India, Aug. 26 -- It has been two decades since Nagesh Kukunoor's Iqbal released, yet the story of a deaf and mute boy who dreams of playing cricket for India continues to hold a special place in cinema lovers' hearts. For Shreyas Talpade, it's no different as the actor calls it's ' a turning point of his career and his life'.

Reflecting on the milestone, Shreyas admits the journey still feels surreal. "I played an 18 or 19-year-old Iqbal back then, and now when I think about it completing 20 years, it feels unreal. The best part is that the film still feels fresh. People who watched it as youngsters are now married with children, and many of them tell me they've shown the film to their kids. That, for me, is the biggest blessing."

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