Original Cast To Aamir Khan Cousin's Cameo: 7 Lesser Known Facts Of Dil Chahta Hai

Here's to celebrating 22 years of Farhan Akhtar's directorial venture Dil Chahta Hai. The film has redefined some of the beautiful relationships in our life. So, here are some of the lesser-known facts of this film you must know.

Farhan Offered The Role To Preity Zinta At Airport
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Farhan Offered The Role To Preity Zinta At Airport

Farhan Akhtar crossed paths with the diva for the initial time during a screening trial (coincidentally alongside Akshaye) for the movie Kya Kehna. During the encounter, Akhtar expressed his desire to cast her in his future film projects.

Preity Zinta Wanted To Essay Pojas Role
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Preity Zinta Wanted To Essay Poja's Role

Initially, Preity had a preference for portraying the character of Pooja, which eventually was offered to Sonali Kulkarni. And, everyone loved both of them in their respective roles.

Aamir Khan Cousins Cameo
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Aamir Khan Cousin's Cameo

A character portrayed by Raj Zutshi, who happens to be Aamir Khan's cousin, makes a brief appearance in the film, providing the voice for Tara's (Dimple Kapadia) husband.

Akshaye Khanna Wanted To Play Aamirs Role
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Akshaye Khanna Wanted To Play Aamir's Role

Among Saif, Akshaye, and Aamir, it was Akshaye (Sid Sinha), who had the initial exposure to the storyline. He was naturally inclined towards portraying Akash's character (essayed by Aamir Khan), yet Farhan persuaded him to take on the role of Sid.

How Did Farhan Akhtar Roped Aamir Khan In The Film
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How Did Farhan Akhtar Roped Aamir Khan In The Film?

Following the decline of the role by these performers, Farhan patiently waited for nearly 10 months to secure a meeting with Aamir Khan.

Tribute To Edgar Allan Peos Poem
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​Tribute To Edgar Allan Peo's Poem

The allusion that Sid employs while advising Deepa to release Akash, drawing a parallel with holding sand in our palms, pays homage to Edgar Allan Poe's poem titled A Dream Within A Dream.

Is Dil Chahta Hai Based On True Story
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Is Dil Chahta Hai Based On True Story?

Well, it might interest you to learn that the inception of the storyline was sparked by Farhan's excursion to Vegas alongside his companions and a rough script that was passed on to him by a friend.

Original Cast
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Original Cast

When Farhan Akhtar was informed by Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan that their schedules were occupied. Additionally, Hrithik Roshan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Jimmy Shergil were reportedly considered for the movie.

22 Years Of Dil Chahta Hain
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22 Years Of Dil Chahta Hain

From singing along with the tunes of Kaisi Hai Yeh Rut to Jaane Kyun Log Pyar Karte Hai, the film will be alive in our hearts forever!

Farhan Akhtar Wants To Make Dil Chahta Hai Remake
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Farhan Akhtar Wants To Make Dil Chahta Hai Remake

It seems the director-actor-singer is all set to make a sequel of this film and this time with all the female leads. Are you ready?

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