While the film received mixed reviews upon release, with critics calling it formulaic, it has since garnered a cult following. For many, it represents the last of the "innocent" Bollywood era before the industry pivoted toward gritty realism in the early 2000s. The music, composed by Nikhil-Vinay, remains a highlight, with songs like "Dhaulaa Bin Baansi" and the title track still evoking strong waves of nostalgia.
While the film received mixed reviews upon release, with critics calling it formulaic, it has since garnered a cult following. For many, it represents the last of the "innocent" Bollywood era before the industry pivoted toward gritty realism in the early 2000s. The music, composed by Nikhil-Vinay, remains a highlight, with songs like "Dhaulaa Bin Baansi" and the title track still evoking strong waves of nostalgia.