Numerous films are released in the entertainment industry every day. But some films always hold the status of classics among the audience. No matter how many times you watch them, you never get bored. One such film is Rajinikanth’s ‘Baashhah.’ Some of the notable films include Vijay’s ‘Gilli’ and Ajith’s ‘Mankatha.’
Vijay’s re-released film “Gilli” surprised everyone by grossing over Rs 50 crore. There was a celebratory atmosphere in theatres upon its release, with fans loving the film immensely. Old films have become “vibe” material. Especially in re-releases, even if the later scenes are familiar, they still create a thrilling experience. All the songs in “Gilli,” composed by Vidyasagar, are hits.
This film was released over 550 times, Can you guess this film?
Fans celebrated by singing these songs in theatres many times. One film was even re-released 550 times. Fans loved it wholeheartedly. Do you know which film it was? It was “Om,” starring Shivarajkumar, released in 1995.
Who directed Om?
This film was directed by Kannada superstar Upendra. Shivarajkumar played the lead role, and Prema played the female lead. Released in 1995, the film, made on a budget of just Rs 50 lakh, grossed Rs 5 crore. The film won such a large following at the time that it astonished everyone.
Om holds the record for most re-releases
This film has been re-released 550 times. “Om” holds the record for the most re-releases in Indian cinema history. This film was also shot in Telugu, starring Rajasekhar as “Omkaram.”
Om plot
The film is set against the backdrop of the Bengaluru mafia. It’s a love story and a gangster drama that captivated audiences. Udaya TV acquired the satellite rights for the film in 2015 for Rs 10 crore. The film became the highest-grossing film of all time.
Directed by Upendra and starring Shivarajkumar as the lead actor and Prema as the female lead, ‘Om’ was released on May 19, 1995. Shivanna’s performance and Upendra’s take on the film won the hearts of fans.
Ran over 100 days after re-release
The film also sparked numerous controversies. After the Censor Board objected to the climax, some changes were made, and the film was reshot. The film’s remarkable achievement is that it ran for 100 days even after its re-release. This record is unlikely to be broken.
