Salman Khan’s mischievous antics on the set of the timeless classic Hum Aapke Hain Koun make for nostalgic stories.One incident involved Salman surprising veteran actor Himani Shivpuri by lifting her off the floor during filming, leaving her astonished.
Shivpuri compared Salman to Anupam Kher, who was also known for his playful nature during the making of the family drama.
Recalling her introduction scene in an interview, Shivpuri described Salman as a prankster.
During her first scene, as soon as Salman entered, he exclaimed “Chachi jaan” and lifted her up.She was taken aback as actors usually rehearse scenes, so it was unexpected.However, Shivpuri went along with it, and the scene made it to the final cut of the movie, pleasing director Sooraj Barjatya.
In another scene where Shivpuri’s character announces the birth of a baby boy, Salman again lifted her.This time, she was prepared for his playful act as it was not part of the script.
Shivpuri fondly remembered the fun-filled atmosphere on the set of Hum Aapke Hain Koun, where the entire cast bonded like a family.
Anupam Kher was known as the naughtiest member, constantly playing pranks.They also enjoyed playing dumb charades together.
Released in 1994, Hum Aapke Hain Koun was a massive success and has attained cult status among Hindi cinema fans.The film featured a talented ensemble cast including Renuka Shahane, Mohnish Bahl, Madhuri Dixit, Reema Lagoo, Alok Nath, Satish Shah, Bindu, Dilip Joshi, and many others.
Salman’s impromptu pranks and the camaraderie among the cast made the filming experience joyful and memorable.Even years later, these anecdotes evoke fond memories of the making of Hum Aapke Hain Koun, a beloved film in Indian cinema history.
