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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Theatrical release poster
Directed byKaran Johar
Written byKaran Johar
Produced byYash Johar
Starring
CinematographySantosh Thundiyil
Edited bySanjay Sankla
Music byJatin–Lalit
Production
company
Distributed byYash Raj Films
Release date
  • 16 October 1998 (1998-10-16)[1]
Running time
185 minutes[1]
CountryIndia
LanguageHindi
Budget₹100 million[2]
Box officeest. ₹1.07 billion[2]

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (transl. Something Happens) is a 1998 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film written and directed by Karan Johar, in his directorial debut, and produced by Yash Johar under Dharma Productions. It stars Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Rani Mukerji, Salman Khan and Sana Saeed.[3] Set primarily across two time periods, the narrative follows college friends Rahul, Anjali, and Tina in the first half, and later, Rahul’s young daughter’s attempt to reunite him with his former best friend.

The film was shot in India, Mauritius, and Scotland, with Johar intending to bring a contemporary visual style to mainstream Hindi cinema. The soundtrack was composed by Jatin–Lalit, with lyrics by Sameer; it became the highest-selling Bollywood music album of the year.[4]

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was released theatrically on 16 October 1998, coinciding with the Diwali weekend. It received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its direction, performances, music, cinematography, and emotional resonance. The film was a major commercial success, emerging as the highest-grossing Hindi film of 1998 in India and, at the time, the third highest-grossing Indian film overall.[5][6] Internationally, it became the highest-grossing Hindi film ever until the release of Johar’s subsequent directorial, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001).[7]

The film won numerous awards, including the National Film Award for Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment.[8] At the 44th Filmfare Awards, it won eight awards, including Best Film, Best Director, and all four acting categories (Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor, and Best Supporting Actress)—a distinction unmatched until Gully Boy (2019).[9][10] It also received honors at the Screen Awards, Zee Cine Awards, and Bollywood Movie Awards.[11][12][13] The film remains a landmark in Hindi cinema for its cultural impact, music, and fashion influence.[14][15][16]

Plot

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Rahul Khanna and Anjali Sharma are best friends in college. Anjali is secretly in love with him. When Tina Malhotra, the daughter of the college principal, joins the college, Rahul is instantly attracted to her. Anjali, heartbroken, leaves college and returns to her hometown. Rahul and Tina eventually get married.

During her pregnancy, Tina develops complications and realizes she will not survive. She writes eight letters to be given to her daughter on each birthday. At Tina's request, Rahul names their daughter Anjali.

Eight years later, Anjali Khanna reads the final letter, in which Tina reveals that Rahul’s college friend Anjali had loved him, and asks her daughter to reunite them. With help from her grandmother, Anjali joins a summer camp where Anjali Sharma is conducting a dance workshop. Rahul later arrives at the camp and reunites with Anjali Sharma. Initially awkward, they gradually reconnect as Anjali Khanna tries to bring them closer. Rahul realizes he has fallen in love with Anjali but does not tell her after learning she is engaged to Aman Mehra.

Anjali leaves the camp to return for her wedding. On the wedding day, Anjali Khanna goes missing, and Rahul searches for her. He finds Anjali Sharma instead and confesses his feelings. During the ceremony, Anjali is unable to continue. Aman calls off the wedding after realizing her feelings and encourages her to be with Rahul, whom she marries with their families present.

Cast

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Production

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Development

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After assisting and acting in Aditya Chopra's Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), Karan Johar was inspired to direct his own film. For Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, he aimed to reunite Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in a romance film.[17][18][19] Johar initially developed two separate storylines: one involving a college love triangle between a tomboy, a popular girl, and an insensitive boy; the other centered on a widower and his child. Dissatisfied with both, he merged them into a single narrative. In an interview with Rediff.com, he explained: "It was about the trauma of a widower and his little child... Then I thought: Why not bring a youth aspect to the story? Why not a flashback? That's how the story got made."[18]

Johar cited the 1995 British romantic comedy Jack and Sarah as an influence for the film's second half. He also stated in his 2017 autobiography An Unsuitable Boy that he wanted Khan to portray a role he had not attempted before, leading to the decision to cast him as a father.[20]

