10 years of Dil Dhadakne Do: A celebration of family, freedom, and flaws

It's been 10 years since Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadakne Do embarked on the journey into the hearts of moviegoers around the world. It was released on June 5, 2015, and the movie combined family drama with those idyllic European landscapes, providing Indian cinema with one of its most glamorous and heart-moving ensemble tales. With the film reaching its 10-year milestone, nostalgia is high not only among the fans but even its renowned cast.

Anil Kapoor remembers

Veteran actor Anil Kapoor, who played the dominating yet vulnerable patriarch Kamal Mehra, commemorated the milestone with throwback pictures and heartfelt reflections on social media. Captioning the post with memories from the shoot and praise for his co-stars, Kapoor wrote: "0 years and it still feels like yesterday. What a journey, what a team."

His performance was widely appreciated when it was released, so much so that he even won the Filmfare Award for Best Supporting Actor. Kapoor's sensitive acting beautifully balanced drama and humor to portray the spirit of a man caught in the dilemma of his weakness in light of change.

An ensemble cast that set the screen ablaze

The magic of the film was largely a function of its power-packed cast. Dil Dhadakne Do united Priyanka Chopra, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Farhan Akhtar, and Shefali Shah in a memorable combination of chemistry, chaos, and charisma. The interpersonal crises of the Mehra family, rooted deep in tradition, modernity, and pent-up desires, found an echo among urban Indian audiences in a fresh, new manner.

Box office success meets critical acclaim

When released, the film hit gold both at the box office and among critics. It grossed more than ₹150 crore worldwide, and earned five Filmfare nominations. However, at the Screen Awards, it took home Best Ensemble Cast, and at the Stardust Awards, Best Costume Design a gesture to its classy, cruise-luxury appeal.

Soundtrack that made hearts dance

Music, a fundamental aspect of any Bollywood blockbuster, was composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy and written by Javed Akhtar. The soundtrack to the movie remains good a decade on, especially the energetic, family-friendly anthem "Gallan Goodiyan." Shot in one single take, the song became a crowd hit as well as a representation of on-screen harmony and off-screen chemistry.

Visual poetry on a cruise ship

Against the luxurious setting of a European cruise, the film's camera work made heads turn. Grand aerials of the Mediterranean were juxtaposed with close-ups, with each shot feeling like a travelogue with a depth of emotion. The visuals weren't merely pretty they were deliberate, mirroring the luxury that concealed deeper family dysfunction.

Where to watch now

For those who wish to watch this film again, Dil Dhadakne Do can now be streamed on Netflix India. Whether you see it for the fifth or the first time, the movie's themes of identity, rebellion, and connection continue to resonate universally.