The film Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was already famous all over India, but now it is gaining popularity across Indonesia. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on a diplomatic three nation visit spanning Indonesia, Australia, and New Zealand. Currently, PM Modi is in Jakarta (Indonesia).
He talked about many issues, right from the relationship between India and Indonesia to the defense deals and maritime security. But among all these serious matters, the Prime Minister made such a comment that kept the entire Bollywood industry happy.
He addressed the Indian community and spoke about the popularity of Indian cinema in the country, specifically mentioning Karan Johar’s Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. In his speech, PM Modi said,
"The Indian song 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' is very popular here. Today I said that when India and Indonesia move forward together, it's not 'something' but 'a lot.'"
PM Modi referred to the song as "the song of India."
I feel very proud: Karan Johar
Sharing a video clip of Prime Minister Modi’s speech, the director of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Karan Johar, conveyed his joy. He wrote on his social media account,
Elated & honoured to have our esteemed Prime Minister @narendramodi ji speak about Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Jakarta. There is indeed a language that transcends all - it's love. Thank you for embracing & making this song live forever!!!
Another post appeared on the Instagram page of Karan Johar's production company, Dharma. In this post, the production house wrote,
"Cinema and music have a unique way of transcending borders and bringing people together.
Honoured to have our Prime Minister - Shri Narendra Modi ji acknowledge the enduring global appreciation for Kuch Kuch Hota Hai in Jakarta!"
Interesting Facts About Kuch Kuch Hota Hai
The movie "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" was released in theaters on October 16, 1998. It is a romantic comedy drama movie directed by Karan Johar. Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, Rani Mukerji, and Salman Khan were the lead actors in the film.
Shah Rukh Khan's unique hand spanning and air waving step in the title track "Kuch Kuch Hota Hai" was created through this film only. The choreography of Farah Khan made this step SRK's signature step.
This film sold 10 million audio cassettes and CDs in 1998 and became India's top selling music album. The musical duo Jatin-Lalit was awarded the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for this movie.
Alka Yagnik received the Best Female Playback Singer award for the title track ‘Kuch Kuch Hota Hai’.
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