20 Years of ‘Kaal’: Dharma Productions Celebrates on Social Media

By Vivan Singh | April 29, 2025 | Categories: ENTERTAINMENT, INDIA
20 Years of 'Kaal': When Fear Became Another Name for the Jungle Dharma Productions Celebrates on Social Media

Even after 20 years, ‘Kaal’s climax still remains a haunting enigma in our hearts.

New Delhi: Released on 29th April 2005, Kaal, the supernatural thriller by Bollywood, turned 20 today. Shot in the creepy and mysterious setting of a jungle, the movie not only provided an offbeat combination of horror and thrill but also made people sit up and ponder. To commemorate the day, Dharma Productions went to Instagram to reminisce about the cult classic.

Dharma’s update brings back shivery memories.

Dharma Productions shared a special post on social media:
“Two decades have passed, and we’re still stunned by the climax of ‘Kaal.’ Celebrating 20 years of this unforgettable thriller.”

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The post didn’t just revive nostalgia for the film—it also reminded fans of an era when such thrillers were a rarity in Bollywood.

When the jungle became a death trap

Kaal was in a thick jungle where a group of individuals takes a trip, only to be faced with a series of strange and frightening events. This jungle was not only inhabited by wild animals but also secret forces whose mysteries were only revealed at the last possible moment. Director Soham Shah deviated from the traditional filmmaking approach of the time, producing a distinct narrative and feel.

A cast full of celebrities who made the movie better.

The stellar cast contributed significantly to the film’s dramatic effect.

Ajay Devgn captivated fans with his moody and intriguing performance.

Vivek Oberoi and John Abraham brought life and charm to the film.

Esha Deol and Lara Dutta played their roles with emotional depth and persistence.

Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika charmed the audience with their dance routine.
The film began with Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora’s high-energy item number “Kaal Dhamaal”. The song was a hit and provided the movie with a grand and electrifying opening that’s still remembered today.

Average at the box office, but unforgettable in memory

Though Kaal wasn’t a blockbuster at the box office, its plot, suspense, and cinematography won a permanent place in the hearts of cinema viewers. It turned out to be one of those very few Bollywood movies that revolutionized horror and thrill in Indian films.

Unforgettable even after 20 years

Even after twenty years, Kaal’s tale, intrigue, and frightening turns of events are still etched in the imagination of fans. Dharma Productions’ recent tweet is proof enough that some movies, even though they may not have been commercially successful, continue to become “cult classics”—and Kaal is definitely one of them.

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