Actor Sharman Joshi’s iconic film, “Style,” has celebrated its 25th anniversary.
Milestone Celebration
Commemorating this special occasion on social media, Sharman expressed that the film’s intent was never to be taken seriously, but rather to ensure the audience had a great time.
He shared on his Instagram, “Hard to believe it’s been 25 years since STYLE! This is one of the most fun films I have worked in. It was carefree, goofy, and happily unpolished. The film didn’t ask to be taken seriously; it just wanted to evoke a good time, and somehow pulled you along with it.”
Character Insights
Reflecting on his character ‘Bantu,’ a carefree young man seeking success through shortcuts, he noted, “I enjoyed playing an aimless college boy along with Sahil Khan. Our characters were not ‘heroes’ nor underdogs; just two lazy, overconfident boys trying to take shortcuts in life. Our back-and-forth banter gave the film its pulsating energy. Riya Sen and Shillpi Sharma, our co-stars, were a perfect foil.”
Entertainment Above All
Sharman revealed that filmmaker N. Chandra’s primary goal was entertainment. “It was great to work with director N. Chandra. He made the film with a simple intention — to entertain. It mixed slapstick humour, pranks, and mistaken identities with an unexpected murder mystery angle.”
Cultural Impact
He reminisced about how some simple gestures from the movie became immensely popular at the time. “The ‘handshake-turned-foot shake’ became a rage and turned cult. People started mimicking it, and it went on to become a STYLE moment.”
Enduring Legacy
Even after 25 years, Sharman believes the film remains a cherished memory for movie buffs because it stayed true to its essence, without trying to be something it was not.
“Twenty-five years later, STYLE is still memorable because it was honest about what it wanted to be — a fun, unpretentious snapshot of youth,” he concluded.