When he heard it, Mendonsa came up with the tune and recorded it on his phone. Directed by Nikkhil Advani. "[56] Rama Sharma of The Tribune thought that Shah Rukh Khan "infuses enough spark and affection", but was "overcharged" at times. Aman's cheerfulness gradually wins over Naina's family and he slowly starts to solve their problems. [57] Another Hindu critic, Ziya Us Salam, agreed with Nahta that the film belonged to Shah Rukh Khan. [18] Advani sent an initial draft to Johar and his father, Yash Johar. [55][57] Pillai also compared Shah Rukh Khan's death to Tom Hanks' in the 1993 legal drama, Philadelphia. Aman infuses life in skeptical and overtly serious Naina, and she falls in love with him. And you can be extremely lonely." Pillai also praised the performances of Shah Rukh Khan and Saif Ali Khan, particularly their on-screen relationship and comic timing. "[22] In an interview with Sukanya Verma of Rediff.com, Advani described Kal Ho Naa Ho as "the story of a family which is bogged down with a lot of problems"; one man enters their lives "and solves all their problems and makes them realise how their problems are not as big as they are perceived to be. “I think Kal Ho Naa Ho is a good amalgamation of the sound that we are capable of and, which is modern and contemporary, and combined with … His mission is both professional and personal: to protect his general's daughter from a radical militant, and to find his estranged half-brother. [104][b] Box Office India estimated the film's total collections to be ₹860.9 million (US$18.8 million in 2003), making it 2003's most profitable Indian film. [64], Unlike in many previous Bollywood films,[65] Johar complied with international copyright laws and obtained permission to rework Roy Orbison's 1964 song "Oh, Pretty Woman" for the film; the revised song was entitled "Pretty Woman". [66] The album had positive reviews and the title song, "It's the Time To Disco", "Kuch To Hua Hai" and "Pretty Woman" became popular. The average exchange rate in 2003 was 45.66, Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy is a trio consisting of, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, List of accolades received by Kal Ho Naa Ho, "Indian films in New York create Bollywood-on-Hudson", "Twitterati Go Bonkers As SRK's Magical 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' Completes 14 Years", "Celebrating 15 years of Kal Ho Naa Ho, the classic romance that brought Bollywood to America", "9 Reasons Sweetu Is Actually The Most Relatable Character In "Kal Ho Naa Ho, "14 years of Kal Ho Naa Ho: Athit Naik, Preity 'Naina' Zinta's brother shares shoot memories", "You Won't Believe What Frankie Ramdayal, The Cute DJ From Kal Ho Naa Ho, Looks Like Now! Aman takes out Rohit's diary and confesses his feelings for Naina, saying they are Rohit's. [74] The film won the Prix Du Public award when it was screened at the 2004 Valenciennes Film Festival. Bas wohi sabse hasin hai. Parkinson criticised its length. She notes that all of Jennifer's friends and family work together on the renovation and it reinforces "a 'pan-Indian' sense of belonging. [60], Johar ended his association with the composing duo Jatin–Lalit after they stated publicly they were displeased with his decision to use other music directors for Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham....[61] The soundtrack for Kal Ho Naa Ho was composed by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy[c] in their first collaboration with Johar,[63] with lyrics by Javed Akhtar. Uss haath ko tum thaam lo. [66][74] Its international distribution rights were acquired by Yash Raj Films. "[87] Writing for Variety, Derek Elley called the film a "slam-dunk" effort from Johar, with "a lightness of touch that sets it apart from the previous hits." [99], Abroad, Kal Ho Naa Ho was released in 37 theatres in the United Kingdom. Years later, his now grown up little brother Rohan embarks on a mission to bring Rahul back home and reunite the family again. View production, box office, & company info. ... Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) Plot. [68] A Bollywood Hungama critic called it "a fabulous amalgamation of Indian melodies and contemporary sound. Aman meets Naina, and they embrace while he tries to persuade her that he does not love her. [13] The Northeast blackout of 2003 forced the unit to cancel some filming. Kal Ho Naa Ho (Devanagari कल हो ना हो, Nastaliq: کل ہو نہ ہو, English: Tomorrow May or May Not Be) is a 2003 Hindi film set in New York City. The film's female lead, Naina (Preity Zinta) narrates the story. [22][38] Scenes with Saif Ali Khan and Zinta, including the song, "Kuch To Hua Hai", were shot in Toronto over an eight-day period in March–April 2003. Palko ke leke saaye Paas