‘Dil Chahta Hai’ at 25: How Farhan Akhtar’s breezy style created a new Bollywood coolth
Two and a half decades after its release, the fashion style and visual aesthetic of 'Dil Chahta Hai’ continue to evoke the same warmth. The film’s hairstylist, Avan Contractor, and set designer, Suzanne Caplan Merwanji, weigh in on how their creative choices gave the film a distinctive look
· 9/5/2026, 4:12:08 AM· 2 min read

Two and a half decades after its release, the fashion style and visual aesthetic of 'Dil Chahta Hai’ continue to evoke the same warmth. The film’s hairstylist, Avan Contractor, and set designer, Suzanne Caplan Merwanji, weigh in on how their creative choices gave the film a distinctive look
Read original story →Related stories

entertainment
Gavin and Stacey star Rob Brydon's regret at turning down Dolly Parton interview

entertainment
‘The Magic Faraway Tree’ movie review: Andrew Garfield, Claire Foy bring enchanting Enid Blyton adaptation to life
entertainment
‘Mirzapur The Movie’ review: New beast, same pulse

entertainment