Guess it’s been 16 years since the release of Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone starrer Om Shanti Om! Already feeling old? Nonetheless, despite years after its release, the film continues to be a fan favorite. At the time of its release, in 2007, Farah Khan’s directorial project made massive waves at the box office. The film was about a sweet love story between Om Makhija, a junior artist, and Shantipriya, a super-successful actress. While the two are killed by the latter’s beau, Mukesh Mehra (Arjun Rampal), Om reincarnates to avenge Shanti’s death.
Apart from the trio, Om Shanti Om also had Shreyas Talpade, Kirron Kher, and Satish Shah amongst others. The quirks, quintessential filmy dialogues, and music are what make it a wholesome film. Of course, not to forget the iconic Deewangi song that united the entire Bollywood. While the film continues to live in our hearts rent-free, let’s take a look at what the star cast of this iconic film has been up to all these years.
Shah Rukh Khan as Om Makhija and Om Kapoor
Shah Rukh Khan was seen playing the dual roles of Om Makhija and Om Kapoor. Needless to say, King Khan nailed both the characters with utmost ease. Both the characters had their journey and pasts, but they both carried an innocence that resonated with the fans.
Though Badshah Khan at the time of its release was a star already, 16 years later, with several record-breaking films under his name, he is rightly the global superstar and of course a caring and protective family man.
Deepika Padukone as Shantipriya
Despite being a debutant, Deepika Padukone, hands down delivered a superb performance in the film as Shantipriya. She was seen essaying the role of a successful actress, unlucky in love. The amount of poise and elegance with which DP carried herself, no wonder, her wave and walk continue to be an iconic part of the film.
Her prosperous career trajectory after 16 years speaks for her. Deepika, today, is on the top of her game with several big successes to her name and exciting lineups. Interestingly, ever since her debut, she has shared screen space with SRK in so many films and all of them have worked well at the box office.
Arjun Rampal as Mukesh Mehra
A quintessential Bollywood film, Om Shanti Om had Arjun Rampal playing an antagonist, Mukesh Mehra. The actor essayed his role with so much conviction; nevertheless, fans were surprised to see him play a negative role. Notably, as per a report published in The Times of India, Farah Khan had shared that the casting for Mukesh’s character was difficult as they required somebody conventionally good-looking and probably better-looking than SRK.
The versatile actor ever since then has been treating fans with his performances in various path-breaking films. Be it a negative shade or a positive role, he continues to receive love from the audience.
Shreyas Talpade as Pappu Master
Pappu Master, a loyal and sweet friend to Om Makhija was played by Shreyas Talpade. The camaraderie between the two was a visual treat. In the film, he is a friend who stands by Om in all situations and circumstances, come what may. From "Baatlee Award" to "Kisi cheez ko shiddat se chaho, to puri kayanaat tumhein usse milane mein jut jaati hai", the immortal dialogues were filmed on him and Om.
Known for his amazing comic timing, Shreyas has been a part of various iconic films and rightly responsible for tickling the audience’s funny bone.
Kirron Kher as Bela Makhija
Kirron Kher’s role in Om Shanti Om as Bela Makhija is one of the most loved performances of her career. The actress was seen essaying the role of Om Makhija’s mother and was as melodramatic as she could ever be. Every time she comes on screen, she leaves a smile on the audience’s face with her amusing dialogue.
Kher continues to work in films and also appears on television as a reality show judge.
Yuvika Chaudhary as Dolly
The pretty Yuvika Chaudhary relatively had lesser screen presence; nevertheless, she managed to captivate the audience with her on-screen charm. Guess it was just a start for her, rising in her career, Yuvika has been a part of various reality shows, music videos, and movies. Apart from that, she has a great social media presence with a great fan following.
Bindu as Kamini
Veteran actress Bindu was seen in the role of Kamini, the mother of Dolly (Yuvika Chaudhary). As gregarious Bindu is seen usually in her performances, this was not any different. In a long illustrious career, she has worked in many films. The legendary actress has been away from light-camera action for quite some time.
Javed Sheikh as Rajesh Kapoor
Pakistani actor Javed Sheikh was seen in the role of Rajesh Kapoor, the father of Om Kapoor. He essayed the role of a famous actor. Being a part of various Pakistani and Indian films, the veteran actor was last seen in Bollywood’s 2016 release, Happy Bhag Jayegi.
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