Directed by master craftsman of his time Shakti Samantha, ‘Aaradhna’ went on to bag the best film of the year at the Filmfare Awards. The onus of the film winning hearts of critics and masses alike not only went to the maker but also to the lead actor of the film, Rajesh Khanna. His impeccable acting left a deep impression on the masses. The song ‘mere sapno ki rani’ from the film was a huge hit and Rajesh Khanna, the actor serenading Sharmila Tagore on his jeep became an instant hit.