koi jo aaye Lakh sambhalo Paagal dil ko. He makes Rohit promise that, although Naina is with Rohit in this lifetime, he will get her in the next. [101] By the end of its first week, the film had grossed ₹84.64 million ($1.8 million in 2003),[b] the year's highest overseas first-week gross for an Indian film. [102] In the first month after its release, Kal Ho Naa Ho collected about ₹180 million (US$3.9 million in 2003) in the UK and US,[93] grossing in the UK top ten. Kal Ho Naa Ho [18][37] Johar went to New York City while he worked on the film's script and stayed at least one-and-a-half months[a] studying the people, their culture, how they commute and the lifestyle of Americans and the non-resident Indians (NRI) there. [97][b] Kal Ho Naa Ho earned ₹581.8 million (US$12.7 million in 2003)[b] in India and became the second-highest-grossing Indian film of 2003, behind Koi... Mil Gaya. [85] Metacritic, which uses a weighted average, has given the film a score of 54 based on four reviews, indicating "mixed or average reviews". [51] Film journalists and critic, Komal Nahta, in his review of Kal Ho Naa Ho for Outlook,[54] Ram Kamal Mukherjee of Stardust,[55] Jitesh Pillai of The Times of India, and Paresh C. Palicha of The Hindu all agreed that the film is thematically similar to Anand. [28] Saif Ali Khan and Zinta subsequently agreed to be part of the project. They are constantly on the move. There are 6 chords in this song: G, Em C Dm, D, and Am. It won two National Film Awards, eight Filmfare Awards, thirteen International Indian Film Academy Awards, six Producers Guild Film Awards, three Screen Awards, and two Zee Cine Awards in 2004. :-o - I also particularly enjoyed the running joke about Aman and Rohit being a homosexual couple - one could indeed ask oneself who is really in love with who here? Use the HTML below. Check out Kal Ho Naa Ho news articles and latest updates. Naina, an introverted, perpetually depressed girl's life changes when she meets Aman. (2003). Also stay updated on Kal Ho Naa Ho … He is not actually married; Priya is his childhood friend and doctor. I am sure the filmmakers are intelligent enough to be aware of these undercurrents, even if perhaps most audiences aren't!In any case, watching this movie (with a very sympathetic audience at a foreign film showcase here in Wellington, people who actually laughed in most of the *right* places!) The soundtrack was released on 27 September 2003 to positive reviews; the title song, "It's The Time To Disco", "Kuch To Hua Hai", and "Pretty Woman" were particularly well-received. An emotional Lajjo realises her mistakes and reconciles with Jennifer and Gia. Embroiled in all this is Rohit, Naina's best friend who conceals his love for her. [58][59] Dina Holtzman writes in her book, Bollywood and Globalization: Indian Popular Cinema, Nation, and Diaspora, that Aman's death was similar to the death of Jai (Amitabh Bachchan's character in the 1975 film, Sholay). [21] Advani said that Johar "underestimated himself" thinking he could not "do justice to it. Collaborating with Johar in a first, musical trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy composed the National Award-winning soundtrack and background score. Naina tells Rohit there is something she must say to him, leading him to think that she reciprocates his feelings. An Indian Muslim man with Asperger's syndrome takes a challenge to speak to the President of the United States seriously and embarks on a cross-country journey. [16], Around the same time, Nikhil Advani, who had served as an assistant director for Is Raat Ki Subah Nahin (1996),[17] Kuch Kuch Hota Hai (1998),[14] Mohabbatein (2000),[14] and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...,[14] had planned to direct a spy thriller set in Kashmir featuring Shah Rukh Khan. He suggests that they change the café to an Indian restaurant and its success alleviates their financial burdens. In both films, the protagonist is diagnosed with a terminal illness but believes in living life to the fullest. Add the first question. Showing all 6 items Jump to: Summaries (5) Synopsis (1) Summaries. [31][5] While Karan wrote the story and screenplay, the dialogue was written by Niranjan Iyengar. [4] The film stars Jaya Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Preity Zinta, with Sushma Seth, Reema Lagoo, Lillete Dubey, and Delnaaz Paul in supporting roles. [103] It earned ₹279.1 million (US$6.1 million in 2003)[b] overseas, becoming the year's highest-grossing Indian film. After his wealthy family prohibits him from marrying the woman he is in love with, Devdas Mukherjee's life spirals further and further out of control as he takes up alcohol and a life of vice to numb the pain. Kal Ho Naa Ho released in 2003 is directed