Could Simran from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge exist in today’s Gen Z world? According to Kajol, probably not in the same way.
The actor recently reflected on how parenting styles, relationships, and young people’s attitudes have drastically evolved since the 1990s — the era that gave Bollywood one of its most iconic love stories, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.
Speaking on Shame Less with Lilly Singh, Kajol shared how the idea of seeking parental permission has changed for today’s generation.
Referring to her legendary character Simran, who sought her father’s approval in the film, Kajol said modern teenagers are far more direct.
“I don’t think anybody at the age of 18 or 19 is going up and telling their dad, ‘Can I please go on this trip?’ It’s more like, ‘Dad, I really have to go on this school trip, and you really have to pay for it.’”
Her statement sparked laughter while also highlighting how Gen Z approaches independence very differently compared to the traditional family dynamics shown in DDLJ.
Despite changing times, Kajol believes one important lesson from the film remains timeless.
She said she hopes younger audiences continue to value relationships and family bonds.
“Relationships and family matter at the end of the day. Your family is your family, and they love you. That’s what it’s all about,” she shared.
When asked what she wouldn’t want Gen Z to copy from DDLJ, Kajol responded with her trademark humour.
“My dressing sense, at least, for sure,” she joked.
Released in 1995, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge starring Kajol and Shah Rukh Khan remains one of Bollywood’s most celebrated romantic films and continues to resonate across generations.
On the work front, Kajol was last seen in Maa and Sarzameen and also co-hosted Two Much with Kajol and Twinkle alongside Twinkle Khanna.
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