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Divya Dutta, talking about the Timeless Love story, looks back on 20 years of “Veer-Zaara”

Sanjana Bailwal2 years ago2 years ago1299 mins

Veer-Zaara completes 20 years of release today and Divya Dutta, who played Shabbo in the film, talks about the magic of the film in today’s time.

Actor Divya Dutta was already eight years old in Bollywood, when the character of Shabina aka Shabbo was offered to her in the film Veer Zaara (2004). While she confesses being apprehensive about taking a supporting role in the film, she looks back and says that “in the most unassuming ways I was launched by Yash Chopra”, considering she was flooded with offers after playing the character.

With the movie completing 20 years from its original release, the actor feels that Veer Zaara magic shouldn’t be attempted at remaking or a sequel of any kind.

I feel Veer Zaara should just be Veer Zaara- Divya Dutta

I don’t know what the makers think but I feel there shouldn’t be a sequel. It should just be one stand alone. I would love to remember Veer Zaara, as just that, directed by Yash Chopra and written by Aditya Chopra, she says.

The film which had the leads in the shape of Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta was recently released in theatres for the fans. However, Divya was not around when it came to theatres but was aware of the apt response the film garnered. She feels a cult film like would easily strike all locations.

“Veer Zaara is a cult film. Wherever I go in the world for my shoots or motivational talk or events. I definitely hear about Veer Zaara and I think it is a film which across all generations will be a very beautiful and popular film. A love story that is so deep and beautiful that it will definitely find a place in everyone’s hearts.”. The gen Z has seen Veer Zaara. Wherever I go and ask ‘Hey, which of my movies have you seen? ‘ a lot of people are like ‘Veer Zaara!’.

Adds, “A beautiful film will always be relevant in all times immaterial of what generations are watching it and re-releasing of the film, unfortunately I wasn’t in the city otherwise I would have loved to watch it in theatres. But how many messages I got about people watching me in Veer Zara. I think that is really nice. So these films are marked in history and in my career I was able to be directed by most pivotal directors.”
She also shares memories with late director Yash Chopra.

“Yash ji never made you feel that he is directing you. He is effortless and easy and in just his conversations, he will just seep in what he wanted to convey. He and I were total hardcore Punjabis and would bond over food and schedules on shoot. Even when I finished Veer Zaara, I continued these sessions of meeting him. They have seen so much life.”

They are such successful people yet to humble and to just sit with them and hear their stories is so inspiring. Ofcourse there is a huge chapter on him and Aditya in my book and they will be so special for me,” says Dutta, who will soon be seen in Bandish Bandita, Chhaava and Ek Ruka Hua Faisla remake.

PLOT OF VEER ZAARA

Veer Zaara is a tale of four souls, Veer Pratap Singh, played by Shah Rukh Khan, an Indian Air Force pilot, and Zaara Hayaat Khan, played by Preity Zinta, a Pakistani woman belonging to a rich political family. Chance keeps them together in India one day when Veer saves Zaara from an accident, leaving it to their instant infatuation, which surpasses borders and their cultural differences.

Despite the large number of interruptions that could have broken Veer and Zaara away from each other, their love is still deep and strong. They cannot choose their love but will instead have to part ways since their countries want more from them, forcing them to choose between their love and loyalty to one another.

One is in for a bit of a surprise when Veer gets flung behind the Pakistani bars due to wrong accusations. Years later, Pakistani lawyer Saamiya Siddiqui, working in India, picks up his case after being emotionally moved by his biography. As she tries to find out more about Veer and fight for justice on his case, she also finds a love story that defies all odds

Why Veer-Zaara Became a Beloved Film

Veer-Zaara is a very emotionally arresting tale, with fabulous performances and well-directed cinematography. Themes of love, sacrifice, and the power of human connections crossing borders are woven into this movie.

Chemistry between Shah Rukh Khan and Preity Zinta is undeniable, with that forming the essence of a love story to their characters. The nostalgia factor comes flooding again with some soft compositions by the legendary duo Jatin-Lalit. Iconic songs like “Tere Liye” and “Main Yahaan Hoon” have become timeless classics that even till today, fans love and rave about years after the film’s release.

The movie Veer Zaara successfully portrays the complexity of India-Pakistan relations through its narration. It emphasizes unity, understanding, and breaking barriers for the sake of peace.

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