Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak
Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, sometimes called QSQT and released in 1988, is an Indian Bollywood film written by veteran producer/director Nasir Hussain and directed by his son Mansoor Khan. The film starred Hussain's nephew, Aamir Khan, along with Juhi Chawla in their first major roles. It is often wrongly believed to be the debut film for both actors. However, Aamir Khan had earlier appeared in a small role in Holi (1984), and Juhi Chawla in Sultanat (1986). Upon release, the film became a box office hit and shot its leading stars to fame overnight. The film was also the first major hit for the music-director duo of Anand-Milind and singer Udit Narayan.
Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak's music, romantic storyline, and young actors shifted the momentum away from the violent and aging ethos that were prevalent in the films at the time. It also made melodious tunes once again popular over the 80's trend of disco and breakdance influenced soundtracks. Indiatimes Movies ranks the movie amongst the Top 25 Must See Bollywood Films.
Synopsis
Dhanraj Singh spent years in prison for killing the man responsible for his sister's suicide. His family, and the family of the murdered man, are deadly enemies. Dhanraj's son, Raj (Aamir Khan), falls deeply in love with Rashmi (Juhi Chawla), the daughter of the rival Rajput patriarch, after seeing her at a wedding in her house. Rashmi does not know that Raj is Dhanraj's son, and returns his affection after he rescues and saves her from a group of scoundrels. Then all is revealed, and the two families try to tear the lovers apart. Rashmi is going to be forced into an arranged marriage. The lovers elope and have a brief interval of happiness before retribution strikes.
The lovers stay in a deserted fort. Eventually Rashmi's father hires a henchman to kill Raj, but he kills Rashmi instead. Raj is devastated and commits suicide with a dagger gifted by Rashmi. The plot is based on Romeo and Juliet.
Trivia
Juhi Chawla was offered the role of Draupadi in BR Chopra's mega television series Mahabharat, but turned it down when QSQT came along. The success of the film turned her film career around.
Music
The film soundtrack contains 5 songs composed by duo Anand-Milind, and won them the Filmfare Best Music Director Award Best playback singer male Udit Narayan.
Awards
The Awards won are shown in bold
Filmfare Awards : Best Film - Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak
Lux New Face - Juhi Chawla
Best Male Debut - Aamir Khan
Best Director - Mansoor Khan
Best Music Director - Anand-Milind
Best Cinematographer: Kiran Devhans
Best Actor - Aamir Khan
Best Actress - Juhi Chawla
Best Lyricist - Majrooh Sultanpuri
Best Male Playback - Udit Narayan
National Film Awards:
Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment - Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak
Translation
The phrase "Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak" occurs as such in the following languages: English, German, Polish.
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