Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan & Hrishikesh Mukherjee's Masterpiece 'ANAND' To Get A Remake

Babumoshai!!! One of the most iconic Bollywood films of all time, Anand (1971), starring Rajesh Khanna, Amitabh Bachchan, Sumita Sanyal and Ramesh Deo, is all set to be remade by the original producer, N. C. Sippy's grandson, Sameer Raj Sippy, along with producer Vikram Khakhar. Hrishikesh Mukherjee's directorial has gained cult status over the years and will have a new director for the modern remake.

The new Hindi remake of the film is at the scripting stage, and the makers are yet to finalise the director. Producer Vikram Khakhar adds, "Digging into our own classics, we will find invaluable gems rather than scouting for stories, internationally or regionally. Placing Anand in the post-COVID era, where we emphasise the value of life, will enhance the story of Anand."

Elated about the remake announcement, Producer Sameer Raj Sippy, who feels that stories like these need to be narrated to the new generation, said, "Keeping in mind the sensibilities of the original film and the emotions attached, I felt the current generation needs to be retold the many stories that are so relevant today and especially when there is a great appetite for good content."