Andaz Apna Apna completes 25 years: Lesser-known facts about classic

The cult comedy film Andaz Apna Apna completed 25 years since its release on November 4, 2019. The film released on this date back in 1994 and has evidently achieved the title of being a comedy classic. The comical performances by Salman Khan, Aamir Khan, Raveena Tandon, Karisma Kapoor, Paresh Rawal and Shakti Kapoor are still appreciated and loved by fans. The film enjoys love from fans which have made it an unforgettable affair for many. Here are some unknown facts about the now 25-year-old film Andaz Apna Apna. 

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The film has many meta-references

The comedy film has many meta-references in it, which give nod to the previous work of the lead actors. In the scene where Aamir's character is cutting the ribbon of a jail cell, Papa Kehte Hai Bada Naam Karega song plays in the background. This was a subtle yet funny reference to Aamir Khan's previous hit film Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak. Similarly, in one part of the film, Salman Khan's character says that he has watched the film Sholay 10 times, to which Aamir's character replies "Iske baap ne toh likhi hai". Salman Khan's father had actually co-written Sholay along with Javed Akhtar. 

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The cast was not on speaking terms while shooting the film

Years after the film had released and became a sensation, it was revealed that most of the cast was not on speaking terms while shooting the film. Reportedly, both the male lead actors were in a creative argument of getting more screen time, before they settled on an equal length of screen time eventually. The leading ladies of the film were also reportedly not on speaking terms, as revealed by Raveena Tandon through a tweet. 

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It took three years to complete the film

Reportedly, due to creative differences and production issues, the film took three years to complete. The long production duration can be evidently seen throughout the film as Salman Khan's hair changes from long to short in scenes. The troubled production of the film eventually led to a sombre release which failed to gain the audience interest at the theatres. The film gained its popularity and cult status when it was finally aired on television. 

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