NEW DELHI: Actor Anupam Kher revisited the railway track where the iconic train scene from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge was filmed and appealed to the government to develop the location into a tourist attraction.
Released in 1995 and directed by Aditya Chopra, the film starred Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol as Raj and Simran, whose romance unfolds during a trip across Europe before facing family opposition in India.
Widely regarded as one of Hindi cinema’s most beloved films, “Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge” earned praise for its storyline, performances and memorable soundtrack, which continues to resonate with audiences decades later.
Among its most enduring moments is the famous train sequence in which Raj stretches out his hand to Simran as she runs towards the moving train, a scene that has since become iconic and has been recreated in numerous films.
Kher, who played Raj’s father Dharamvir in the film, shared a video on Instagram on Monday during his visit to Apta Railway Station, where the scene was shot.
In the video, the actor said the moment remains etched in the memory of Indians around the world.
“I have come to a railway station where an iconic scene from an iconic film was shot. It is part of Indian cinema history that every Indian across the world must have seen and remembered,” he said.
Referring to the landmark status of the location, Kher compared it to visiting Sicily for scenes from The Godfather.
“These are iconic places. I am thankful to Yash ji and Adi for making me part of such an iconic film,” he added, referring to Yash Chopra and Aditya Chopra.
In the caption accompanying the video, Kher said the cast had no idea at the time that they were creating a cinematic landmark. He also urged the authorities to preserve the site and develop it as a tourist destination.
The film also featured Farida Jalal, Mandira Bedi and Himani Shivpuri in key roles.
(With inputs from PTI)