Aditya Chopra Relives...: As Told to Nasreen Munni Kabir (Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge)
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Twenty-four year old Aditya Chopra released his defining film, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (The Brave-Heart Will Take the Bride) on Diwali, 20 October 1995.The film swiftly made box-office gold and created a deep impression on audiences across generations. This timeless romance has now famously played for a thousand consecutive weeks at Maratha Mandir, Mumbai (where it continues to play), making it India’s longest-running film. Produced by Yash Chopra and widely known as "DDLJ", the film brought a new twist to the familiar love story. Raj (Shah Rukh Khan) and Simran (Kajol) fall in love on their travels through Europe and instead of rebelling against an objecting parent, Raj decides to win over Simran’s uncompromising father. In 1996, at the height of the DDLJ craze, the young Aditya Chopra decided to step away from the limelight and despite his ever-increasing power as both producer and studio-owner, he has remained largely unseen and unheard for two decades. People outside his immediate circle know little about him and as a result, he has gained the reputation of being an enigma in a world of celebrities and glamour that thrives on constant visibility. Twenty years after the release of the film, the private and reclusive Aditya Chopra traces the journey that led to the making of his first film - he discusses his influences, shares insights on cinema and provides fascinating detail about how he went about making the movie that changed his life and that has now become part of the lives of audiences across generations. With 136 pages of unknown information and anecdotes about DDLJ in the words of its director, this book is also illustrated with over 150 images. Aditya Chopra relives Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, as told to Nasreen Munni Kabir, is the story of this phenomenally popular film that turned the tide of Hindi cinema in the 1990's and has rightfully earned pride of place among the most successful and acclaimed Indian films of all time. Review: Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1000 Week Celebrations) - There are many interesting anecdotes that are given in his book and I take this opportunity to share some of them here: (a) Whenever Director Aditya Chopra speaks of the movie he calls it as “Dilwale” and not “DDLJ”. Title being too long with passage of time “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” became “DDLJ” amongst the masses. Not that Aditya has any objection or gets offended with this but for him it’s like a nickname someone else has given to your child. It’s just that he has always referred to the film as “Dilwale” and continues to do so. It was Kirron Kher who suggested the movie’s title. (b) With “Dilwale” Director Aditya Chopra wanted Raj and Simran to be seen as lovers that many people would always aspire to be. If we observe this romantic movie not even once did Raj or Simran said “I Love You” to each other. On the contrary it was pretty evident they both have fallen in love with each other. In the scene where Simran invites Raj for her wedding Shahrukh says, “Main Nahin Aaunga” (I won’t come for your wedding). When a girl invites you for her wedding it’s very unlikely a guy would refuse the invitation. It was in fact Raj’s style to convey it to Simran “I Love You” hence I won’t come to be part of your vibrant wedding celebration. (c) The dialogue where we see Shahrukh saying Palat Palat Palat was something Director Aditya admits to have copied the same from Clint Eastwood 1993 thriller titled In the Line of Fire. The shooting for this was scheduled at King’s Cross Station in the evening and weather was cold in there in London. So Aditya Chopra who was wearing the brown jacket lent the same to Shahrukh which can be seen in this movie in the “Palat” scene. (d) The entire screenplay was written in twelve days. The filming of DDLJ took place over sixty-seven non consecutive days. The whole movie was made in a budget of three crore rupees. For many years Dilwale was the most successful Indian film abroad. With the profits earned with Dilwale it allowed the Chopra’s to buy land in Andheri West where the Yash Raj Films studios stand today. (e) The mahurat shot in this movie was Simran’s introduction. While for Amrish Puri (Baldev Singh’s) shop they wanted to do the shoot at Southhall. However, on the day of the shooting there was massive crowd gathered who had come to see the shooting making it impossible to complete the shoot. The scene was later filmed in a petrol pump station shop on some motorway. Not that I have covered all the anecdotes here but I am positive for all the fans of “Dilwale” reading this Aditya Chopra’s book full of interesting anecdotes would be indeed enlightening. Reading the anecdote and then watching the movie again would be a different experience all together. Come Fall In Love. When Raj met Simran Love Was Never The Same . . . Review: Perfect - Thank you so much for such an Amazing product, desertcart
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Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1000 Week Celebrations)
