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Indra Kumar’s 'Raja' Becomes Blockbuster Against All Odds

1/7/2025

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Indra Kumar faced uncertainty when Sanjay Kapoor's debut faltered, but his 1995 film Raja defied expectations, soaring to blockbuster status. The audience was captivated by a memorable slap scene between Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit. Kumar attributes the film's triumph to thoughtful script changes and the unwavering support of his team, even as Kapoor's career took a different turn.

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Indra Kumar faced uncertainty when Sanjay Kapoor's debut faltered, but his 1995 film Raja defied expectations, soaring to blockbuster status. The audience was captivated by a memorable slap scene between Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit. Kumar attributes the film's triumph to thoughtful script changes and the unwavering support of his team, even as Kapoor's career took a different turn.