Rangeela Turns 30: Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar's Classic To Re-Release With Grand 4K In Theatres
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After three decades, the Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff starrer Rangeela is all set to return to the big screen. Audiences will now get to experience the cult classic in a stunning 4K
HD format.
Rangeela Re-Release Date
According to reports, the makers aim to draw both nostalgic fans and new-age moviegoers to the theatres, blending old-school Bollywood magic with modern cinematic brilliance. The restored version of Rangeela is slated to release in theatres on November 28, 2025.
Ram Gopal Varma on the Legacy of Rangeela
Director Ram Gopal Varma shared his thoughts on the film’s enduring impact, stating, “Rangeela embodied the spirit of aspiration, showing that ordinary people can also dare to dream big. Its success demonstrated that rule-breaking cinema is often the most unforgettable.”ALSO READ: Aamir Khan Pays Tribute To Veteran Actor Asrani: Legacy Lives On In Every Laugh...
About the Film
Originally released in 1995, Rangeela was directed by Ram Gopal Varma and featured Aamir Khan, Urmila Matondkar, and Jackie Shroff in lead roles. The film became a massive box office success and is remembered for redefining the Bollywood musical-romance genre. The soundtrack of Rangeela, composed by the legendary A.R. Rahman, produced evergreen hits like Rangeela Re, Mangta Hai Kya, Tanha Tanha Yahan Pe Jeena, Hai Rama, Yaaron Sun Lo Zara, and Kya Kare Kya Na Kare.
The Inspiration Behind Rangeela
Ram Gopal Varma once revealed that his “one-sided” love inspired the film’s title. On Twitter, he wrote, “My landmark film SATYA and Sridevi’s name in KSHANA KSHANAM were named after @PolavarapuSatya… Incidentally these pics are her today’s present photos she sent me from Miami Beach.”He further added, “Those days medical college and engineering college were in the same compound for some logistical reasons, and that’s where my one side love with @PolavarapuSatya happened... I felt she didn't care about me because of another rich, handsome guy, and that's how I wrote the Rangeela story.”