by debutante director Nikhil Advani. [18] Johar agreed since he preferred not to direct the film to avoid repeating previous mistakes. "[48], In an extensive comparative analysis of Kal Ho Naa Ho with Siddharth Anand's 2005 film, Salaam Namaste, Cleveland State University School of Communication assistant professor Anup Kumar believes the films are similar representing "as an archetype" the "'unity in diversity'" of the characters. "[84], Kal Ho Naa Ho received a rating of 70 percent on the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes based on ten reviews, with an average rating of 7.25 out of 10. He came to believe the idea was unoriginal and would not work out. 68 of 82 people found this review helpful. A film about the battle between love and fear, between two stubborn men and their opposing beliefs and the outcome of the love stories of 3 couples. The city appealed to Advani, since he believed it mirrored Naina's personality. Lajjo and Jennifer have a serious fight about Gia, who calls on Aman for help. Just needs to go easy on the histrionics. Aman encourages Naina to be happy and to live life to the fullest; she falls in love with him. Jee bhar jiyo jo hai samaa. [78][79], The film received positive reviews from critics, with the direction, story, screenplay, music, cinematography and performances gaining the most attention. It tells the story of Naina Catherine Kapur, a pessimistic and uptight MBA student, living in New York City. Naina discovers his plan and chides Aman for trying to ruin her friendship with Rohit. 697 talking about this. [44] In September 2015, Shah Rukh Khan revealed that Johar "made a special edit" of the film for his children as a favour to him; in this version, the film ends before his character dies. But when Aman (Shahrukh Khan) arrives next door, the whole gloomy conditions change. Khan declined the offer because he did not wish to "play second fiddle",[27] and Kapoor refused the role because of a salary dispute with Johar. Only his mother knows he has been admitted to the hospital. Mukherjee called Advani's and Johar's treatment of the story "unique", admiring the film's technical aspects and its treatment of homosexuality "with a dash of [humour], and thankfully by not degrading its social connection. [18], Neetu Singh was approached for the role of Naina's mother, Jennifer, but she turned it down. [29] After Advani told her he would make the film in the style of Hrishikesh Mukherjee and Gulzar, both of whom were Bachchan's favourite directors, she changed her mind immediately and accepted the part. For intro, start fingerpicking at G chord, then follow the strumming pattern at C chord). [22] Khan's illness lasted for six months. Paas koi jo aaye. Manjula Sen of The Telegraph and Mimansa Shekhar of The Indian Express feel there is homosexual innuendo, particularly in scenes where Rohit's servant Kantaben finds Rohit and Aman in what she thinks are compromising situations, leading her to believe they are a couple. So he intends upon setting her up with her best pal Rohit (Saif Ali Khan). During their college years, Anjali was in love with her best-friend Rahul, but he had eyes only for Tina. KHNH was a commercial success and emerged as the second highest-grossing film domestically and the highest-grossing film in overseas and worldwide in 2003. KAL HO NAA HO is the story of Aman, Rohit and Naina's journey together. [56][57] Each felt it shared common aspects with other films starring Khanna: 1970s Safar, where terminal illness is also a central motif,[54][56][57] and Bawarchi (1972), in which the protagonist mends relationships between families and friends. Aman vows to bring Naina and Rohit together before he dies. Her life soon changes, when she befriends her neighbour, Aman Mehra, who is … Naina, an introverted, perpetually depressed girl's life changes when she meets Aman. With Preity Zinta, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Jaya Bachchan. The street where Aman and Naina live was filmed in Brooklyn, where the unit camped for two weeks in local houses. "[52], In The Hindu, Paresh C. Palicha praised Iyengar's "witty and crispy" dialogue but criticised the characters' Indian accents. Unhappy with the polarising response to his 2001 production, Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham..., Karan Johar of Dharma Productions decided to make what he called "a cool film" with "a different energy" from his previous projects. When Raj meets Simran in Europe, it isn't love at first sight but when Simran moves to India for an arranged marriage, love makes its presence felt. Joh hai samaan kal ho naa ho: This very moment may not be there tomorrow: Har ghadi badal rahi hai roop zindagi: Every moment life is changing: Chaon hai kabhi, kabhi hai