Rajinikanth, Hema Malini`s Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun to release after 37 years

After a delay of almost 40 years, the long-awaited multi-starrer Hindi film Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun is finally set to hit the silver screens across the nation. Produced by Raja Roy, the film features an extraordinary ensemble ad iconic cast of Rajinikanth, Shatrughan Sinha, Hema Malini, Anita Raj, Prem Chopra, Sharat Saxena, Sharad Saxena, the late Amrish Puri, and the late Jagdeep.

Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun to release in theatres

Directed by the late Harmesh Malhotra, the film has creative contributions from some of Indian cinema`s most celebrated names. The dialogues were penned by Salim-Faiz, music was composed by the legendary duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal with lyrics by Anand Bakshi, and choreography was designed by Saroj Khan. Aslam Mirza and Shabana Mirza were the associate producers. The film was produced under the banner of Raja Roy Films and presented by Rex Music Entertainment.

Reacting to the release of the film, producer Raja Roy says, "We never lost hope for this film. It has endured grief, setbacks, and long silence. Today, I feel grateful that it will finally meet its audience. This film has survived against all odds, and its release feels like destiny fulfilled."

Aslam Mirza further acknowledged that technology was used with restraint and respect. Additionally, AI tools were applied only for visual smoothening and audio enhancement, ensuring that performances, screenplay, and narrative integrity remained untouched. He noted that the goal was preservation rather than reinvention-an approach fully supported by associate producer Asslam Mirza and Shabana Mirza.

Shot on 35 mm Eastman Colour using Eastman Kodak`s classic film stock, Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun carries the visual richness associated with Technicolour-style processing. Despite being fully filmed, the movie was never submitted for certification at the time, leaving the project suspended indefinitely. Its aesthetic, performances, and scale reflect the cinematic ambition of the era in which it was made.

Why was Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun delayed?

The prolonged delay was caused by multiple deeply personal tragedies. After the principal photography of the film, producer Raja Roy relocated to London for business, where he suffered the devastating loss of his young son. The emotional setback put a halt on the film`s progress. Unfortunately, subsequent years brought further obstacles, such as the untimely demise of director Harmesh Malhotra, which again stalled the project

Leveraging modern advancements, the Rajinikanth and Shatrughan Sinha starrer has now undergone AI-assisted restoration, 4K remastering, and 5.1 surround sound mastering to bring it up to contemporary theatrical standards without disturbing its original cinematic soul.

The official title, Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun, will offers audiences a glimpse into a bygone era, revived through perseverance and technology.

(With inputs from IANS)