The Dhak Dhak girl of Bollywood, Madhuri Dixit turns 56 Today.
Madhuri made her Bollywood debut with the film Abodh in 1984. Madhuri got her 1st Box Office hit in 1988 with Feroz Khan directorial and Vinod Khanna starrer Dayavan.
Madhuri Dixit is known for her beauty, dancing skills and acting. Madhuri Dixit is regarded as a female superstar in Bollywood and a bankable star.
Madhuri Dixit has given huge hits with the actors like Anil Kapoor, Sanjay Dutt, Sunny Deol, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, etc. Among the directors Madhuri has a good record with Indra Kumar, Subhash Ghai, Sooraj Barjatya, Yash Chopra, etc.
On Madhuri Dixit’s birthday have a look at her Top 10 Huge Box Office Hits.
1] Tezaab (1988)
Tezaab made Madhuri Dixit an overnight star. Madhuri Dixit as Mohini impressed many viewers. Madhuri was also a part of Dayavan which released in the same year. But it was Tezaab which increased Madhuri’s popularity. Madhuri’s performance in the chartbuster song Ek Do Teen was very well received. Tezaab directed by N. Chandra was declared as a Blockbuster at the Box Office with a net collection of 8 crores. Tezaab was the highest grossing Bollywood film of 1988.
2] Ram Lakhan (1989)
Madhuri Dixit once again collaborated with Anil Kapoor. The film was directed by Subhash Ghai and had an ensemble cast of Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, Dimple Kapadia, Rakhee, Amrish Puri, Anupam Kher, Satish Kaushik, etc. The film was a Super Hit at the Box Office. Madhuri played the role of Anil Kapoor’s love interest. Ram Lakhan was popular for its performances, story, direction, music, etc. Ram Lakhan collected 9 crores at the Box Office and was declared a Super Hit. It was the 2nd highest grossing Bollywood film of the year.
3] Tridev (1989)
1989 was a year to remember for Madhuri Dixit. In the early days of her career she got a chance to work with many big superstars and was a part of many big hits. Tridev was the 3rd highest grossing film of 1989. Out of the top 3 grossers of 1989, 2 (Ram Lakhan and Tridev) belonged to Madhuri. Tridev collected 8.5 cr and was a Super Hit at the Box Office. Tridev was directed by Rajiv Rai which had an ensemble star cast where Madhuri played the love interest of Sunny Deol. In the same year, Madhuri was also part of the Classic film Parinda directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra which was also a Box Office success.
4] Dil (1990)
In 1990, Aamir Khan and Madhuri had 2 releases. Indra Kumar directorial Dil went on to become the highest grossing film of the year. Dil collected 10 cr at the Box Office and was declared a Super Hit. The other release of Aamir and Madhuri, Deewana Mujh Sa Nahin did not perform well at the Box Office. Dil increased Madhuri’s popularity.
5] Saajan (1991)
In 1991, Madhuri was seen in the romantic film Saajan. The film was a love triangle starring Sanjay Dutt, Salman Khan and Madhuri. Saajan was known for its performances, music and direction. Saajan was a critical and commercial success and Madhuri’s role was widely appreciated. Saajan collected 10 cr at the Box Office and was declared a Super Hit.
6] Beta (1992)
The film which gave Madhuri the tag of Dhak Dhak girl in Bollywood. Madhuri and Indra Kumar delivered another huge hit at the box office. Madhuri played Anil Kapoor’s wife in the film. The film had strong performances from the trio of Anil Kapoor, Madhuri Dixit and Aruna Irani. The film collected 13 cr at the Box Office and was declared Blockbuster. Beta was the highest grossing film of the year.
7] Khalnayak (1993)
Madhuri Dixit collaborated with Subhash Ghai for another biggie. Khalnayak was the 2nd highest grossing film of the year with a collection of 12.50 cr. Khalnayak was a Super Hit at the box office. Madhuri as Ganga in Khalnayak was widely praised. The film had Sanjay Dutt and Jackie Shroff in the lead roles.
8] Hum Aapke Hain Koun (1994)
When we talk about one of the Biggest Blockbusters of Indian Cinema, we definitely find Hum Aapke Hain Koun in that list. The film emerged as an All Time Grosser with a mammoth collection of 72.47 cr. The film recorded a huge footfall of 7.40 cr. The film is the biggest hit in the careers of Salman Khan and Madhuri Dixit. Madhuri Dixit as Nisha is one of the most iconic characters in her career. The film was a perfect family with chartbuster music, emotional story, strong performances, superb direction and had great family values.
9] Raja (1995)
Raja was another huge hit by Madhuri and Indra Kumar. Raja collected 20.34 cr at the Box Office and emerged as a Blockbuster. It was the 3rd highest grossing film of the year behind Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Rangeela. Madhuri Dixit’s superstardom helped the film to become a huge hit at the Box Office.
10] Dil To Pagal Hai (1997)
Madhuri collaborated with the legendary Yash Chopra for this musical romantic drama. The film was a huge hit Domestically and Internationally. The film collected 34.97 cr at the Domestic Box Office and was a blockbuster. Dil To Pagal Hai was the highest grossing film of the year. The film also starred Shah Rukh Khan, Karishma Kapoor and Akshay Kumar (special appearance). The film was known for its music, direction, performances and story. SRK’s superstardom helped the film to become a huge Blockbuster in Overseas.
We at Film Window wish Madhuri Dixit a very happy birthday and successful year ahead.