In interviews, Johar stated that his motivation for making the film was to uplift the morale of his father, Yash Johar, whose production house had experienced several commercial failures. He noted that his primary objective was to create a successful mainstream film rather than to address social themes or commentary.[21]

Johar has acknowledged retrospective criticism regarding the film’s portrayal of gender roles. He recalled that actress Shabana Azmi criticized a scene suggesting that a woman becomes desirable only after altering her appearance, particularly referencing Anjali's transformation when she grows her hair.[22][23]

To construct a stylish and aspirational college environment, Johar collaborated with costume designer Manish Malhotra. They sourced outfits from London, prominently featuring international brands such as DKNY and Polo.[24] The visual design of the college setting was heavily inspired by Western pop culture, including the television series Beverly Hills, 90210 and the Archie Comics. Johar instructed art director Sharmishta Roy to model the campus on Riverdale High, later stating: "Shah Rukh plays Archie, Rani Mukerji plays Veronica, and Kajol played Betty."[25][26]

The production team included Farah Khan as choreographer, Jatin–Lalit as music composers, Santosh Thundiyil as cinematographer, and Nikkhil Advani as associate director. Shabina Khan assisted Malhotra with costume design.[27]

The film marked Karan Johar's directorial debut

Casting

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Johar was certain about casting Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol in the lead roles.[28] The role of Tina, however, proved more difficult to fill. It was initially written for Twinkle Khanna, who declined the offer.[29] Other actresses, including Aishwarya Rai, Raveena Tandon, Tabu, Urmila Matondkar, Shilpa Shetty, and Karisma Kapoor, were also approached but turned it down.[29] Aditya Chopra and Shah Rukh Khan recommended Rani Mukerji after watching her performance in Raja Ki Aayegi Baaraat (1996), and Johar subsequently cast her in the role.[30][31]

Mukerji later stated that she was seventeen years old during production and found portraying a mother particularly challenging. In a 2023 interview, she stated, "I was 17 years old, I played a mom in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. I was Tina. But luckily, I was a ghost mum in that film."[32] Despite limited screen time, her performance received positive attention and contributed to her early career success.

The character of Aman Mehra was initially offered to Saif Ali Khan and Chandrachur Singh, both of whom declined. Salman Khan accepted the role following a meeting with Johar at the home of his sister, Alvira Khan Agnihotri. Although there were initial concerns regarding his remuneration, he eventually agreed to join the cast, completing the film's principal ensemble.[31]

Filming

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Principal photography commenced on 21 August 1997 and lasted for approximately nine and a half months.[18] The film was shot across multiple international and domestic locations. The college scenes were filmed at the University of Mauritius in Moka, while the summer camp sequences, set in Shimla, were filmed at Wenlock Downs in Ooty, Tamil Nadu.[33][34][35] The title song was shot over ten days in various scenic locations in Scotland, including Eilean Donan Castle, Glen Coe, Loch Lomond, and Tantallon Castle.[36][37][38][39]

Due to the relative inexperience of the crew, Shah Rukh Khan frequently assisted with technical aspects during filming. Johar later acknowledged his own limited knowledge of direction and production techniques at the time.[24] During the filming of the song "Yeh Ladka Hai Deewana", Kajol lost control of her bicycle, resulting in a fall that injured her knee and rendered her briefly unconscious. She later described the accident as her most memorable moment from the shoot, as she had no recollection of it.[40]

For the emotional reunion scene between Rahul and Anjali after eight years, Johar encouraged the actors to rehearse and improvise their reactions. He secretly recorded the rehearsal and was so impressed by the result that he included the footage in the final cut of the film.[41]

Soundtrack

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
Soundtrack album by
Jatin–Lalit
Released19 August 1998
GenreFeature film soundtrack
LabelSony Music
ProducerJatin–Lalit

