bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveiled a bronze statue in London’s Leicester Square on December 4, 2025, celebrating 30 years of the landmark Bollywood film’s release. The one who has heart will take the bride away. (DDLJ). The statue, depicting the actors in signature poses from the 1995 classic film, is the first of its kind statue of an Indian film to be installed at this prominent location. The unveiling reunited the film’s stars and highlighted the lasting impact of DDLJ and its connection to London, where many scenes were filmed.

The statue now forms part of the Scenes in the Square movie trail, which features icons of global cinema on the east terrace of Leicester Square, outside the Odeon Cinema. This recognition is achieved in this way The one who has heart will take the bride away. Since its release on October 20, 1995, it has been celebrated worldwide for its cultural and cinematic impact.

The film’s story is based on Raj and Simran, two young NRIs who meet and fall in love during a European vacation. Leicester Square and other London landmarks are featured in the film, strengthening its international appeal.

The one who has heart will take the bride away. Has inspired musical adaptations such as Come Fall in Love: The DDLJ MusicalIt is scheduled to premiere at the Manchester Opera House in May, underscoring the film’s ongoing relevance in popular culture.

Reflecting on the film’s legacy, Shah Rukh Khan said, “It doesn’t feel like it’s been 30 years since ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ released. It feels like it happened just yesterday because ‘small things like this happen in big countries.’ But it still feels incredible. I am really grateful for the love that I have received from people all over the world for playing the character of Raj – no one could have imagined the way the film has created a place in the hearts of people across the world and I will never forget the moment when everyone started coming… watch the film and fall in love.

Kajol reflected on Simran’s role and the impact of the film, saying, “Almost every romantic film that came after has a piece of DDLJ in it, because somewhere, somewhere, history was made and it never left us. For me, Simran is a chapter that refuses to end. She represents millions of girls across this country – girls who want to do as their parents told them, who hold tradition in one hand but reach out for freedom with the other.” That’s why it still resonates. Every time someone says, ‘Ja Simran, it’s a symbol of the belief that courage and love can live together.’

Mark Williams, deputy chief executive of the Heart of London Business Alliance, described Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol as “legends of international cinema”, noting the significance of adding their likenesses to the Leicester Square Trail.

The sculpture honors film achievements and recognizes Bollywood’s presence in the United Kingdom The one who has heart will take the bride away. Almost three decades after its premiere, Mumbai’s Maratha Mandir continues to attract cinema audiences.