blog

5 Interesting Facts About Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani

Directed by Ayan Mukerji, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani (2013) is celebrated as one of the most beloved Bollywood films of all time!

From its heartwarming themes of love and friendship to unforgettable performances, an engaging storyline, and wanderlust-worthy travel goals, this movie is undoubtedly a masterpiece!

Image Source: IMDB

Celebrating our love for this timeless masterpiece, here are 5 interesting facts about Yeh Jawaani hai Deewani! 

The script was crafted with Ranbir Kapoor in mind and the lead role of Kabir Thapar (Bunny) was always meant for him. He agreed to do the film without even reading the script!

Image Source: IMDB 

To build natural bonding, Ayan Mukerji had Ranbir Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Kalki Koechlin, and Aditya Roy Kapur drive to Manali from Chandigarh, but Ranbir’s butter chicken detour turned the 6-hour journey into a 14-hour food quest!

Image Source: IMDB

The role of Aditi’s (Kalki Koechlin) friend, Avi was played by Aditya Roy Kapur and her fiancé, Taran was played by Kunaal Roy Kapur, who are actually brothers in real life!

Image Source: Filmibeat Hindi 

Madhuri Dixit made a cameo with the iconic song "Ghaghra," and her character name, Mohini, was inspired by her memorable role in Tezaab (1988)! 

Image Source: IMDB

Naina’s role was initially offered to Katrina Kaif and Anushka Sharma before Deepika Padukone was finalized for the part!

ImageSource: IMDB

Director Ayan Mukerji makes a brief cameo in the film, sitting next to Ranbir Kapoor’s character when he sings "Kabhi Kabhi Mere Dil Mein."

Image Source: Scoop Whoop 

Recent Posts
Top 5 Kajol Characters that Stole our Hearts
5 Unforgettable Musical Performances at IIFA
Reviews for Sitaare Zameen Par are here!
Best Historical & Period Dramas on OTT
Akshay Kumar Dialogue's That Make Us Laugh!
Top 5 Hindi Comedy Web Shows to Brighten Your Day
Bollywood Movies That Are Perfect for a Family Movie Night!
5 Must Watch Female-Centric OTT Shows
Newsmakers - 15th June
Reel Jodi's That turned into Real life Jodi's!
5 Times Shraddha Kapoor Proved She's a True Foodie
Our 10 Favourite Mika Singh Songs
Lesser-known facts about Sonam Kapoor
Newsmakers – 8th June 2025
7 Bollywood Movies that Redefined Friendship!
Reviews for Housefull 5 are here!
Celebrating 10 years of Dil Dhadakne Do
Lesser-known facts about Jacqueline Fernandez
5 iconic dialogues by Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
7 Must watch R Madhavan movies
Celebrating 13 years of Cocktail with its Re-release
5 Times Sara Ali Khan and Ibrahim Ali Khan Defined Sibling Goals
Newsmakers – 1st June 2025
Bollywood’s Couples Who Won Hearts at IIFA
Reunions That Turned into Blockbuster Performances at IIFA
Historic Bollywood Characters We Love
Bollywood Stars Steals the Spotlight at Cannes 2025
Newsmakers – 25th May 2025
Celebrating Karan Johar’s incredible IIFA journey on his birthday!
Bollywood's Rising Beauties: The Actresses Who Are Winning Hearts
Lesser-Known Facts about Nora Fatehi
5 Iconic Dialogues by Ranveer Singh
Pet Parents of Bollywood – The Cutest Celebrity Pets on Instagram
5 Bollywood Movies to Help beat the Monday blues
Newsmakers – 18th May 2025
Nushrratt Bharuccha IIFA Looks over the Years
7 Vicky Kaushal Movies to watch on his Birthday
5 Madhuri Dixit Movies to watch on her Birthday
Lesser-Known Facts about Ishaan Khatter
5 Times Ananya Panday Stunned us with her Vacation Pictures