Set in contemporary urban India, the film explores themes of friendship, love, and self-discovery among upper-class youth. Akhtar wrote the film based on personal diaries detailing his experiences travelling to different cities, with inputs on the story from creative associate Kassim Jagmagia. Three superstars Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Akshaye Khanna come together to make the most spectacular romantic comedy in the history of Bollywood. The story is about three inseparable childhood friends having distinct personalities, who discover themselves on their journey to find true love. Dil Chahta Hai Starring: Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Akshaye Khanna, Preity Zinta, Sonali Kulkarni, Dimple Kapadia and Ayub Khan Director: Farhan Akhtar Music: Shankar-Eshan-Loy Released. Debutant director Farhan Akhtar's (son of Javed Akhtar and Honey Irani) Dil Chahta Hai is the story of three friends and their respective thinking of love. Released in 2001, Dil Chahta Hai wasn’t just another Bollywood buddy flick. It was a game-changer that dared to portray the complexities of modern friendships with refreshing honesty and wit. Two decades later, this Farhan Akhtar directorial debut continues to resonate with viewers, standing as a testament to the power of authentic storytelling. Buy Airtel Broadband with exciting benefits!
