'No one could have foreseen...': SRK reflects on 30 years of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, says film left a 'happy effect'

Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India]October 20 (ANI): Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol’s classic romantic film, ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, which has completed 30 glorious years, continues to receive the same from fans across the globe. As the film celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, the Bollywood Badshah reflected on the love he received for portraying the beloved character of “Raj”. Speaking to Variety, SRK said, “It doesn’t feel like it’s been 30 years since ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ released. I’m truly grateful for all the love I’ve received from people around the world for playing Raj. No one could have foreseen the kind of place the film has made in the hearts of people around the world.” The ‘Jawan’ star also reviewed the impact his film left among the right audiences, adding how couples admit to falling in love or getting married after watching DDLJ. “I also feel that it has had such a happy effect on the pop culture of India and South Asia,” said the actor. Shah Rukh Khan attributed the film’s massive success to the “pure heart” of the entire team and the efforts of director Aditya Chopra. “The clarity that Adi had about ‘DDLJ’ and especially because of the blessings of Yash ji (legendary filmmaker Yash Chopra)”, he said. Elsewhere in the conversation, Kajol, who played the female lead as Simran, stated that her character represents millions of girls in India. “The viewers who adored this film at 16 are now watching it with their kids, owning it with every passing year. It has become the template of how Indian cinema dreams of love,” she added. Kajol also spoke about her chemistry with SRK, explaining that they have an “understanding, a rhythm and a trust.” Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, often abbreviated as DDLJ, was released in 1995. Directed by Aditya Chopra and produced by Yash Chopra, the film stars Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol. (ANI)