Released in 2001, Excel Entertainment's debut production Dil Chahta Hai marked a new wave in the modernized era of Bollywood. Farhan Akhtar’s directorial debut created a benchmark in Indian cinema. While the film has achieved cult status, it still holds a place among some of the most beloved movies of all time. Evidence of its enduring appeal is its inclusion in IndieWire's list of the "100 Best Movies of the 2000s."
Dil Chahta Hai is ranked No. 70 on this list by IndieWire, a film industry and criticism website that primarily focuses on independent films, though its coverage has expanded to include all aspects of Hollywood and the growing universes of TV and streaming. This is indeed a magnificent achievement for Excel Entertainment and the entire team behind such an amazing film, which continues to make waves.
Dil Chahta Hai recently celebrated its 23rd anniversary. More than two decades later, the film still rules the favorite lists of audiences. Brimming with entertainment, the film brought a plethora of emotions, an engaging story, memorable characters, and chart-topping music. The story focuses on a significant transition period in the romantic lives of three college-graduate friends, played by Aamir Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Akshaye Khanna.
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