Chandni (film)

Chandni is a 1989 Indian Hindi-language romantic musical film directed and produced by Yash Chopra. Starring Sridevi in the titular role, alongside Rishi Kapoor and Vinod Khanna, the film tells the story of Chandni, a beautiful young woman whose life is dramatically altered after a tragic accident befalls her fiancé, Rohit (Rishi Kapoor).

The film revolves around themes of love, loss, and resilience. Chandni finds herself torn between her enduring love for Rohit and a budding attraction to Lalit (Vinod Khanna), a wealthy businessman who offers her stability and a fresh start.

Chandni is renowned for its melodious soundtrack composed by Shiv-Hari, with lyrics by Anand Bakshi. Songs such as "Chandni O Meri Chandni," "Tere Mere Hothon Pe," and "Mere Hathon Mein" became immensely popular and contributed significantly to the film's success.

The film was a major commercial success and received critical acclaim for its performances, direction, music, and cinematography. It is considered a classic of Indian cinema and is remembered for showcasing Sridevi's iconic performance and establishing her as a leading actress. Chandni also revitalized the trend of romantic musicals in Bollywood and solidified Yash Chopra's reputation as a master filmmaker of romance.