Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa
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| Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa | |
|---|---|
| Directed by | Javed Sheikh |
| Produced by | Akbar Khan |
| Written by | Babar Kashmiri Agha Hassan Imtisal |
| Starring | Moammar Rana Sana Fakhar Saleem Sheikh Veena Malik Javed Sheikh |
| Music by | Amjad Bobby |
| Cinematography | Waqar Bokhari |
| Edited by | William Watts |
Production company | AAA Productions |
| Distributed by | Sadaf Entertainment Sony Pictures Entertainment |
Release date |
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Running time | 176 minutes |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Language | Urdu |
Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa (Urdu: یہ دل آپ کا ہوا) is a 2002 Pakistani romantic musical drama film directed by Javed Sheikh and produced by Akbar Khan. It stars Moammar Rana, Sana Fakhar, Saleem Sheikh, Veena Malik, and Javed Sheikh in pivotal roles. The movie is notable for its strong musical score, Swiss locations, and its role in the revival of Pakistani cinema during the early 2000s.
Plot
Falak, a young man raised in Switzerland, seeks meaning and spiritual fulfillment beyond the Western lifestyle. He visits Pakistan, where he meets and falls in love with Sitara. However, Sitara's traditional family, particularly her protective brother Zargul, resists the relationship. As love and cultural identity clash, Falak must choose between modern comforts and traditional values.
Cast
- Moammar Rana as Falak
- Sana Fakhar as Sitara
- Saleem Sheikh as Chand
- Javed Sheikh as Jamal
- Veena Malik as Pinki
- Babar Ali as Zargul
- Badar Khalil, Ismail Tara, Zoha, Shafqat Cheema – Supporting roles
Music
Music for the film was composed by Amjad Bobby. The soundtrack gained massive popularity across Pakistan and South Asia.
Notable songs
- "Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa" – Sonu Nigam
- "Dil Ko Dildar Mila" – Kavita Krishnamurthy
- "Woh Ladki Hai Ya Jadoo" – Kumar Sanu
- "Sajna De Naal Pyar" – Rahim Shah
- "Nasha Hai" – Sherry
Production
Filming took place in Geneva, Switzerland, and Lahore, Pakistan. The film featured high production value, elaborate sets, and foreign locations uncommon in Pakistani cinema of that time.
Reception
Box office
Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa was a commercial success. It celebrated a platinum jubilee in Pakistani cinemas, running for over 65 weeks in Lahore. It was also released internationally in the United Kingdom, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates.
Critical response
The film was praised for its music, direction, and cinematography. Performances by Moammar Rana and Sana Fakhar were highlighted, while critics noted the plot as conventional but effective.
Awards
At the 2002 Nigar Awards, the film won multiple categories:
- Best Film
- Best Director – Javed Sheikh
- Best Actor – Moammar Rana
- Best Actress – Sana Fakhar
- Best Supporting Actor – Saleem Sheikh
- Best Supporting Actress – Veena Malik
- Best Music – Amjad Bobby
- Best Script
Legacy
Yeh Dil Aap Ka Huwa is considered one of the landmark films of modern Pakistani cinema. It contributed to the revival of Lollywood and introduced a new level of production quality.
References
External links
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