Kachche Dhaage turned 27 today, reigniting nostalgia for 90s Bollywood’s explosive entertainers. Directed by Milan Luthria, this Ajay Devgn-Saif Ali Khan starrer demolished box office barriers with 200+ crore collections, powered by unforgettable action, punchy lines, and exotic shoots.
The real story unfolds off-screen. Luthria convinced a reluctant Ajay, whose calendar was jammed, after a candid showdown. Production shifted to Kuldhara, the cursed Rajasthani village shrouded in paranormal lore, amplifying the thriller’s vibe.
No stunt double for Ajay—not even for the film’s signature train sequence. As coaches decoupled at breakneck speed, his handcuffed hand nearly spelled doom. ‘It was do or die,’ a crew insider later shared. The set buzzed with Saif’s antics; his impromptu dances on the moving train forced multiple retakes and stern warnings.
This blend of peril and playfulness forged Kachche Dhaage into a legend. Its shoot in haunted grounds mirrored the film’s intense narrative, ensuring it remains a benchmark for authentic action cinema.