Rajesh Khanna is also known as the 'first superstar in Hindi cinema' and enjoys an unmatched level of popularity. He had a major fan following and defined an era in the film industry. But, recently, Shabana Azmi,

In 1983, Avtaar revitalized Rajesh Khanna’s career after a decline in the late 1970s. Shabana Azmi shared the tough filming conditions, including trekking without basic facilities. Despite his superstar status,

The 1983 film Avtaar was a major success and marked a big comeback for Rajesh Khanna, who had faced a slump in the late 1970s. It helped solidify his status as a superstar, followed by other hits like Souten and Agar Tum Na Hote.