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The Times of India

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Filmmaker Bhagyaraj pioneered pan-India long before it became a fad

Filmmaker Bhagyaraj's Bollywood journey saw him adapt successful Tamil films, notably directing Amitabh Bachchan in the landmark 'Aakhree Raasta'. Bachchan himself ensured the emotional depth of the Hindi translation. The Kapoors also held Bhagyaraj in high regard, with plans for remakes and a meeting arranged by Boney Kapoor. Bhagyaraj's influence extended to hits like 'Beta' and 'Mr Bechara', with Boney Kapoor expressing deep gratitude for his contributions.

28 Jun 2026 1:35 pm