Sajid Nadiadwala, a name synonymous with blockbuster hits and cinematic excellence, turned 58 on Sunday, February 18. Scion of the esteemed Nadiadwala family, Sajid started his career in the entertainment industry at a young age. His grandfather, AK Nadiadwala had laid the foundation, while Sajid carried forward the decades-old legacy with unwavering passion and creativity. From writing and producing commercial blockbusters to directing a few critically acclaimed films, Sajid has made a name for himself in the Indian film industry.
He is among the few producers in the Indian film industry considered the most bankable and accomplished. Under his production house, Nadiadwala Grandson Entertainment Pvt Ltd, Sajid has delivered several superhit movies like Heyy Babyy, the Housefull franchise, Two States, Baaghi and Super 30 among others.
Nadiadwala’s ability to blend commercial success with meaningful storytelling makes him one of the top independent producers in the country.
As Sajid turns a year older today, let's take a look at some of his benchmark films:
1. Judwaa (1997)
judwa./YouTubeThis blockbuster film starred Salman Khan in a double role and became a cult classic after its release. The catchy tunes, rib-tickling humour, and Salman’s endearing performance made Judwaa an unforgettable entertainer.
2. Heyy Babyy (2007)
YouTubeStarring Akshay Kumar, Fardeen Khan, and Riteish Deshmukh, the film struck a chord with audiences. The film also marked the directorial debut of Sajid Khan. The comedy-drama perfectly showed Sajid’s production prowess.
3. Kick (2014)
Salman in Kick/.YouTubeKick, featuring Salman Khan and Jacqueline Fernandez in the lead, marked the directorial debut of Sajid. With this film, Sajid perfectly managed to hit the bullseye as it set the box office ablaze and earned him accolades as a debutant director.
4. Highway (2014)
. (Image: Youtube)Sajid’s diverse portfolio also includes a thought-provoking gem like Highway, which starred Alia Bhatt in the lead. Directed by Imtiaz Ali, this film takes viewers on an emotional journey as a young girl discovers herself after a traumatic incident.
5. Chhichhore (2019)
Shraddha Kapoor in Chhichhore. (Image courtesy YouTube)Chhichhore, a heartwarming tale of friendship, nostalgia, and life’s ups and downs, won the National Film Award for Best Feature Film in Hindi. Sajid’s vision brought this relatable story to the silver screen. The film was helmed by Dangal fame director Nitesh Tiwari.
(Edited by : Sudarsanan Mani)
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