Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol Immortalized in Bronze at Leicester Square
So here’s some truly heartwarming and historic news that’s bound to thrill every Bollywood fan around the globe—especially those who’ve grown up watching the timeless magic of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge . Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol, the beloved on-screen couple who brought Raj and Simran to life, are officially being immortalized in bronze at none other than London’s iconic Leicester Square. Yes, you heard that right!
After five years of planning, this spring will finally see a statue unveiled that captures the unforgettable DDLJ pose of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol—a scene that etched itself into cinematic history when the film first hit screens in 1995. This isn't just a tribute to a movie; it’s a celebration of a cultural phenomenon that’s lasted nearly three decades and still stirs hearts today.
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What makes this even more special is that Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge will be the first-ever Indian film to be featured in London’s “Scenes in the Square” movie trail. It will sit proudly among global film legends like Harry Potter, Mr. Bean, Batman, and Mary Poppins. That’s right—Raj and Simran are joining the cinematic elite, and the world is here for it.
The statue will be located outside the Odeon cinema on Leicester Square’s eastern terrace, a spot that holds a sentimental connection. Fans will remember that very location featured in the film when Raj and Simran unknowingly cross paths—marking the beginning of their unforgettable European adventure. It’s poetic in every sense.
According to Mark Williams, Deputy Chief Executive at Heart of London Business Alliance, the inclusion of SRK and Kajol is not just about honoring Bollywood, but also celebrating London’s diversity and the global reach of Indian cinema. It’s a nod to how storytelling transcends borders.
Akshaye Widhani, CEO of Yash Raj Films, perfectly summed it up by saying this milestone is a testament to the joy and love DDLJ has spread worldwide over the past 30 years. The fact that it’s now being celebrated in the very heart of a city that played a part in the film is incredibly fitting.
And guess what? The celebration doesn’t stop there. A brand-new musical adaptation of DDLJ titled Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical is set to open at Manchester Opera House on May 29. So fans in the UK are in for a double treat—a stunning stage show and a bronze tribute just a train ride away.
In a world that’s constantly shifting, the love story of Raj and Simran continues to stand still—timeless, magical, and now quite literally cast in bronze for the world to admire. If that isn’t cinematic immortality, I don’t know what is.
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