A long-awaited multi-starrer film of the late 1980s, who is the emperor among usThe film, featuring iconic actors like Rajinikanth, Shatrughan Sinha and Hema Malini, is all set for nationwide theatrical release, more than three decades after it was originally made. The film, shot in 1989 but never released, has now been restored and prepared for a modern audience.
After 37 years, Rajinikanth, Shatrughan Sinha, Hema Malini’s film Hum Mein Shahenshah Kaun will finally be released.
Produced under the Raja Roy Films banner and directed by the late Harmesh Malhotra, the project brings together some of the most famous names in Hindi cinema. Along with Rajinikanth, Shatrughan Sinha and Hema Malini, the cast includes Anita Raj, Prem Chopra, Sharat Saxena, Sharad Saxena, the late Amrish Puri and the late Jagdeep—actors who were major figures in mainstream cinema when the film was originally conceived.
The film’s creative team boasted contributions from several distinguished artists of the era. The dialogues were written by Salim–Faiz, the music was composed by veteran duo Laxmikant–Pyarelal with lyrics by Anand Bakshi, and the choreography was designed by Saroj Khan. The film was shot on classic 35 mm Eastman color stock, known for its rich visual quality that evokes the tones and textures of the period.
An IANS report quoted producer Raja Roy as saying, “We have never lost hope for this film. It has endured sadness, setbacks and long silences while accepting years of uncertainty.” “Today, I feel grateful that it will finally meet its audience. The film survived against all odds, and its release feels as if destiny has been fulfilled.”
In recent years, the team used contemporary technology to prepare the film for release without changing its core cinematic essence. Modern tools like AI-assisted restoration, 4K remastering, and 5.1 surround sound mastering were carefully applied to enhance the visual and audio quality.
