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Kal Ho Naa Na Ho Turns 20: Three Life Lessons That Remain Timeless

As Kal Ho Naa Ho completes two decades, we look back at why the film remains close to our hearts even today, and how it nudged us to acknowledge the significance of optimism, resilience, and striking a balance between heart and mind in life's journey.

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As Kal Ho Naa Ho completes two decades, a lot of us look back at why the film remains close to our hearts even today, and how it nudged us to acknowledge the significance of optimism, resilience, and striking a balance between heart and mind in life's journey. KHNH starred Shah Rukh Khan, Preity Zinta, and Saif Ali Khan. Directed by Nikkhil Advani and written by Karan Johar, the story is about Aman, who brings joy into Naina's life. Naina is an often-sad MBA student who is dealing with family problems on the go. She falls in love with Aman, not knowing he's terminally sick. Rohit, Naina's friend, secretly loves her. KHNH is a story of love and friendship between the trio. On the movie's 20th anniversary, Karan Johar shared a touching message about what it means to him.

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Karan Johar commemorated the 20th anniversary of Kal Ho Naa Ho on his Instagram, sharing heartfelt sentiments about the movie. He reminisced about his father, Yash Johar, who produced the film under Dharma Productions, taking a nostalgic journey through time.

Three Life Lessons That Remain Timeless

Embracing the Present and Relationships

The movie's title, Kal Ho Naa Ho, highlights the significance of living in the present and minimises concerns about the future. The film showcases the essence of relationships, whether friendships, family bonds, or romantic attachments. It delivers a poignant message about the importance of cherishing and valuing the individuals present in our lives.

Strength Amidst Challenges

The movie taught us to stay strong no matter what, instead of shutting ourselves away from friends and family when things get tough. The characters faced their own problems, showing us how to be strong, keep going, and conquer difficulties.

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Balancing Heart and Practicality

Navigating through life's emotional and practical aspects, Naina's character in the film exemplifies the struggle many women face in balancing their hearts' desires with practicality. The movie delves into the nuanced perspective of a woman, emphasising the importance of finding a balance between emotions and rationality in decision-making.

 

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