A Historic Moment for Bollywood Fans Worldwide

On a crisp autumn evening in 2025, London’s iconic Leicester Square witnessed a moment that felt straight out of a Bollywood dream. Superstar Shah Rukh Khan and the ever-graceful Kajol unveiled a life-size bronze statue celebrating the 30-year legacy of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ). The legendary on-screen couple, dressed in elegant black and gold, pulled the ceremonial curtain together, revealing Raj and Simran immortalized in their most unforgettable pose – arms outstretched, mid-embrace, with that unmistakable spark of love in their eyes.

This is the first-ever statue in Leicester Square dedicated to Indian cinema and the first honoring non-British film personalities in the square’s “Scenes in the Square” trail, joining legends like Harry Potter, Batman, and Marilyn Monroe.

Why DDLJ Deserves This Honor After 30 Years

Released in 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge didn’t just break box-office records – it rewrote the rules of Indian romance on screen. Directed by Aditya Chopra, the film became a cultural phenomenon that still runs at Mumbai’s Maratha Mandir theatre – making it the longest-running film in Indian cinema history.

The movie’s magic lies in its perfect blend of tradition and modernity, family values and young love, and of course, the electrifying chemistry between Shah Rukh Khan’s charming Raj and Kajol’s spirited Simran. From “Tujhe dekha toh yeh jaana sanam” to the mustard fields of Punjab, every frame became etched in the hearts of millions.

The Statue: Capturing the Soul of Raj and Simran

Crafted by sculptors from the world-renowned Morris Singer Art Foundry, the bronze masterpiece perfectly recreates the film’s iconic final train scene – where Raj extends his hand to Simran with the now-legendary dialogue “Palat!” frozen in time. Kajol’s flowing hair, SRK’s signature outstretched arm, and their radiant smiles have been captured with breathtaking detail.

Standing proudly among Hollywood and British cinema icons, the statue symbolizes how Bollywood has conquered hearts globally. Fans who once traveled to Switzerland to trace Raj and Simran’s love story can now experience a piece of that magic right in the heart of London.

What Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol Said at the Unveiling

An emotional Shah Rukh Khan shared, “This film gave me my identity as the King of Romance. To see Raj and Simran standing here in London, among the greatest icons of world cinema, feels surreal. This is not just our statue – it belongs to every fan who believed in love because of DDLJ.”

Kajol, holding back tears, added, “We were just two young actors having fun on set. We never imagined that 30 years later, our characters would be celebrated like this. This is a gift to every girl who dreamed of a love like Simran’s.”

A New Pilgrimage Spot for Bollywood Lovers

Leicester Square has now become a must-visit destination for Bollywood fans worldwide. Whether you’re recreating the famous pose, clicking selfies with Raj and Simran, or simply soaking in the nostalgia, the DDLJ statue promises to keep the film’s magic alive for generations to come.

As SRK famously says, “Bade bade deshon mein… aisi chhoti chhoti baatein hoti rehti hain.” But this time, one of those “small things” just became one of the biggest celebrations of Indian cinema on the global stage.

The train might have left the station 30 years ago, but with this statue, Raj and Simran will keep running towards each other – forever.

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