The soundtrack for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was composed by Jatin–Lalit, with lyrics written by Sameer. It marked the duo’s first collaboration with director Karan Johar and was released by Sony Music on 19 August 1998.[42] Initially, lyricist Javed Akhtar was contracted to write the songs and had completed one track, “Koi Mil Gaya.” However, upon learning the film's title, he objected, describing it as “mediocre, obscene, and vulgar.” Akhtar subsequently withdrew from the project. He later expressed regret over his decision, acknowledging the film’s popularity and cultural impact.[43]

The album became the highest-selling Bollywood soundtrack of 1998, with an estimated eight million units sold in India.[44] The title song remained on the Indian music charts for over a year, and the album peaked at number two on the Malaysian Albums Chart (RIM) in 1999.[45] Sony Music Indonesia reported additional sales of 300,000 units, bringing combined sales in India and Indonesia to approximately 8.3 million.[46]

In a 2012 audience poll conducted by NDTV, the title track was voted the most popular Hindi film song of the preceding decade. In a similar poll conducted by the BBC, the full soundtrack ranked second, behind that of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995), which was also composed by Jatin–Lalit.[47]

No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Kuch Kuch Hota Hai"Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik4:56
2."Koi Mil Gaya"Kavita Krishnamurthy, Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik7:16
3."Saajanji Ghar Aaye"Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik, Kavita Krishnamurthy7:14
4."Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (Sad)"Alka Yagnik1:26
5."Raghupati Raghav"Alka Yagnik, Shankar Mahadevan2:05
6."Tujhe Yaad Na Meri Aayee"Alka Yagnik, Manpreet Akhtar, Udit Narayan7:05
7."Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai"Kumar Sanu, Alka Yagnik6:23
8."Yeh Ladka Hai Deewana"Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik6:36
Total length:42:59

On 2002, Sony Music India also released Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Sinhala version.[48]

No.TitleSinger(s)Length
1."Thummansaledi" (Kuch Kuch Hota Hai – Title Track)Mohini Singh, Noel Raj4:57
2."Pemphata Pura" (Koi Mil Gaya)Anuradha Sri Ram, Noel Raj7:17
3."Banda Thoran Ran" (Saaanji Ghar Aaye)Anuradha Perera, Sangeeth Wijesooriya 
4."Thummansaledi" (Sad Version)Champa Kalhari1:26
5."Hangila Ara Moko" (Yeh Ladka Hai Deewana)Anuradha Perera, Sangeeth Wijesooriya6:38
6."Me Jeewithayen Pala Ne" (Tujhe Yaad Na Meri Aaye)Anuradha Perera, Sangeeth Wijesooriya6:06
7."Khsithija Ime" (Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai)Anuradha Perera, Noel Raj5:55
Total length:39:37

Reception

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Critical reception

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai received generally positive reviews upon its release, with praise for its lead performances, emotional resonance, and youthful tone.

On Rotten Tomatoes, the film holds an audience approval rating of 80%, based on over 5,000 user ratings.[49] On IMDb, it has a rating of 7.6 out of 10, based on over 73,000 user votes as of April 2025.[50]

Katherine Singh of Refinery29 described it as “a love triangle for the ages,” adding that the film “still holds up” decades later for its blend of youthful nostalgia, strong performances, and iconic fashion.[51]

In India, Nikhat Kazmi of The Times of India gave the film 3.5 out of 5 stars, calling it a sentimental romance with “MTV ambience” and “Valentine's Day flavours.” She especially praised Kajol’s performance, while noting that “the second half gets drowned in a sea of emotions. Too many people begin to cry a bit too much.”[52]

Nandita Chowdhury of India Today described the film as “slick, urbane and predictable,” but appreciated Karan Johar’s ability to nearly recreate the chemistry of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995). She concluded it was “a good distraction” that would resonate with its target youth audience.[34]

Conversely, Sujata C. J. of Rediff.com criticized the film’s overuse of clichés and sentimental storytelling, though she praised Santosh Thundiyil’s cinematography and Sharmishta Roy’s art direction for elevating its visual appeal.[53]

Common Sense Media gave the film a favorable retrospective review, highlighting its “sweet and wholesome story of friendship and love,” though it noted that certain cultural references may be less accessible to international audiences.[54]

