A Look Back At
Born in 1987
What Was Life Like in 1987?
Who Was in Charge?
Prime Minister
Rajiv Gandhi
What Things Cost
Petrol (per litre)
₹4.40/L
Loaf of Bread
₹1.20
Average House
₹90,000
Weekly Wage
₹100
Top Bollywood Film
Mr. India
What Was Life Really Like?
The Mahabharata serial followed the Ramayana and kept India glued to television through the year. Mr. India gave Anil Kapoor and Sridevi a vehicle that combined heroism, comedy, and an unforgettable villain in Mogambo.
Rajiv Gandhi's government was increasingly mired in the Bofors scandal — allegations of kickbacks on an arms deal that damaged his reputation beyond repair. India's booming middle class was growing louder in its expectations of clean government.
Popular Toys & Games
- Koosh Ball
- Nintendo NES
- Sylvanian Families
Bollywood Chart Song in 1987
Kaate Nahin Kat Te
Shabbir Kumar & Alisha Chinai
From: Mr. India