A scene from the movie “Nikah”.
Controversy is a common thing in the world of Bollywood, the more controversy associated with a person’s name, the more successful he is. This happens not only with people, but also with movies. Many films spark long controversies even before their theatrical release. Sometimes it is harmful, sometimes it also brings a lot of good, films that become successful after overcoming the storm of controversy are classified as cult cinema. An example is also the film “Nikah” directed by BR Chopra from 1982. This film also faced a lot of controversy and judgment.
The film was involved in legal issues
BR Chopra’s film ‘Nikah’ had to face legal complications. 34 cases were brought against this film, raising issues related to its portrayal of Islamic traditions and practices. Thanks to this film, Salma Aga gained fame. There was a lot of discussion about his oppression in the film. Despite the confusion, Nikaah was a box office success. The film surprised everyone with its financial success, and crowds of viewers flocked to its screens. The controversy surrounding this film was so great that even its original name had to be changed. Earlier, Salma’s film was titled ‘Talaq Talaq Talaq’ and the sensitive issue of triple talaq was at the center of the story. Along with the name, the theme of the film caused outrage among people.
As controversy escalated, the name was changed
The controversy didn’t end there. Actress Salma Agha, who played the lead role in the film, faced personal criticism and harassment for participating in such a bold project. Despite this, the filmmakers and its stars did not give up even in the face of growing tension. In response to outrage and legal threats from conservatives, the filmmakers changed the name to “Nikah”. However, even after the name change, the film remained under the scrutiny of both the courts and the public. Many feared that the film’s bold stance on the issue of triple talaq would hurt its chances of success.
Success at the box office
Despite all the hurdles, ‘Nikah’ not only emerged from controversy but also became a success. Word of mouth played an important role in the film’s growing popularity, and soon fans began lining up at theaters. The film’s emotional story, strong dialogues and emotional music impressed the audience. People flocked to buy tickets, which resulted in full house performances across the country. Despite its setbacks, “Nikah” became one of the highest-grossing films of the year. Made on a budget of Rs 4 crore, the film grossed a whopping Rs 9 crore, surprising critics and producers.
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