Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995) – Filming Locations
Comedy, Drama, Romance · Directed by Aditya Chopra · Starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol
Raj is a rich, carefree, happy-go-lucky second generation NRI. Simran is the daughter of Chaudhary Baldev Singh, who in spite of being an NRI is very strict about adherence to Indian values. Simran has left for India to be married to her childhood fiancé. Raj leaves for India with a mission at his hands, to claim his lady love under the noses of her whole family. Thus begins a saga.
Where was Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge filmed?
- London, United Kingdom, London – Raj and Simran's initial meeting and early romantic scenes in London. The iconic opening sequences establishing the protagonists' life in London were filmed across the city's recognizable landmarks.
- Paris, France, Paris – Raj and Simran's romantic dancing sequence and European tour moments. The famous dancing scene near the Eiffel Tower became an iconic moment in Hindi cinema history.
- Geneva, Switzerland, Geneva – Scenes during the European backpacking journey. Part of the continental European travel sequences showing the couple's romantic journey.
- Punjab, India, Chandigarh/Punjab region – Family wedding sequences and final climactic scenes. The film's climax and wedding sequences were filmed in Punjab, showcasing traditional Indian culture and landscapes.