Meet actor, who delivered one blockbuster, quit acting, became Madhuri Dixit’s godfather, now he is a popular…, his name is…

When we discuss about Bollywood’s most iconic filmmakers, Subhash Ghai‘s name instantly pops in our mind. But did you know before becoming a celebrated director, he actually ventured into acting? Yes you read that right! He delivered a hit before, but later stepped away from limelight to work behind the lens. Also, he launched the dancing diva and queen of expressions, Madhuri Dixit, into superstardom. Let’s delve into his remarkable journey and undying passion for cinema.

Subhash Ghai made his acting debut in the early 60s, with few brief but noticeable roles. However, it was his 1969 blockbuster Aradhana, starring Rajesh Khanna and Sharmila Tagore, where he got a sustainable role on-screen. While not a lead, but it was enough to get him noticed.

He later starred in films like Umang, Bharat Ke Shaheed, Sherni, and Natak. But Ghai wasn’t happy being just another struggling actor in Bollywood. So, he switched to direction in 1979, taking up his first directorial project, Kalicharan. The film was a blockbuster, starring Shatrughan Sinha and Reena Roy in lead roles. Following that, he directed films like Karz, Hero, Saudagar, Karma, Pardes and became the man who shaped the face of mainstream Bollywood cinema for decades.

In 1989, Subhash Ghai took a chance, and reintroduced Madhuri Dixit in Ram Lakhan, alongside Anil Kapoor. The actress was just one film old, which was a Bollywood dud. But later with her magnetic performance and impeccable dancing skills, she became an overnight sensation. From there, it was no looking back for the ‘Dhak Dhak’ girl, and Ghai became as her godfather in the industry.

What makes Subhash Ghai’s journey remarkable is that he dared to evolve and didn’t fear change. His journey from a forgotten actor to a blockbuster director proves that success doesn’t mean sticking to one path, it means how many risks you take in finding your own way.

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