It’s been 14 years since ‘Ready’ hit the big screen, and fans still haven’t let go of its madness, masti, and music. On this milestone anniversary, director Anees Bazmee took a stroll down memory lane, offering fans a glimpse into the film’s behind-the-scenes moments.
Sharing rare photos from the set on Instagram, Bazmee didn’t just post for nostalgia. He poured his heart out in the caption. “When I look back at Ready, I don’t just see a film- I see the faces of those who connected with it. Strangers who became family through a shared story. For 14 years, Ready has lived because you chose to carry him with you.”
Released on June 3, 2011, ‘Ready’ was a Hindi remake of a Telugu film by the same name. But what truly made it a blockbuster was its unbeatable combination of comedy, action, music, and of course, Salman Khan’s signature charm.
The film became one of the highest-grossing movies of the year and quickly found its place in the hall of Bollywood crowd-pleasers.
Salman Khan’s goofy-yet-brawny Prem Kapoor, paired with Asin’s playful charm, had audiences in splits. Add to that the impeccable comic timing of Paresh Rawal, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Arya Babbar — and ‘Ready’ became the ultimate family entertainer of the year.
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And how can we forget the songs? ‘Dhinka Chika’ and ‘Character Dheela’ weren’t just hits. They became party anthems.
While ‘Ready’ remains a fan favourite, its success was also a reminder of Salman Khan’s box-office pull in the 2010s. The film followed a string of hits like ‘Wanted’ and ‘Dabangg’.
Fast forward to 2025 — Salman Khan last appeared in ‘Sikandar’ alongside Rashmika Mandanna. Directed by AR Murugadoss, the film sees him as Sanjay “Sikandar” Rajkot, a man battling his past after a tragic incident. The film also stars Kajal Aggarwal, Sharman Joshi, Satyaraj, Jatin Sarna, Sanjay Kapoor, Prateik Babbar, and Kishore.