogo that added to the madness of the film!
Andaz Apna Apna rarely had a dull moment as a film and it has led to it becoming a treasure trove of one-liners and witty comebacks that we still use in our daily conversations. It’s been 31 years since this film released and the craze it has only grown with time. GenZ and Gen Alpha too have discovered the film and are keeping it alive via pop culture.
As the film has been announced to re-release in April let’s look at some of the factors that make it so iconic!
Timeless comedy
At its heart, Andaz Apna Apna is a tale of two frenemies, Amar and Prem, the charming but aimless youngsters who always have their heads in the cloud. The two are constantly bickering, competing, and pulling each other down yet their bond is unbreakable. Aamir Khan and Salman Khan, together in this one, went on to become the epitome of comedic chemistry, which was elevated by a perfect mix of humor, playful banter, and genuine affection. The duo's saga has resonated with audiences of all age groups because at some point in our lives we’ve all had that one friend who drives us crazy with their tall claims, ridiculous schemes and, their sheer cluelessness in life, however, we don’t give up on them because they are extremely entertaining.
Unsung heroes
While Amar and Prem are at the hub of things, the film wouldn't have been as timeless as it went on to be without the support of its brilliant supporting characters. We often talk about Shakti Kapoor’s hilarious villainy as Crime Master Gogo, or Paresh Rawal’s silly sophistication as Ram Gopal Bajaj and the foxy cunningness as Teja. However, what goes unnoticed are the unsung actors that added to the overall efficacy of the film. When the legendary Mehmood scammed a gullible Prem in the name of offering him a film, it set Andaz Apna Apna to a flying start while giving the audience a witty peek into Salman’s character, a talentless man with big dreams who has no idea of how the world works.
Robert and Bhalla, the house managers at Bajaj’s who are Teja’s secret henchmen also need to be spoken about. Shehzad Khan's perfect deadpan delivery as Bhalla and Vijay Khote’s innocent portrayal of a naive Robert was so memorable despite their limited screen time. They held the scenes together and left an impact despite the presence of seasoned actors. Not to forget, there were dialogues like - ‘Mere agle pilan ki mutabeek’, ‘Happy birthday Rabert’ ‘Galti se mistake ho gaya’ and plenty of other simple lines which became iconic for the way they were performed!
A meme factory
Andaz Apna Apna created a meme culture of its own long before social media existed. 'Teja main hoon, mark idhar hai,' ‘Lagta hai kacha khiladi hai’, ‘Chit main jeeta, pat tu hara’ weren’t just dialogues but phrases that became a part of our daily vocabulary that added a layer of fun and color to our conversations. The film has a plethora of scenes and situations that have become a meme template that keep resurfacing with hilarious contexts. GenZ in particular are adding their touch of humor and churning out edits and GIFs that are extremely entertaining. The popularity of dialogues, scenes, and punchlines is a testament to the film’s brilliant comedic writing and unmatched performance.
Check out some of these Andaz Apna Apna memes we can't have enough of!
This film has been a joyride which has only gotten better with time and thanks to pop culture and social media, the memes, Reels, and scenes from the film continue to dominate our feeds and offer us some light moments in between our daily hassles. While Andaz Apna Apna was announced to re-release in April, however, there's speculation that it could be an April Fool's prank for the promotion of Salman Khan's Sikandar.
If not on the big screen in the near future, this film is available for streaming on Prime Video.
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