dhoop zindagi: Sometimes there is shade, sometimes there is sun: Har pal yahan jee bhar jiyo: Live every moment here to the fullest: Joh hai samaan kal ho naa ho [90] Jami Bernard of the New York Daily News wrote, "Bollywood musicals, those big, loud, colorful extravaganzas from India, are an acquired taste and much of Kal Ho Naa Ho doesn't translate easily"; despite this mixed review, Bernard noted that the lead cast's characters "grow on you. Dev, a former football player is married to Rhea, a successful fashion editor. They felt it was controversial and did not want Advani to choose such a risky subject for his debut film. Well, it is always a bit difficult in Western countries to get to see Bollywood movies with English subtitles, and though I have made a bit of an effort to spot them in the last few years I wouldn't call myself a Bollywood expert - and of course I've grown up with Western rather than Indian aesthetic standards ingrained. [47] In Postliberalization Indian Novels in English: Politics of Global Reception and Awards, Maria Ridda compares the film with Kuch Kuch Hota Hai because both films depict the internalisation of Western ideologies into Indian culture. Jennifer runs an unsuccessful café with her neighbour, Jaswinder "Jazz" Kapoor. Unable to deal with the guilt, Jennifer's husband committed suicide. Sonu Nigam (born 30 July 1973 in Faridabad, Haryana, India) is an Indian singer whose songs have been featured in Hindi and Kannada movies, as well as films in Oriya, Tamil, Assamese, Punjabi, Bengali, Malayalam, Marathi and Telugu. Most Anticipated New Indian Movies and Shows. It tells the story of Naina Catherine Kapur, a pessimistic and uptight MBA student, living in New York City. Rohit and Naina's wedding, in which Aman attends, takes place soon afterward. He summarised the similarity between the two: "You can be surrounded by millions of people right in the middle of Grand Central Station. [33] Zinta said in an interview with Subhash K. Jha that she preferred "a very 'preppy' look", similar to Ali MacGraw's in Love Story (1970), and wore glasses to indicate Naina's initially serious nature. But Aman knows that he cannot marry Naina because of a secret which he cannot divulge to her. Tomorrow May Never Come, Hindi pronunciation: [kəl ɦoː naː ɦoː]), also abbreviated as KHNH, is a 2003 Indian Hindi-language romantic comedy-drama film directed by Nikhil Advani, written by Karan Johar with dialogues by Niranjan Iyengar, and produced by Yash Johar. Her father had committed suicide years ago which left a deep impact on her heart. But Aman has a secret of his own which changes their lives forever. [12] He used the former title Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna for his 2006 unnamed film. He says he loves Naina, but has decided to hide it because he is dying from a heart condition. Although Shah Rukh Khan "does the same thing over and over again", he performs his role "with such panache that all you can do is sit back and wait for that master artiste to unfold his magic again. [89], David Parkinson of Radio Times wrote that the film "retains a distinctive Bollywood flavour", despite being inspired by "Hollywood romantic comedies". Aman leaves the hospital and meets a frustrated Rohit, who asks why he and not Aman should marry Naina. Title: "[18], Jaya Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta were cast in the lead roles in December 2002. It was then offered to Bachchan, who was initially reluctant to take on the role. [14], The 80-person production unit then moved to New York City for additional filming in July 2003, when Shah Rukh Khan joined them. When Gia's biological mother refused to accept her, Jennifer adopted her. He is left alone with Rohit after Naina leaves the room in tears. Lajjo is hostile to Jennifer and Gia as she believes that Gia's adoption led her son (Jennifer's husband and Naina's father) to commit suicide. [56], Some reviewers and scholars believe that Kal Ho Naa Ho has indirect homosexual themes. Keep track of everything you watch; tell your friends. According to Holtzman, their deaths broke the bond between the two male leads and were necessary to establish a normative heterosexual relationship between Rohit and Naina in Kal Ho Naa Ho, and Veeru and Basanti in Sholay. Want to share IMDb's rating on your own site? In Kal Ho Naa Ho, Jennifer and Lajjo are a Christian and Punjabi Sikh, respectively; Rohit is a Gujarati. She concluded her review by saying that the film "will carry you with its exuberance. Anil Mehta, Manish Malhotra, and Sharmishta Roy were the cinematographer, costume designer and art director, respectively. [1][95] It earned ₹67.1 million (US$1,47 million in 2003)[b] by the end of its opening weekend, breaking Koi... Mil