26 years of Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: When Kajol shared her take on Anjali's dilemma - Shah Rukh Khan or Salman Khan?

As Kuch Kuch Hota Hai marks its 26th anniversary, let’s take a nostalgic trip down memory lane to revisit Kajol's reveal on who she would have chosen between Salman Khan’s charming character and Shah Rukh Khan’s beloved Rahul.

In a chat with Humans of Bombay, Kajol shared insights about her character Anjali from Kuch Kuch Hota Hai. She revealed that her take on Anjali wouldn’t opt for sarees; instead, she would rock trendy track pants paired with chic, high-end sneakers, proving that comfort and style can go hand in hand!



When asked who her Anjali would choose between Rahul (Shah Rukh Khan) and Aman (Salman Khan), Kajol shared that on a script level, she might lean towards Salman’s character. However, she emphasized that in the film's context, the ending is clear and inevitable, leaving no room for any other choice.



Kajol’s character, Anjali, begins as a tomboy sporting short hair and secretly pining for her best friend Rahul. After an eight-year gap, she undergoes a transformation into a sari-clad woman with long hair, showcasing her evolution throughout the film.

In 2019, director Karan Johar acknowledged that Kuch Kuch Hota Hai was his most “politically incorrect” film. As reported by the Indian Express, he shared that Shabana Azmi had confronted him over the phone, expressing her strong criticism of the film's themes.