Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)

Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003) is a warm, bittersweet Bollywood romantic dramedy set in New York that blends comedy, family drama and memorable music. The story follows Naina, a serious, introverted MBA student weighed down by family grief and constant household squabbles. Her life brightens when charming, free-spirited Aman moves in next door and slowly brings laughter, hope and change to her family and to her best friend Rohit — who quietly harbors feelings for Naina. Aman, however, is hiding a painful secret (a serious heart condition) and chooses to sacrifice his own happiness to ensure Naina finds love and a full life. If you watch this film you’ll experience a wide emotional range: lighthearted humor and warm family moments, spirited performances (especially Shah Rukh Khan’s effervescent Aman), sweeping romantic scenes, and genuinely moving, tear-jerking moments as the truth unfolds. The soundtrack weaves through the story, lifting both joyful and melancholy beats, while the New York setting gives the film a lively, cosmopolitan backdrop. Themes of love, friendship, selfless sacrifice and living in the present are handled with melodrama and heart. Overall, Kal Ho Naa Ho is an emotional rollercoaster — equal parts funny and poignant — that leaves you smiling, crying, and thinking about the importance of cherishing every moment.

Actors: Preity Zinta, Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan

Director: Nikkhil Advani

Runtime: 186 min

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Musical

54 /100 7.9 /10 6.7 /10