Salman Khan refused to work with Jackie Shroff for 10 years due to his belief that Jackie and Sangeeta Bijlani had a affair in the late 80's. This was told by costume designer Anna Singh to Salman. Finally Salman let go of the grudge and signed the film.
The film was launched in 1994 but took 4 years to release. It was actually a surprise hit when released in late 1998 despite its rural theme and delay.
Salman Khan's third hit in the year 1998 after Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya and Jab Pyar Kisi Se Hota Hai,same year he did a guest role in year's biggest hit Kuch Kuch Hota Hai for which he received in only award as an supporting actor.
Mamta Kulkarni was signed for Rambha' s role but opted out.
Sunny Deol was signed for Jackie Shroff's role but opted out.