'Gangs of Wasseypur' v/s 'RHTDM': Which re-release will you watch
What's the story
Mark your calendars for Friday (August 30), as classic films return to theaters!
Among them, Anurag Kashyap's cult classic Gangs of Wasseypur is re-releasing in theaters.
The film, which was originally released in two parts in 2012, features an ensemble cast including Manoj Bajpayee, Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Richa Chadha, Pankaj Tripathi, Tigmanshu Dhulia, and Huma Qureshi.
The re-release will run for a week and tickets will be priced at ₹149.
Announcement
Kashyap announced re-release on Instagram
Kashyap took to Instagram on Tuesday to announce the re-release of Gangs of Wasseypur. He wrote, "In three days the gang will be back again. GOW back in cinemas."
GoW is a two-part crime saga co-written by Kashyap and Zeishan Quadri.
Set in Wasseypur—a small town near Dhanbad in Jharkhand—the film tells the story of a coal mafia family involved in crime, extortion, and murder over three generations.
Competition
Competing against 'GoW' is romance classic 'RHTDM'!
In addition to GoW, Friday will also see the re-release of the 2001 romantic classic Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein.
A beloved film among millennials, it continues to captivate Bollywood fans with its enduring charm.
Starring Dia Mirza, R Madhavan, and Saif Ali Khan, and produced by Vashu Bhagnani's Pooja Entertainment, the film will be back in theaters for a special re-release.
About the movie
Know more about 'RHTDM'
Helmed by Gautham Vasudev Menon, the film tells the story of Madhav "Maddy" Shastri, a carefree college student who falls deeply in love with Reena Malhotra (Mirza).
When Reena becomes engaged to her childhood friend Rajeev (Khan), Maddy decides to win her heart by pretending to be Rajeev.
The film's success can be attributed to its relatable characters. The film's music, composed by Harris Jayaraj, is another highlight, with songs like Bolo Bolo and Zara Zara becoming instant classics.
Soundtrack
Meanwhile, 'Gangs of Wasseypur's soundtrack remains a major highlight!
Just like RHTDM, GOW's soundtrack—composed by Sneha Khanwalkar and Piyush Mishra, with lyrics by Mishra and Varun Grover—remains a major highlight of the film.
GoW was a commercial success upon its initial release and received critical acclaim with mostly positive reviews.
It was screened in its entirety at the 2012 Cannes Directors's Fortnight, becoming one of the only Hindi-language films to achieve this feat.
Among the two, which film are you planning to watch?