Gaya's record for the year's best opening weekend in India. In the 1970s, Om, an aspiring actor, is murdered, but is immediately reincarnated into the present day. Heartbroken, she leaves. [22][40] Advani and Mehta wanted to capture the city's change of seasons from winter to summer to highlight the transformation of Naina's personality,[18][20] but were unable to do so due to Shah Rukh Khan's illness. About Kal Ho Naa Ho (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack). [18], Kal Ho Naa Ho was made on a budget of ₹220 million (about US$4,818,211 in 2003). These couples' lives intersect and they each question their own marriage. But Aman knows that he cannot marry Naina because of a secret which he cannot divulge to her. [20][38], Shooting in New York City began on 15 July,[39] covering areas in and around the five boroughs and on Long Island. The soundtrack of the film was released in September 2003 by Sony Music. Nair noted that although the album "had a fairly diverse set of songs", he chose the title song as his favourite and called it "among the most moving songs produced since the start of the century". [12][18][36] The shooting schedule in New York City lasted for fifty-two days. [88] Manish Gajjar of the BBC found the script "fresh and appealing", and that Advani proves "he has the natural ability to handle both the lighter and serious moments in the film." They are joined by her daughter Priya and Rohit, who tells Naina that he loves her as they embrace. An army major goes undercover as a college student. [76], Costumes worn by Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Zinta were auctioned in December 2003 by Fame Adlabs in Mumbai. Check out the Indian movies with the highest ratings from IMDb users, as well as the movies that are trending in real time. BBC.com. Woh meherbaan kal ho naa ho Har pal yahaan jee bhar jiyo. Naina, an introverted, perpetually depressed girl's life changes when she meets Aman. Sometime after the wedding, Aman is on his deathbed and says goodbye to everyone. Jo hai samaa kal ho naa ho - - - - - - Palko ke leke saaye Paas koi jo aaye Lakh sambhalo paagal dil ko. Kal Ho Naa Ho – Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai Piano Notes For Kal Ho Naa Ho – Har Ghadi Badal Rahi Hai Notes as Western or Indian Notations, Click – Western – He praised Mehta's cinematography for capturing nuances and "heightening the emotion. [23][24] The first name of Shah Rukh Khan's character, Aman, was a departure from his previous collaborations with Johar where his first name in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai and Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham... was Rahul. [75] It was also shown at the Marrakech International Film Festival in 2005. But when Aman (Shahrukh Khan) arrives next door, the whole gloomy conditions change. I find that incredible. [13] Sharmishta Roy was the film's production designer. Years later, Rahul and the now-deceased Tina's eight-year-old daughter attempts to reunite her father and Anjali. [80] Film critic and author Anupama Chopra praised Advani's direction, noting in her India Today review that he "emerges as a distinctive voice". A young man with a vendetta against a business tycoon seduces his younger daughter, but she begins to suspect her new lover's connection with her elder sister and his ulterior motive. It explores several themes, such as the depiction of non-resident Indians, inter-caste marriage, terminal illness, and homosexuality through innuendo and homosocial bonding. But Aman has a secret of his own which changes their lives forever. Naina reveals she is in love with Aman instead. Given Shah Rukh Khan's screen persona, he believed Aman's death would have a bigger impact on the audience. Har pal yahaan. Soumitra. He noted that sync sound "improved" his performance "considerably" describing it as "one of the biggest blessings for an actor. Gajjar termed Kal Ho Naa Ho a "well-crafted product". Kal Ho Naa Ho, which released in 2003, starred Shah Rukh, Preity Zinta and Saif Ali Khan in the lead roles. In a Heartbeat". [71] It was the highest-selling album of the year in India, with sales of over 2.8 million copies. 