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While some films fade with time, a few stay in our hearts rent-free. Today, we will talk about one such film that redefined love, rebellion and the power of friendship. It wasn’t just a movie; it was an emotion, a celebration of romance and values. And as it turns 25, fans are still humming its tunes and reliving its dialogues. But which film are we talking about? It’s none other than Mohabbatein, the 2000 romantic drama that brought together the megastars Shah Rukh Khan, Amitabh Bachchan and Aishwarya Rai in an unforgettable tale of love versus discipline. Released on October 27, 2000, the film was directed by Aditya Chopra, following his blockbuster debut Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. Set in the strict world of Gurukul, Mohabbatein told the story of a music teacher (Shah Rukh Khan) who challenges the authoritarian headmaster (Amitabh Bachchan) by teaching students the power of love. Alongside the three main stars were six newcomers — Uday Chopra, Shamita Shetty, Kim Sharma, Jugal Hansraj, Jimmy Shergill and Preeti Jhangiani, all portraying young lovers battling rules and traditions. While the film became a massive hit, grossing around Rs 90 crore worldwide against a modest Rs 13–19 crore budget, fame didn’t smile equally on everyone. The six young actors, despite their charming debut performances, couldn’t make a lasting mark in Bollywood. Over time, most faded away from the limelight. The only one who managed to sustain and reinvent himself was Jimmy Shergill, who today enjoys success in both Bollywood and the Punjabi film industry, as well as on OTT platforms. Jugal Hansraj, once remembered as the shy lover in Mohabbatein, made a comeback with appearances in Netflix’s Mismatched. He was also seen in Nadaniyaan alongside Ibrahim Ali Khan and Khushi Kapoor. Uday Chopra, Shamita Shetty, Kim Sharma and Preeti Jhangiani have largely stepped away from showbiz. As Mohabbatein marks its 25th anniversary, its message still rings true — “Some love stories…live forever.”
