 23 Years Of Dil Chahta Hai: Revisiting 8 Iconic Shoot Locations

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1. Mary Immaculate Conception Church, Panaji

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2. Dudhsagar Waterfalls

[{"selector":"#anim-2606b839-f202-4770-8e53-ba08ac5ce703 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-12.499999772451451%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The breathtaking Dudhsagar Waterfalls in Goa provided a picturesque setting for the film's adventurous sequences. Credits: flickr

3. Chapora Fort

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4. Parra Road

[{"selector":"#anim-deaa9947-19e2-4b7c-88d1-9b76da7e1cd2 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-28.90624987200394%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The charming Parra Road in Goa was featured prominently, showcasing its serene and scenic beauty. Credits: Flickr

5. Mahabaleshwar

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6. Sydney Harbour Bridge, Australia

[{"selector":"#anim-7c703852-c11f-4522-aaca-c6b7846ee8e9 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-59.88747074524603%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The stunning Sydney Harbour Bridge set a vibrant backdrop for the lively "Jaane kyu log" number. Credits: tseries/youtube

7. Waverley Cemetery, Sydney

[{"selector":"#anim-fce9ec25-8e30-4797-ba28-6716517e2d4b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-52.38907820939228%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The poignant "Tanhayee" song was shot at the evocative Waverley Cemetery, enhancing its emotional depth. Credits: tseries/youtube

8. Macquarie Lightstation, Sydney

[{"selector":"#anim-90b7123f-3ede-4425-8997-5fea9ad6b656 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-12.451675029890179%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] The Macquarie Lightstation's dramatic setting beautifully complemented the melancholy mood of the "Tanhayee" song. Credits: flickr

[{"selector":"#anim-a1b6a2cf-7c51-4d02-b6cf-8860b9c6295b [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate3d(-56.20361268366286%, 0, 0) translate(-25%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate3d(0%, 0, 0) translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"fill":"forwards"}] Have you been to any of these shoot locations yet? Credits: Unsplash