Box office

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Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was a major commercial success, becoming the highest-grossing Hindi film of 1998 in both domestic and international markets. It was also the third highest-grossing Indian film of the 1990s, behind Hum Aapke Hain Koun..! (1994) and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995).[55][56]

According to Box Office India, the film grossed ₹80.12 crore (US$19.4 million) in India and $6.3 million (₹26.61 crore) overseas, for a worldwide total of approximately ₹106.7 crore (US$25.7 million), against a production budget of ₹10 crore (US$2.4 million). It earned ₹8.06 crore (US$1.95 million) globally in its opening weekend and ₹15.13 crore (US$3.7 million) in its first week.[57]

India

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The film was released on 16 October 1998 across 240 screens, alongside Bade Miyan Chote Miyan. It collected ₹87 lakh (US$211,000) nett on its opening day and ₹2.74 crore (US$664,000) nett during the opening weekend. In its first week, it earned ₹5.64 crore (US$1.37 million) nett, the second-highest of the year after Bade Miyan Chote Miyan.[58]

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai went on to gross ₹46.86 crore (US$11.4 million) nett in India, with a distributor share of ₹29.88 crore (US$7.2 million). It was declared an "All-Time Blockbuster" by Box Office India and became the highest-grossing Hindi film of the year.[55]

Overseas

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The film had a strong debut in international markets, earning $800,000 (₹3.38 crore) during its opening weekend and $1.3 million (₹5.49 crore) in its first week. It became the first Bollywood film to cross the $5 million mark overseas, eventually grossing $6.3 million (₹26.61 crore).[59]

According to the book Global Bollywood, its total overseas earnings reached $8 million.[60] It became the second Bollywood film to enter the UK box office Top 10, following Dil Se.. (1998), and grossed $2 million in the United Kingdom.[61][62] In Indonesia, the film reportedly outperformed Titanic at the Indonesian box office during its theatrical run.[63]

Accolades

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At the 44th Filmfare Awards, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai received a leading 18 nominations and won 8 awards, including Best Film, Best Director, Best Actor, and Best Actress.[64] It became the third film in Filmfare history to win all four top awards, following Guide (1965) and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995). Subsequent films to achieve the same distinction include Devdas (2002), Black (2005), and Gully Boy (2019).[65]

Award Date of the ceremony Category Recipients Result Ref.
Screen Awards January 1999 Best Film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Won [66]
Best Director Karan Johar Won
Best Actor Shah Rukh Khan Nominated
Best Actress Kajol Nominated
Best Comedian Archana Puran Singh Won
Best Music Director Jatin–Lalit Won
Filmfare Awards 21 February 1999 Best Film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Won
Best Director Karan Johar Won
Best Actor Shah Rukh Khan Won
Best Actress Kajol Won
Best Supporting Actor Salman Khan Won
Best Supporting Actress Rani Mukerji Won
Best Performance in a Comic Role Anupam Kher Nominated
Archana Puran Singh Nominated
Johnny Lever Nominated
Best Music Director Jatin–Lalit Nominated
Best Lyricist Sameer for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Nominated
Sameer for "Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai" Nominated
Best Male Playback Singer Kumar Sanu for "Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai" Nominated
Udit Narayan for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Nominated
Best Female Playback Singer Alka Yagnik for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Nominated
Alka Yagnik for "Ladki Badi Anjaani Hai" Nominated
Best Screenplay Karan Johar Won
Best Art Direction Sharmishta Roy Won
Zee Cine Awards 14 March 1999 Best Film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Won [67]
Best Director Karan Johar Won
Best Actor – Male Shah Rukh Khan Won
Best Actor – Female Kajol Won
Best Actor in a Supporting Role – Female Rani Mukerji Won
Best Music Director Jatin–Lalit Won
Best Lyricist Sameer for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Won
Best Playback Singer – Female Alka Yagnik for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Won
Lux Face of the Year Rani Mukerji (also for Ghulam) Won
Best Story Karan Johar Won
Bollywood Movie Awards May 1999 Best Film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Won [68]
Best Director Karan Johar Won
Best Actor Shah Rukh Khan Won
Best Actress Kajol Won
Best Music Director Jatin–Lalit Won
Best Male Playback Singer Udit Narayan for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Won
Best Female Playback Singer Alka Yagnik for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Won
Best Screenplay Karan Johar Won
Best Choreography Farah Khan for "Koi Mil Gaya" Won
Best Costume Design Manish Malhotra Won
Sansui Viewers' Choice Movie Awards 17 November 1999 Best Actor Shah Rukh Khan Won [69]
Best Actress Kajol Won
Best Supporting Actress Rani Mukerji Won
Best Child Artist Sana Saeed Won
National Film Awards 15 February 2000 Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Entertainment Kuch Kuch Hota Hai Won [70]
Best Female Playback Singer Alka Yagnik for "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" Won

