Yeh Dillagi (1994)
DirectorNaresh Malhotra
StarringAkshay Kumar, Kajol, Saif Ali Khan, Saeed Jaffrey
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Best for: Fans of 1990s Hindi cinema and romantic dramas with a love triangle.
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Yeh Dillagi story (no spoilers)
Sapna is the daughter of a wealthy family's chauffeur, and she dreams of romance and riches. The family's younger son, a playboy named Vicky, falls for her, and his parents along with his responsible, workaholic older brother Vijay vow to break the couple up. But the plan gets complicated when Vijay starts developing feelings for Sapna himself. The film blends comedy, drama and romance as the three navigate family expectations and unexpected attraction.
Should you watch Yeh Dillagi?
Watch it for
- Akshay Kumar plays Vijay, the workaholic older brother, while Saif Ali Khan is Vicky, the playboy younger son, and Kajol is Sapna, the chauffeur's daughter.
- Naresh Malhotra directs this 1994 Hindi film that mixes comedy, drama and romance.
- The story sets up a love triangle when Vijay, who initially tries to break up Vicky and Sapna, falls for Sapna himself.
- The film runs 155 minutes and features Reema Lagoo and Saeed Jaffrey as the parents.
Skip it if
- You prefer fast-paced modern romances; this 1994 film has a runtime of 155 minutes.
- You are not interested in love triangles involving siblings, which is the central conflict here.
- You want a purely comedic film; this one blends comedy with drama and romance.
Yeh Dillagi cast
Akshay Kumaras Vijay Saigal
Kajolas Sapna
Saif Ali Khanas Vikram 'Vicky' Saigal
Saeed Jaffreyas Bhanupratap Saigal
Reema Lagooas Shanti Saigal
Deven Vermaas Gurdas Bannerjee
Karisma Kapooras Girl on the road
Lalit Tiwarias Mr. GokhaleYeh Dillagi movie details
| Director | Naresh Malhotra |
|---|---|
| Writer | Sachin Bhowmick |
| Cinematography | Raju Kaygee |
| Release date | 5 May 1994 |
| Runtime | 2h 35m (155 minutes) |
| Original language | Hindi |
| Country of origin | India |
| Languages spoken in the film | Hindi |
Parental guide: is Yeh Dillagi family friendly?
This is a general guide based on the film's genres; it is a romantic comedy-drama from 1994. This is a general guide based on genre and certification.
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Our verdict
Yeh Dillagi offers a classic 90s love triangle with Akshay Kumar, Kajol and Saif Ali Khan. The film's mix of comedy and drama, directed by Naresh Malhotra, makes it a decent watch for fans of that era. However, its 155-minute runtime might feel long for some viewers.
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Where can I watch Yeh Dillagi online in India?
Yeh Dillagi is available for streaming on Netflix in India. It can also be rented or bought on Apple TV Store and YouTube.
When was Yeh Dillagi released?
Yeh Dillagi was released in India on 5 May 1994.
Who is in the cast of Yeh Dillagi?
The cast includes Akshay Kumar as Vijay Saigal, Kajol as Sapna, Saif Ali Khan as Vikram 'Vicky' Saigal, Saeed Jaffrey as Bhanupratap Saigal, Reema Lagoo as Shanti Saigal, Deven Verma as Gurdas Bannerjee, Karisma Kapoor as Girl on the road, and Lalit Tiwari as Mr. Gokhale.
Who directed Yeh Dillagi?
Yeh Dillagi was directed by Naresh Malhotra.
What is the runtime of Yeh Dillagi?
Yeh Dillagi has a runtime of 155 minutes.
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