Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai has turned 26. Karan Johar put up a note on Instagram celebrating the movie that began his career as a filmmaker and started the revival of Dharma Productions. KKHH has fond memories for each one of us who were adolescents back then. From King Khan’s shiny ‘COOL’ necklace to the gorgeous pastel-coloured chiffons worn by Anjali when she decided to transform from her tomboyish era, everything about the film is vivid in our minds. Here is a lowdown on five things we will always love about this timeless movie.
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1. Aesthetics at a Whole New Level
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai packed with its emotions of romance, friendship, heartbreak, longing, reunion and the concept of ‘true love lasts for a lifetime’, sealed its place in cinematic history. Aesthetics was what set Kuch Kuch Hota Hai apart. While fans were aware of how late Yash Chopra presented his heroines and the use of gorgeous locales, no other film defined aesthetics like KKHH. Many will remember how fans were curious to know if the shoot had happened in a real college. The brightly painted walls, stylish teachers and amazing annual day function made us dream of what we wanted in our institutes of higher education. ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ Turns 26: Where To Watch and Download Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Rani Mukerji’s Timeless Classic Celebrating Love and Friendship.
2. Shimmer, Saris and Sheer
Karan Johar has been a trendsetter when it comes to fashion. The same held true even for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. From Rani Mukerji’s unforgettable violet mini-dress to the pastel lehengas, it set standards. KJo’s Tina served face card, slayed in her OOTDs/OOTNs and gave us perfect makeup looks much before such things were even talked about. Women flocked to shops to buy that Kuch Kuch Hota Hai sari with a matching lace blouse. The sheer black shirt worn by Shah Rukh Khan in the rain dance sequence is also legendary. ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ Clocks 26 Years: Karan Johar Shares Emotional Anecdotes From the Beloved Classic (Watch Video).
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3. Of Pyaar and Samjhauta
“Mera Pehla Pyaar Adhura Reh Gaya Rifat-Bi”, “Tussi Na Jao”, “We will See” to the iconic conversations about pyaar and samjhauta between Anjali and Mrs Sharma (her mother) played by late Reema Lagoo, the movie served life’s truths in a truly colourful canvas.
4. The Reunion Scene
Till date, the reunion scene of Anjali and Rahul with “Jaane Wafa Hoke Bekaraar” in the background remains one of the best in Bollywood. The shock of Rahul on seeing a transformed Anjali, coupled with her joy after years of longing still makes us very sentimental.
5. Aman – a Green Forest
Kuch Kuch Hota Hai gave us a green flag partner in Amaan. He finds admirers even in Gen-Z who like him over Rahul. Amaan respected her, and adored her mother. This is what most modern women look for.
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As social media took over, many opined that Anjali should have stayed on with Amaan than ditch him for her ‘true love’ Rahul. People have also called out the sexism in the film. But then, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai signifies a different era in our lives. And we prefer it that way!
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