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Yash Chopra Birth Anniversary: From Raj-Simran’s to Veer-Zaara’s, the late director has given iconic love stories to Hindi cinema. Deewar (1975): It truly represented an era which didn’t have much hopes from the establishment. Vijay and Ravi were the personification of two entirely different ideologies which were destined to clash at some point of time. (Image: IMDb) Daag (1973): This emotional roller-coaster never gives the audience a chance to take eyes off the screen. ‘Daag’ will always remain a complex story told in the easiest possible way. (Image: IMDb) Trishul (1978): The film explores themes like revenge, ambition, and family conflict into a gripping narrative. Featuring an ensemble cast and sharp writing, it showcased Chopra’s versatility beyond romance and his command over multi-layered drama. (Image: IMDb) Silsila (1981): It was only Yash Chopra who had the conviction of approaching Big B, Jaya Bachchan and Rekha for the same film. It dives into the themes of love, betrayal, and societal norms. (Image: IMDb) Chandni (1989): The story was predictable but the intensity of events kept the spectator glued to his seat till the last moment. (Image: IMDb) Lamhe (1991): Lamhe broke convention with its bold storyline—a love that transcends age and time. Though ahead of its time, the film is now hailed as one of Chopra’s finest, blending emotion, courage, and breathtaking Rajasthan backdrops. (Image: IMDb) Darr (1993): Yash Chopra realised the after-effects of neo liberal economy before other filmmakers. Today we are witnessing several ‘real life’ characters who behave exactly like Shah Rukh of ‘Darr’. (Image: IMDb) Dil Toh Pagal Hai (1997): The story revolves around the life of a musical troupe, whose lead female dancers get caught in a love triangle with their choreographer (SRK). (Image: IMDb) Veer-Zara: A cross-border love story that pays tribute to love, sacrifice, and humanity. (Image: IMDb) Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge: Though directed by Aditya Chopra, DDLJ reflects Yash Chopra’s romantic vision—family, tradition, and love in perfect harmony. As producer, he shaped Bollywood’s most iconic love story, creating a cultural phenomenon that still runs strong today. (Image: IMDb)
