Anil Kapoor’s 28-Year-Old Film Became a Superhit, Thanks to Two Wives, Sridevi’s Greedy Role Shocked Fans

Bollywood star Anil Kapoor is still giving hit films at the age of 68, but one of his biggest blockbusters came nearly three decades ago. Released 28 years ago, the film Judaai featured him alongside Sridevi and Urmila Matondkar. The movie grabbed attention for its unusual story of a man with two wives, where Sridevi’s greedy character shocked the audience and became a talking point that people still remember today.

Husband Sold for Rs 2 Crore to Become Rich

Released in 1997, Judaai starred Anil Kapoor, Sridevi, and Urmila in lead roles. Anil’s character was that of a simple, ordinary man. On the other hand, Sridevi’s character was fond of money and glamour. Urmila’s character was that of a rich man’s daughter, who falls in love with poor Anil Kapoor’s character. This film is still talked about today. One of its most popular scenes is where Sridevi sells her husband to Urmila for ₹2 crore. In the film, Sridevi was shown willing to go to any lengths for wealth and a luxurious lifestyle.

Two Leading Actress Who Made 'Judaai' Unforgettable

All the actors delivered powerful performances in Judaai. Because of its storyline, the movie still appeals to audiences today. Through this film, Sridevi and Urmila shared the big screen together for the first time. Sridevi’s character grabbed headlines for her greed and bubbly style, while Urmila won everyone’s hearts with her simplicity. The film’s story revolved around a middle-class family.

Earned 8 Times More Than Its Budget

Judaai was loved in households across the country. At the box office too, Anil Kapoor’s film earned heavily. Made on a budget of Rs 6.30 crore, the film collected a whopping Rs 48.77 crore. The movie proved to be a blockbuster. Not only this, but it also became the 7th highest-grossing film of 1997.