When it comes to romantic comedies, Dharma Productions is the first name that instantly comes to mind. From the iconic 90s hit ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’ to the recent blockbuster ‘Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani’, each film carries its own unique charm. Renowned for crafting unforgettable rom-coms, Dharma Productions continues to deliver magic on screen, with their upcoming film ‘Nadaaniyan’ as the latest testament to their legacy. Let’s take a look at some timeless romantic comedies that have etched Dharma Productions in our hearts forever.
Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013)
Ayan Mukherjee's directorial film Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani was released in 2013. Starring Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone in the lead roles, the film not only showed us a sweet love story but also taught us that sometimes while chasing our dreams, we lose our deepest relationships. Apart from Ranbir and Deepika, this film also featured stars like Aditya Roy Kapur, Kunal Roy Kapur and Kalki Koechlin.
2 States (2014)
Based on Chetan Bhagat's novel "2 States" starring Arjun Kapoor and Alia Bhatt presented a love story in a very accurate way, in which the struggle of love between families of two different cultures was shown.This film proved that love knows no boundaries. This film was directed by Abhishek Varman
Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania (2014)
Another memorable romantic-comedy film of Dharma Productions was "Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania", in which the pair of Alia Bhatt and Varun Dhawan won the hearts of the audience. This film was about true love and the difficulties faced by it.
Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani (2023)
Directed by Karan Johar, "Rocky Aur Rani Ki Prem Kahani" showcased the magical chemistry between Ranveer Singh and Alia Bhatt. The film features two people from different backgrounds who test themselves by living with each other's families before getting married. The events that follow expose the hidden prejudices of our society. The film had a perfect blend of wholesome entertainment, love and modernity.
Nadaaniyan (2025)
Dharma Productions' upcoming film Nadaaniyan, set to release on Netflix on March 7, 2025, is already generating buzz. Directed by Shauna Gautam, the film marks the Bollywood debut of Ibrahim Ali Khan and features Khushi Kapoor. Together, they are poised to captivate audiences with their fresh appeal. The movie tells a story of love, heartbreak, betrayal, and emotional turmoil, with a unique "contract" twist. The film also stars Mahima Chaudhry, Sunil Shetty, Dia Mirza, and Jugal Hansraj.