DDLJ to K3G: Iconic Shah Rukh Khan-Kajol films that will restore your faith in love
Just like their films, Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol are an iconic duo in Bollywood. Over the course of time, they have blessed the Indian film industry with performances that are cherished by generations. Read further to know more!
New Delhi: In the history of cinema, we have witnessed the emergence of iconic on-screen pairings in every era across the globe. Similarly, Bollywood has been blessed over the years with duos whose chemistry not only captivated moviegoers but also turned their films into commercial successes. When talking about such iconic pairs in the Hindi film industry, the names of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol top the list.
Since the 90s, SRK and the 50-year-old actress have starred together in numerous movies that elevate the essence of romance. Their performances in each film are compelling enough to restore your faith in love. So, if you haven't experienced the magic of Shah Rukh and Kajol yet, here's a specially curated collection just for you on Kajol's birthday.
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
The Aditya Chopra directorial is considered one of the longest-running films in the history of Indian cinema. The musical romance also featured Amrish Puri, Farida Jalal, Satish Shah, Achala Sachdev, Himani Shivpuri, Anupam Kher and Parmeet Sethi in pivotal roles.
On IMDb (Internet Movie Database), Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is rated 8 out of 10, with insights from almost 80 thousand users. The film's storyline revolves around two young non-resident Indians who meet in Europe. Things take an unexpected turn when the girl moves to India for an arranged marriage. This is when the boy follows her, drenched in determination to win her over.
Produced by Yash Chopra, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge received massive praise for Shah Rukh and Kajol's remarkable performances. The flick turned out to be a tremendous success at the Box Office by setting the cash registers ringing at ticket counters. It was also honoured with numerous prestigious accolades at various events. To this day, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is considered one of the best films of Shah Rukh and Kajol's careers.
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
The romantic comedy, directed by renowned filmmaker Karan Johar, was produced by his father, Yash Johar, under the Dharma Productions banner. It took the silver screen by storm on October 16, 1998. The much-talked-about film also starred Rani Mukerji, Salman Khan, Sana Saeed, Farida Jalal, Anupam Kher, Reema Lagoo, Archana Puran Singh and Himani Shivpuri in important roles.
The plot of the movie centered around two college best friends whose lives change when the attractive daughter of the college principal enters the scene. The film successfully attracted massive footfalls in cinemas across India and abroad. Kuch Kuch Hota Hai boasted chartbuster music by Jatin–Lalit, with lyrics penned by Sameer.
My Name Is Khan
This film brought to the silver screen the fictional story of an autistic Muslim man whose family faces Islamophobic discrimination following the tragic events of the September 11 attacks in America. While Shah Rukh Khan portrayed the character of a man on a journey across the United States to meet the President, Kajol played the role of a hairdresser.
My Name Is Khan is considered one of Shah Rukh Khan's finest performances in his cinematic journey. It opened to positive reviews from critics and fans worldwide.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
The family drama brought together an ensemble cast featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Hrithik Roshan, Kareena Kapoor Khan and Rani Mukerji. The film told the story of an adopted man who is disowned by his family after marrying a woman from a poor background. To start a new life, the couple moves to London. However, his younger brother later embarks on a mission to reunite their family.
Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham was rumoured to be the most expensive Indian film at that time. The all-time classic featured several iconic scenes and memorable songs, with Shah Rukh and Kajol showcasing their undeniable charm to perfection.
Dilwale
The Rohit Shetty directorial marked the most recent appearance of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol paired opposite each other. The romantic comedy included glimpses of action to elevate the thrill quotient. While the story revolved around gangsters, it also explored love and romance in a way that resonated with audiences of all age groups.
Dhawan, Kriti Sanon, Pankaj Tripathi, Mukesh Tiwari, Varun Sharma, Boman Irani, Vinod Khanna, Kabir Bedi and Johnny Lever also played important roles in Dilwale. The movie was theatrically released to mixed reviews by critics and viewers on December 18, 2015.
Curated by Raghav Jaitly!