Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
Kernel Score: 93% · 4,564 ratings · Rated G
Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance
Released: 1995-10-20
Runtime: 190 minutes
Is Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge worth watching?
Must-watch. One of Bollywood's biggest love stories, about two young people and a stern father. It's long and full of songs, but it's warm, charming and utterly sincere.
Watch it if you
- love classic romance
- enjoy musicals and family drama
- want to try Bollywood
Skip it if you
- won't sit through 190 minutes
- dislike song-and-dance numbers
Best for: Date night
Fresh Kernels verdict, AI-assisted from our scores, audience reviews and the official rating.
Where to watch Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge
- Stream: Netflix
- Rent: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Raj is a rich, carefree, happy-go-lucky second generation NRI. Simran is the daughter of Chaudhary Baldev Singh, who in spite of being an NRI is very strict about adherence to Indian values. Simran has left for India to be married to her childhood fiancé. Raj leaves for India with a mission at his hands, to claim his lady love under the noses of her whole family. Thus begins a saga.
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Director
Cast
- Kajol as Simran Singh
- Shah Rukh Khan as Raj Malhotra
- Amrish Puri as Chaudhry Baldev Singh
- Farida Jalal as Lajwanti 'Lajjo' Singh
- Anupam Kher as Dharamvir Malhotra
- Pooja Ruparel as Rajeshwari "Chutki" Singh
- Parmeet Sethi as Kuljeet Singh
- Satish Shah as Ajit Singh, Kuljeet's Father
- Mandira Bedi as Preeti Singh, Kuljeet's Sister
- Achala Sachdev as Simran's Grandmother
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge FAQ
Is Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge worth watching?
Must-watch. One of Bollywood's biggest love stories, about two young people and a stern father. It's long and full of songs, but it's warm, charming and utterly sincere.
Where can I watch Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge?
In the US you can stream Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge on Netflix and rent it from Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge rated?
Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge is rated G.
What movies are like Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge?
If you liked Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, try Mohabbatein, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi, Roman Holiday and Love, Rosie.