25 Years of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (16/10/98)

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was both written and directed by Karan Johar and produced by his father Yash Johar under the banner of Dharma Productions. The film boasts a stellar cast featuring ShahRukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukherji in leading roles, with Salman Khan making an extended special appearance. It also includes notable performances by Sana Saeed, Anupam Kher, Archana Puran Singh, Reema Lagoo, and Johny Lever in supporting roles. The storyline cleverly weaves together two love triangles spanning different time periods. The first half of the film is set within the backdrop of college friendships, while the second half delves into the efforts of a young daughter to reunite her widowed father with his long-lost best friend. The music for “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” was composed by Jatin–Lalit, with lyrics penned by Sameer. The music became the best-selling soundtrack of the year. “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” hit theatres worldwide on October 16, 1998, and garnered praise from critics for its captivating setting, music, direction, cinematography, screenplay, performances, and overall presentation. The movie achieved significant success in India and internationally, emerging as the highest-grossing Indian film of the year and the third-highest-grossing Indian film at the time. The film earned numerous accolades, including the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment and Best Film at prestigious ceremonies like the Filmfare Awards, Screen Awards, Zee Cine Awards, and Bollywood Movie Awards. “Kuch Kuch Hota Hai” secured 8 Filmfare Awards and was the only film to win all four acting categories (Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress) until “Gully Boy” (2019) achieved the same feat.