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According to Kumar, Rohit and Naina's marriage symbolises the unity of the people of Punjab and Gujarat. The film stars Jaya Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, and Preity Zinta, with Sushma Seth, Reema Lagoo, Lillete Dubey, and Delnaaz Paul in supporting roles. [13] The music for the title song, "Kal Ho Naa Ho", was composed by Loy Mendonsa, while he and Advani were at a German Bakery in Pune. Dil dhadke hi jaaye Par soch lo is pal hai jo I tried to imbibe everything there was in NY. English translation of lyrics for Kal Ho Naa Ho by Kal Ho Naa Ho. Rohit also falls in love with Naina and asks Aman's help in expressing his feelings. [19][20] He later regretted the decision and thought about taking over from Advani but refrained from doing so out of courtesy. You must be a registered user to use the IMDb rating plugin. [2][b] Principal photography began on 20 January 2003 in Mumbai. [81] Mayank Shekhar called Kal Ho Naa Ho "a carefully constructed compendium of moments" which helped the audience "to feel lighter and to lighten up", concluding that "it works and is worth your entertainment bucks. Kumar notes that the characters' last names "signify ethnicity and caste." [34][35] Johar wanted Bachchan to wear jeans, believing that "it would be nice" for the audience "to see her in something unusual" and "break new ground" giving her a "fresh" look. Each title is ranked according to its share of pageviews among the items displayed. He had never been to New York City before, and used the films of Woody Allen, Martin Scorsese, Rob Reiner and Nora Ephron to learn about life there. Naina goes to Aman's house and is shocked to see a wedding photograph of Aman and his wife, Priya. "[82] A third review in The Hindu by Chitra Mahesh called Kal Ho Naa Ho "a smartly-made film" and praised Saif Ali Khan's performance, saying that "he has proved yet again what a wonderfully natural actor he is." Palko ke leke saaye. Kal ho naa ho is one of those songs that had a deep influence on me. May 15, 2015 | Full Review… Manish Gajjar. After hearing this song by ear, I decided to post this tab here. [106] The film won thirteen of its sixteen nominations at the 5th IIFA Awards, including: Best Film, Best Actress (Zinta), Best Supporting Actor (Saif Ali Khan) and Best Supporting Actress (Bachchan).[107][108]. Farah Khan choreographed the song scenes and appeared as a customer in Jennifer's café. Ridda agrees with Gopinath on the impact of Aman's transformation of Jennifer's café. Kal ho naa ho. It stars Jaya Bachchan, Shahrukh Khan, Preity Zinta, and … ).The soundtrack is stunning, and again it's great to see the way the New York setting gives opportunity to mix in some Western elements in an intelligent way. [93][94] Kal Ho Naa Ho was released on 400 screens across India and grossed ₹21.7 million (US$475,000 in 2003)[b] on its opening day, the year's fourth-highest first-day earnings. When Aman convinces Jenny to renovate the cafe and change it to ‘Cafe New Delhi’ and there’s a … Principal photography took place in Toronto, New York City, and Mumbai from January to October 2003. Aman had previously discovered the truth about Gia's parents and despite Jennifer's objections he reveals to Lajjo that her son had an extramarital affair and fathered Gia. Get a sneak peek of the new version of this page. Woh meherbaan kal ho naa ho. He believes that Rohit will be able to provide for her better than he can. "[53] According to Archana Vohra of NDTV, Advani "seems to have come up with an innovative way to present a done-to-death plot" and added: "Irrespective of the frills, fancy clothes and well-dressed stars, the film does strike a chord". – Slide 6", "Exclusive: Preity goes from peppy to 'preppie, "I've to depend on my acting skills now: Shah Rukh", "Wish I'd changed end of 'Kal Ho Naa Ho': Karan Johar", "Never shown the ending of 'Kal Ho Naa Ho' to my kids: Shah Rukh Khan", "14 years of Kal Ho Naa Ho: 14 unforgettable things about the Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan, Preity Zinta film", "Ehsaan Noorani Calls Working with Shankar Mahadevan, Loy Spiritual", "Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy out of Karan Johar's next", "#66 Kal Ho Naa Ho: Top 100 Bollywood Albums", "Music Hits 2000–2009 (Figures in Units)", "14 years of 'Kal Ho Naa Ho': Dialogues that will always be etched in our hearts", "Film Review; Romance, Comedy, Bathos: All Blended by Bollywood", "Weekend Box Office â€“ November 28–30, 2003", "Kal Ho Naa Ho â€“ United Kingdom, Ireland and Malta â€“ Weekend Box Office", "IIFA Through the Years â€“ IIFA 2004 : Singapore", "Bollywood and the Diaspora: The Flip Side Of Globalization and Cultural Hybridity In, "Inside 'The Temple of Modern Desire': Recollecting and Relocating Bombay", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Kal_Ho_Naa_Ho&oldid=1015709258, Short description is different from Wikidata, All Wikipedia articles written in Indian English, Pages using multiple image with auto scaled images, Album articles lacking alt text for covers, Wikipedia articles with WorldCat-VIAF identifiers, Srpskohrvatski / српскохрватски, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License, This page was last edited on 3 April 2021, at 01:52. 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