Om Shanti Om (2007)
One of the biggest Bollywood blockbusters of the 2000s, Om Shanti Om is a dazzling blend of romance, comedy, fantasy, reincarnation drama, and loving tribute to Hindi cinema. Directed by Farah Khan, the film stars Shah Rukh Khan in a dual role opposite Deepika Padukone in her feature film debut.
Set across two eras of Bollywood, the story follows Om Prakash Makhija, a struggling junior artist in the 1970s who falls in love with superstar actress Shantipriya. After tragedy strikes, fate gives him a second chance decades later when he is reincarnated as a major film star. Haunted by memories of his previous life, Om sets out to uncover the truth behind a long-buried crime and seek justice for the woman he loved.
A joyous celebration of Hindi cinema, the film is packed with elaborate musical numbers, glamorous costumes, insider jokes, and affectionate references to Bollywood’s golden age. Its soundtrack—featuring songs such as “Ajab Si,” “Dhoom Taana,” “Main Agar Kahoon,” and “Deewangi Deewangi”—became an instant sensation.
