A vibrant, continent-spanning romantic epic where youthful rebellion harmonizes with deep-rooted tradition, painting a lush tapestry of love's triumphant journey against all odds.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
दिलवाले दुल्हनिया ले जायेंगे
"Come… Fall In love, All Over Again…"
Director:
Aditya Chopra
Cast:
Kajol, Shah Rukh Khan, Amrish Puri, Farida Jalal, Anupam Kher
Drama
Comedy
Romance
Budget:
$13,200,000
Box Office:
$100,000,000
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details
Easter Eggs
Anupam Kher's character, Dharamvir Malhotra, lists his 'failed' forefathers to Raj. In this scene, Anupam Kher used the names of his actual uncles and grandfather.
This adds a layer of personal, meta-humor to the scene. It's an inside joke that grounds the character's quirky family history in the actor's own lineage, making the bond between the on-screen father and son feel more authentic and playful.
The character name 'Raj' was an homage to the legendary actor-director Raj Kapoor, whose on-screen name was often Raj.
Aditya Chopra named the protagonist after one of Hindi cinema's most iconic figures, who was himself a master of romance. This subtly positions Shah Rukh Khan's character within a lineage of great cinematic lovers, elevating his status and connecting DDLJ to the golden age of Bollywood.