It’s a special day for veteran actor Anupam Kher as his debut film Saaransh completes 42 years since its release, marking a remarkable milestone in his cinematic journey. The film, directed by Mahesh Bhatt,
released on May 25, 1984, and also starred Rohini Hattangadi, Madan Jain, Soni Razdan and others. To mark the special occasion, Anupam Kher shared a video reflecting on his journey in the film industry, recalling how quickly the decades have passed since his first appearance on screen.
Anupam Kher Celebrates 42 Years Of His Debut Film Saaransh
Anupam Kher shared a video message in which he said, “42 years ago, my first film Saaransh was released at Mumbai’s Metro Cinema. I didn’t even realise how these 42 years passed by. In these 42 years, I have received immense love from the film industry, the audience, technicians, directors, producers, and co-actors. I never imagined that 42 years later, when I would be making this video, I would have completed 551 films.”
42 YEARS OF SAARANSH!❤️🎬
Today, I complete 42 years in the world of cinema and entertainment. Exactly 42 years ago, on 25th May 1984, my first film “Saaransh” was released. ❤️
What a journey it has been. Full of struggles, victories, failures, learning, laughter, tears,… pic.twitter.com/XXTldJRcQm
— Anupam Kher (@AnupamPKher) May 25, 2026
He further added that if one does not give up, anything is possible. “If a clerk’s son from a college department can come to Mumbai with just ₹37, and in his first film, despite being 28 years old, play the role of a 65-year-old man, and 42 years later can say he has done 551 films—anything is possible.”
Anupam Kher Says Saaransh Remains ‘Most Defining’ Chapter Of His Life
In his caption, Anupam Kher wrote, “42 YEARS OF SAARANSH! Today, I complete 42 years in the world of cinema and entertainment. Exactly 42 years ago, on 25th May 1984, my first film “Saaransh” was released. What a journey it has been. Full of struggles, victories, failures, learning, laughter, tears, friendships, and unforgettable memories. But through all the ups and downs, “Saaransh” remains the most defining and iconic chapter of my life. I will forever remain grateful to the Universe, to all the directors, producers, writers, technicians, co-actors, and audiences who believed in me and gave me love through all these years.”
He further added, “A very special and heartfelt THANK YOU to Rajshri Productions for backing a newcomer like me, and above all to Mahesh Bhatt Saab for having the courage and conviction to cast me in a role that changed my life forever. Whatever I am today is because of “Saaransh”. From a small-town boy from Shimla to a man who got to live his dream for 42 years… I can only say GOD IS KIND! Har Har Mahadev! #42YearsOfSaaransh #MaheshBhatt #AnupamKher.”
About Saaransh
Saaransh is a 1984 film directed by Mahesh Bhatt, starring Anupam Kher, Rohini Hattangadi, Madan Jain, Nilu Phule, Suhas Bhalekar, and Soni Razdan. The film follows an elderly Maharashtrian couple in Mumbai as they cope with the loss of their only son. It also marked the screen debut of Anupam Kher, who portrayed B.V. Pradhan, a 65-year-old man, despite being just 28 at the time.
