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India Today
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
SRK meets new Raj and Simran from DDLJ-inspired musical, Come Fall In Love. Pics
Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan met the new Raj and Simran from the 'Dilwale Dulhaniya Le Jayenge'-inspired musical 'Come Fall In Love'. The actor met the leads, Jena Pandya and Ashley Day, who play Simran and Roger, respectively, along with the crew of the Rukh, who became a global household name as Raj in the 1995 original film, dropped by ahead of the musical's UK premiere, which opens at the Manchester Opera House on May 29. Dressed casually in a white T-shirt and denims, the actor was all smiles as he posed for a photo with the musical's visit was kept under wraps until the musical's official Instagram account shared the pictures. Shah Rukh Khan meets Dilwale Dulhaniya Lejayenge - inspired musical, 'Come Fall In Love' cast and crew in London. (Photo Credit: comefallinlovemusical) Jena Pandya, stepping into the role originally made famous by Bollywood actor Kajol, spoke of her admiration after meeting the legendary actor. 'Meeting Shah Rukh Khan and having him in the rehearsal room was such an honour. He was so generous with his time and support for the show. Being able to show him some of the iconic scenes that he and Kajol originally established was an incredible feeling and will be a long-lasting memory for me. I can't wait to head to Manchester next week and put this story on stage!," she Day, who plays Roger, a reimagined version of Raj, described the moment, saying, 'When he arrived in our rehearsal room and met the full company, it was a moment that quietly landed on all of us, especially in a way that didn't need words,' he said. 'He greeted us all with such love and genuine excitement about what we've been building. I can't imagine what it must feel like to see a project - beloved by millions - being reimagined as a musical 30 years later. And yet, he kept asking to see more!," Day added. Shah Rukh Khan meets new Raj and Simran along with the DDLJ musical crew (Photo Credit: Instagram/comefallinlovemusical) 'Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical' is directed by the original film director Aditya Chopra and reimagines the cross-cultural love story across the UK and India. It retains the heart of the film while offering a fresh take with an all-new English score composed by musical duo Vishal and Shekhar, following in the footsteps of the original's music legends musical features a cast including Irvine Iqbal, Kara Lane, Harveen Mann-Neary, Amonik Melaco, Millie O'Connel, Ankur Sabharwal, Kinshuk Sen, and Russel Reel IN THIS STORY#Kajol Devgan
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Shah Rukh Khan visits Aditya Chopra's 'Come Fall In Love – The DDLJ Musical' rehearsals in London
Shah Rukh Khan , the heartthrob of Aditya Chopra directed historic blockbuster ' Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge ' (DDLJ), made a surprise visit to the London rehearsal room of ' Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical .' This new stage adaptation of the beloved 1995 Hindi romantic film, in which Khan starred as Raj and Kajol as Simran, is set to make its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House from 29 May to 21 June 2025. 'Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical' is set in the UK and India and is being directed by Aditya Chopra, the original director of the record-breaking, award-sweeping Hindi-language film. DDLJ is the longest-running title in Indian cinema, playing continuously in Mumbai since its release in 1995. DDLJ is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. The cast and crew shares.... Jena Pandya (playing Simran) said: 'Meeting Shah Rukh Khan and having him in the rehearsal room was such an honour. He was so generous with his time and support for the show. Being able to show him some of the iconic scenes that himself and Kajol originally established was an incredible feeling and will be a long-lasting memory for me. I can't wait to head to Manchester next week and put this story on stage!' by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like AI guru Andrew Ng recommends: Read These 5 Books And Turn Your Life Around in 2025 Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo Ashley Day (playing Rog) added: 'When he arrived in our rehearsal room and met the full company, it was a moment that quietly landed on all of us—special in a way that didn't need words. Watching everyone take him in, I could feel how meaningful it was. He greeted us all with such love and genuine excitement about what we've been building. I can't imagine what it must feel like to see a project—beloved by millions—being reimagined as a musical 30 years later. And yet, he kept asking to see more! The words we shared privately are for one Raj to another Rog—but I will say, he was very happy. It was an unbelievable afternoon. I'll never forget it.' Iconic music duo and composers Vishal and Shekhar of the new English musical also commented on meeting Shah Rukh Khan and shared their excitement. Vishal Dadlani said, 'Having Shah Rukh visit our workshop was an amazingly positive experience for all of us. Raj met Rog, so to speak! What a wonderful moment in time. Of course, crucially for us, he loved the songs, the voices and the energy of the performances! He met and engaged with every single person after watching the rehearsals and even re-lived his musical theatre experiences from his early days. It's safe to say our cast and ensemble will always treasure their time with him. We're all hoping he makes it to Manchester to watch the show truly take wing at the magnificent Palace Opera House.' Sheykhar Ravjiani added, 'Mr. Shah Rukh Khan's visit on the sets of Come Fall In Love was a surprise that I think the entire cast and crew will cherish forever! His aura and sheer presence aside, meeting the original 'Raj' was an absolute delight for all of them. Theatre holds a very special place for Mr Shah Rukh Khan as his career began there and every member of the cast and crew could feel his pure love for theatre and the craft. The experience of meeting him and interacting with him is a moment that will be etched in their hearts forever.' 'Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical' 'Come Fall in Love – The DDLJ Musical' makes its UK premiere at Manchester Opera House on Thursday 29 May 2025 and runs until Saturday 21 June 2025. It will have a press night on Wednesday 4 June 2025. Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . And don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