Legacy

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Rani Mukerji, Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol during the 20th anniversary celebration of the film.

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai has been the subject of extensive critical analysis and cultural commentary since its release. Film critic Subhash K. Jha described it as "a simple, stylish, sensuous and ambrosial love story," highlighting the chemistry between the lead actors as "unbeatable."[71] A reviewer for Time Out Film Guide noted that while the second love triangle extended the narrative, the film's performances, cinematography, storytelling, and musical numbers were "energetically colourful."[72] In 2004, Meor Shariman of Malay Mail called the film a “must-watch” for both Bollywood enthusiasts and newcomers.[73] Conversely, some critics have pointed out the film's portrayal of idealized characters and settings;[25] director Karan Johar has acknowledged this, stating that the film was intended as a form of escapism.[74]

The film's enduring popularity has led to various homages in Indian cinema. The 2012 romantic comedy Shirin Farhad Ki Toh Nikal Padi featured promotional materials and a musical number, "Ramba Mein Samba," that paid tribute to Kuch Kuch Hota Hai.[75][76] In 2010, Time magazine included the film in its list of "Five Essential Bollywood Movies to Netflix," recognizing its significance in the genre.[77] Critic Shubhra Gupta also featured the film in her book 50 Films That Changed Bollywood, 1995–2015, citing its impact on the industry's narrative and stylistic approaches.[78]

In 2018, Johar hosted a commemorative event in Mumbai to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, attended by lead actors Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji. During the event, the cast shared memories from the production, and Khan humorously admitted that he initially found the script confusing but agreed to do the film out of faith in Johar’s vision.[79][80]

Johar had expressed interest in creating an animated adaptation of the film; however, as of October 2012, the project was placed on indefinite hold due to the limited success of animated films in the Indian market.[81]

In January 2023, IndieWire ranked Kuch Kuch Hota Hai as the top romantic comedy available on Netflix globally, ahead of titles like Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (2010) and Notting Hill (1999). Critics Kate Erbland and Alison Foreman described it as "a bittersweet and bubbly story of young love, missed opportunity, and female friendship," noting its memorable "romantic gazebo scene."[82]

The film is frequently cited as a cultural touchstone in Hindi cinema, influencing fashion trends, musical compositions, and contemporary romantic storytelling. It was ranked 46th in Time Out's list of "The 100 Best Bollywood Movies," praised as "a landmark of '90s Bollywood" for its emotional depth and widespread appeal.[83] In a 2012 audience poll by NDTV, the title track was voted the most popular Hindi film song of the preceding decade, while a BBC poll ranked the soundtrack second among Bollywood albums, following Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995).[47]

Home media and streaming

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A few years after its theatrical release, Sony acquired the satellite broadcasting rights for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai for ₹4 crore.[84] The film was subsequently released on VHS and DVD formats. A Blu-ray edition was issued in India on 19 February 2011, featuring 1080p resolution and DTS-HD Master Audio 5.1 sound.[85]

As of 2025, the film is available for streaming on platforms including Netflix and Amazon Prime Video.[86][87] It is also offered for digital rental and purchase through Apple TV.[88]

Kuch Kuch Hota Hai continues to receive frequent television broadcasts, often paired with Johar's subsequent film Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... (2001), and consistently achieves high viewership ratings. Reflecting on the lasting popularity of both titles, Johar remarked, “It’s gratifying to know that they’ve aged well and passed the test of time.”[89]

See also

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Footnotes

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