The film ‘Army,’ directed by Raam Shetty, holds a special place as the only film that brought Sridevi and Shah Rukh Khan together. Khan’s role involved playing an army officer who is brought home dead. The narrative explores a sequence where Sridevi’s character initially laughs it off, thinking it’s a joke, and then experiences the emotional turmoil. Sridevi, in a role inspired by Sanjeev Kumar’s character in ‘Sholay,’ leads a group seeking revenge.
Shah Rukh Khan was so dedicated to the role of Sridevi’s love interest that he accepted the cameo and sported a mustache, something he hadn’t done before and never did again. He once expressed he would have done anything to act with her. Sridevi’s performance in ‘Army’ reflects her ability to deliver a nuanced performance regardless of the film’s nature. She gave equal importance and concentration to all her roles, ensuring she blocked out all other thoughts during filming. This dedication is evident in her performance in ‘Army’, where she played the role of Sanjeev Kumar from ‘Sholay’.