Bollywood never ceases to surprise, and this time, it’s a film from the past that has rewritten history! The 2016 romantic drama Sanam Teri Kasam has staged a spectacular comeback, shattering box office records with its re-release. A film that once struggled to find its audience has now become the highest-grossing re-release in Indian cinema history, leaving even cult hits like Tumbbad behind.
Returning to theaters on February 7, Sanam Teri Kasam has collected over ₹34 crore at the domestic box office and has crossed ₹50 crore worldwide within just three weeks. The film, starring Mawra Hocane and Harshvardhan Rane, is experiencing an unprecedented wave of love and nostalgia from fans, proving that some stories only get better with time.
Mawra Hocane Gets Emotional About the Film’s Success
Pakistani actress Mawra Hocane, who won hearts as the innocent and endearing Saru in the film, took to social media to express her overwhelming emotions about Sanam Teri Kasam’s resurgence.
Sharing nostalgic clips from the film, she wrote, “I’m not fainting over the numbers, but watching Sanam Teri Kasam re-release and perform this well is absolutely magical, MashaAllah.”
She further added, “This re-release proves that ‘nothing comes before its time, and no one gets more than their destiny.’ The love you all have shown in the last three weeks is unheard of. They say we’ve made history.”
A Film That Refused to Be Forgotten
Despite its underwhelming box office performance in 2016, Sanam Teri Kasam found a second life on television and streaming platforms, gradually building a cult following. The film’s hauntingly beautiful soundtrack, especially songs like Tera Chehra and Bewajah, played a crucial role in keeping its memory alive.
Now, nearly a decade later, the audience’s love has translated into staggering box office numbers, reaffirming that true cinematic gems always find their moment to shine.
With this massive success, could a sequel or a fresh collaboration between Mawra Hocane and Harshvardhan Rane be on the cards? Only time will tell! But for now, Sanam Teri Kasam has sealed its place in Bollywood’s history books as an unforgettable comeback story.