There are many interesting anecdotes that are given in his book and I take this opportunity to share some of them here: (a) Whenever Director Aditya Chopra speaks of the movie he calls it as “Dilwale” and not “DDLJ”. Title being too long with passage of time “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” became “DDLJ” amongst the masses. Not that Aditya has any objection or gets offended with this but for him it’s like a nickname someone else has given to your child. It’s just that he has always referred to the film as “Dilwale” and continues to do so. It was Kirron Kher who suggested the movie’s title. (b) With “Dilwale” Director Aditya Chopra wanted Raj and Simran to be seen as lovers that many people would always aspire to be. If we observe this romantic movie not even once did Raj or Simran said “I Love You” to each other. On the contrary it was pretty evident they both have fallen in love with each other. In the scene where Simran invites Raj for her wedding Shahrukh says, “Main Nahin Aaunga” (I won’t come for your wedding). When a girl invites you for her wedding it’s very unlikely a guy would refuse the invitation. It was in fact Raj’s style to convey it to Simran “I Love You” hence I won’t come to be part of your vibrant wedding celebration. (c) The dialogue where we see Shahrukh saying Palat Palat Palat was something Director Aditya admits to have copied the same from Clint Eastwood 1993 thriller titled In the Line of Fire. The shooting for this was scheduled at King’s Cross Station in the evening and weather was cold in there in London. So Aditya Chopra who was wearing the brown jacket lent the same to Shahrukh which can be seen in this movie in the “Palat” scene. (d) The entire screenplay was written in twelve days. The filming of DDLJ took place over sixty-seven non consecutive days. The whole movie was made in a budget of three crore rupees. For many years Dilwale was the most successful Indian film abroad. With the profits earned with Dilwale it allowed the Chopra’s to buy land in Andheri West where the Yash Raj Films studios stand today. (e) The mahurat shot in this movie was Simran’s introduction. While for Amrish Puri (Baldev Singh’s) shop they wanted to do the shoot at Southhall. However, on the day of the shooting there was massive crowd gathered who had come to see the shooting making it impossible to complete the shoot. The scene was later filmed in a petrol pump station shop on some motorway. Not that I have covered all the anecdotes here but I am positive for all the fans of “Dilwale” reading this Aditya Chopra’s book full of interesting anecdotes would be indeed enlightening. Reading the anecdote and then watching the movie again would be a different experience all together. Come Fall In Love. When Raj met Simran Love Was Never The Same . . .
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Perfect
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S**C
Absolute Nostalgia
This stunning 136 page book takes us into the mind of the then 23-old Aditya Chopra, whose first epic movie, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge was a complete blockbuster and that has run for twenty continuous years. Aditya Chopra narrates to Nasreen Munni Kabir with absolute clarity, his thoughts, inspiration and the making of this epic tale of love and drama. If you love Shah Rukh and Kajol as much as me, the stunning color photographs both from the movie and behind the scenes are an absolute delight. And there was a deeply poignant thought on feminism on page 66, where Aditya Chopra states, “If women are allowed to choose, it's because they are allowed to "choose". But who gives us men the right to "bestow" this "choice"? Who are we to give them a sense of identity?” – Kudos!
A**R
Nice book & and an amazing insight in how movie ...
Nice book & and an amazing insight in how movie was made ... One time read. I can't understand one thing what made this book cost Rs. 2000. There is nothing like spending Rs. 2000 in this book. Although it is a nice informative book for ddlj & srk fans
A**R
Must have for every DDLJ fan!
I got it during an offer run on Amazon for 500rs.. but the book is fab.. it has anecdotes which are supercool .. also it has photoes of orignal script written by Aditya Chopra and orignal contracts of SRK and Kajol! Must have memorablia! P.S. I got it autographed by Kajol last time I met her at an interview shoot. She got an instant smile after looking at the book! :)
A**R
A great possession for DDLJ fans
It’s a good possession for Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge fans. I could see some unseen pictures too in it and then information in the book is also very interesting.
A**R
Wonderful book about a classic
Absolutely loved it. So many interesting things about the making of the movie from the director himself. Anyone who loves or filmmaking or even Dilwale Dulhania le jayenge will love this book.
A**R
Beautiful!!
The quality of the paper and the printing are just awesome!! The book has fantastic details about the conception of the idea and also the execution. It is a must read for the people interested in behind the scenes details!! LOVE IT!!
L**H
Good Read
Great book.
A**Y
Would buy again
Good books and great service from company.
G**G
Excellent, wife is a life long fan so over ...
Excellent , wife is a life long fan so over the moon!
S**N
Loved this book!
Loved this book! Loved hearing Aditya's voice in making the movie and hearing all the tidbits. He is an amazing filmmaker. Worth the money I paid for it!
A**H
Five Stars
Fantastic, wonderful and thank you very much.
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