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Gadar 2 is on its way. Sunny Deol as Tara Singh and Ameesha Patel as Sakeena are coming back to win our hearts. But before the release, here's looking at some interesting facts about Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.

Ahead of Gadar 2, here's some trivia about Gadar: Ek Prem Katha
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Ahead of Gadar 2, here's some trivia about Gadar: Ek Prem Katha

Gadar: Ek Prem Katha is one of the most successful films ever made in the history of Indian cinema. The film resonated with many as it had the backdrop of the India-Pakistan partition. Set in 1947, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha made audience flock the theatres as it received rave reviews from all corners. Now, Tara Singh and Sakeena are coming back with Gadar 2. But before the release, here's looking at some interesting trivia about Gadar: Ek Prem Katha.

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Gadar based on real-life story?
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Gadar based on real-life story?

If the reports are to go by, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha is loosely based on the real-life story of Boota Singh. He rescued a Muslim girl during the communal riots in the time of partition. 

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Gadar vs Lagaan
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Gadar vs Lagaan

Gadar: Ek Prem Katha clashed with Aamir Khan's movie Lagaan. In a rare event, both the films turned out to be blockbuster hits.

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Gadar has world record
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Gadar has world record

Reportedly, Gadar has a world record as it had sold 10 crore tickets. It was the only film that achieved this feat. It is reportedly the third most-watched Hindi film in India since the 1990s. 

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Gadar's connection with Bobby Deol and his son Aryaman
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Gadar's connection with Bobby Deol and his son Aryaman

Bobby Deol's son Aryaman was born the same weekend when Gadar: Ek Prem Katha released. The Deol house was in celebratory mood for reasons more than one.

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Sunny Deol wasn't the first choice?
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Sunny Deol wasn't the first choice?

If reports are to be believed, Govinda was the first choice to play the role of Tara Singh. However, as Maharaja tanked, makers changed their mind. 

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Kajol rejected Gadar?
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Kajol rejected Gadar?

Allegedly, Kajol was to play the role of Sakeena. But due to date issues, she had to reject the offer and Ameesha Patel was brought on-board.

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Ameesha Patel's audition
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Ameesha Patel's audition

As per a report in Cinemaexpress.com, Ameesha Patel was chosen from among 500 girls who gave the audition to play Sakeena. The film is one of the most successful ones in her career. 

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Gadar box office
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Gadar box office

Gadar: Ek Prem Katha reportedly collected Rs 140 crore in its initial theatrical run. The first week collection of the film was above Rs 9 crore.

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Gadar budget
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Gadar budget

As per a report in Hindustan Times, Gadar: Ek Prem Katha was made on a budget of Rs 20 crore. It made much more than the budget at the box office and turned out to be one of the biggest success stories.

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