Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
A lavish Bollywood melodrama that blends grand family tradition with diasporic longing. Emotional reunions and clash of generations unfold amidst palatial sets, exploring whether duty should ever eclipse love.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham

कभी ख़ुशी कभी ग़म

"It's all about loving your parents."

14 December 2001 India 209 min ⭐ 7.7 (588)
Director: Karan Johar
Cast: Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Hrithik Roshan, Kajol, Jaya Bachchan
Drama Comedy
Duty vs. Love Class Divide The Diasporic Experience Reconciliation and Forgiveness
Budget: $7,500,000
Box Office: $11,336,308

Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham - Easter Eggs & Hidden Details

Easter Eggs

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai References

During the song 'Suraj Hua Maddham', the melody of the title track from Karan Johar's previous film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai plays briefly. Also, SRK and Kajol do their signature hand gesture from that film.

Jugal Hansraj Cameo

Actor Jugal Hansraj, a close friend of Karan Johar, makes an uncredited appearance as Rohan's friend at the end of the film.

Aryan Khan's Appearance

The little boy playing young Rahul in the opening credits is Aryan Khan, marking his first screen appearance.