Juhi Chawla, an acclaimed actress and former Miss India, rose to fame in Bollywood during the late 1980s and 1990s. Known for her vivacious charm, she formed a beloved on-screen pair with Shah Rukh Khan. Their chemistry shone in hits like “Raju Ban Gaya Gentleman” (1992), “Darr” (1993), “Yes Boss” (1997), and “Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani” (2000). This duo’s effortless rapport and dynamic performances made them one of Bollywood’s most iconic pairings, captivating audiences and contributing to the industry’s golden era.
Recently, Juhi opened up about their 1993 hit romantic thriller “Darr,” a film that broke the mold for Shah Rukh and showcased his versatility. During an event at the Gujarat Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Juhi spilled the beans on the inspiration behind Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic ‘I love you K.K.K Kiran’ dialogue.
Juhi Chawla on Shah Rukh Khan’s Iconic Darr Dialogue
Reflecting on the iconic stammer in “Darr,” Juhi revealed, “Maine yeh notice nahin kiya tha (I hadn’t noticed it), but Shah Rukh was observant. Yash ji thoda haklate the aur Shah Rukh ne bataya ki unhone woh wahan se pick kiya tha (Shah Rukh once revealed that he picked up K-K-K-Kiran from director Yash Chopra, who used to stammer a little). He said, ‘I am going to use it in the film’ and wahan se unhone woh shuru kiya (he started it from there), and thank God for that.” (As quoted by The Indian Express)
In the Netflix India docuseries “The Romantics,” Shah Rukh explained that the stammering idea came to him after a chat with Yash Chopra’s son, Darr AD Aditya Chopra. He said, “I had a classmate who had a stammer. And then we did some little study, some BBC documentary or something where they talked about that people’s minds become aware to one sound, and it’s like a sharp current.”
He continued, “So, you can’t say the word. I told Yashji that I would like to use this aspect with the character. And then Adi suggested that because you become aware of a sound, let’s make him aware of the woman he loves the most, her name. So, I only stammer on the word Kiran. It was just for that one word because he’s so aware of her.”
About Darr
“Darr” is a psychological thriller that revolves around an obsessive lover named Rahul (played by Shah Rukh Khan) who becomes dangerously fixated on Kiran (played by Juhi Chawla), a happily married woman. Rahul’s obsession intensifies, leading to a series of disturbing events that threaten Kiran’s life and happiness. Sunny Deol plays the role of Sunil, Kiran’s husband, who must confront Rahul’s obsessive tactics to protect his family.
Directed by Yash Chopra, “Darr” is known for its intense storyline, memorable performances, and Shah Rukh Khan’s portrayal of an antagonist with chilling conviction. The film garnered critical acclaim and remains a classic in Bollywood cinema for its exploration of love, obsession, and psychological turmoil.
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