Tusshar Kapoor's Only Solo Hit: 'Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai' Made on 7 Crores, Earned Nearly 30 Crores

Tusshar Kapoor, known mostly for his comedic roles, has struggled to find success as a lead actor in Bollywood. However, there is one notable exception — his solo hit film ‘Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai’. This film, released in 2001, not only made a mark but also earned many times its production cost, becoming Tusshar’s biggest success as a hero.

Film Details and Success

• Release Date: 25 May 2001

• Director: Satish Kaushik

• Producer: Vashu Bhagnani

• Lead Cast: Tusshar Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor

• Supporting Cast: Amrish Puri, Rinke Khanna, Dalip Tahil, Himani Shivpuri, Hemant Pandey, Alok Nath

Box Office Performance

According to Sacnilk, the film collected 29.95 crores worldwide against a modest budget of just 7 crores. This commercial success earned the film a superhit status and remains Tusshar Kapoor’s only solo hit where he played the main protagonist.

Story and Music

‘Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai’ tells the story of Karan (Tusshar Kapoor), a shy boy who is deeply in love with Pooja (Kareena Kapoor) but struggles to express his feelings. The film revolves around his attempts to confess his love, with family and friends encouraging him throughout.

The soundtrack was a major highlight, featuring hit songs like:

• "Aa Rang De Dupatta Mera"

• "Jab Se Dekha Hai Tere Hath Ka Chand"

• "Maine Koi Jadoo Nahi Kiya"

• "Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai"

• "Rabba Mere Rabba Mere"

• "Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein"

Where to Watch

You can watch ‘Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai’ on Amazon Prime Video with a subscription. It is also available for free on YouTube.

This film remains a memorable success in Tusshar Kapoor’s career, proving his capability as a lead actor when given the right script and support.