A Tribute To Love|Jan. 26, 2007|India|216 Min.|R
Genre: Adventure;Bollywood;Comedy;Drama;Family;Kids;Music;Romance
Description: Salaam-e-Ishq is a 2007 Bollywood film that revolves around the complexities of love, ambition, and relationships. Kamna, born in Dehradun, is a fiery and determined woman who transforms her identity to Kamini Ranawat, portrayed by Priyanka Chopra, and rises to fame as one of Bollywood’s most sought-after actresses. To reshape her public image and attract the attention of renowned filmmaker Karan Johar, Kamini fabricates a story of being in love with a man named Rahul. Unexpectedly, a man claiming to be Rahul Khanna, played by Salman Khan, emerges in London, posing as her childhood sweetheart and future husband. Caught in a web of deceit, Kamini is forced to play along to secure a film deal with Johar.
As the story unfolds, Rahul confesses his genuine love for Kamna, forcing her to choose between her blossoming career and her feelings for him. Initially prioritizing her professional ambitions, Kamini eventually realizes her love for Rahul and declines Johar’s offer. She tracks Rahul down at the wedding of Gia Bakshi (Ayesha Takia) and Shiven Dungarpur (Akshaye Khanna), where she proposes to him.
Meanwhile, Gia, who lives with her father, Colonel Bakshi (Prem Chopra), is deeply in love with Shiven. Their wedding plans take a turn when Shiven grows hesitant, influenced by his friend Juggy (Vishal Malhotra). He disappears, leaving Gia heartbroken. Her father arranges her marriage to Rohit Chhada (Kushal Punjabi), but Shiven, unable to forget Gia, has a change of heart. After witnessing the reunion of another couple, Tehzeeb Hussain (Vidya Balan) and Ashutosh Raina (John Abraham), Shiven rushes to Gia’s wedding and stops it, professing his love for her. The film concludes with Gia and Shiven finally uniting in marriage.
Salaam-e-Ishq beautifully weaves together multiple love stories, highlighting the emotional turmoil and triumphs of its characters.
Cast director: Nikkhil Advani
Cast actor: Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, John Abraham, Vidya Balan, Anil Kapoor, Juhi Chawla, Akshaye Khanna, Ayesha Takia, Govinda, Sohail Khan
Original name: सलाम ए इश्क