Yeh Dil (2003) brought Tusshar Kapoor and Anita Hassanandani together in a romantic drama that many still remember. Directed by Teja, the film is a Hindi remake of a 2001 Telugu movie titled Nuvvu Nenu, in which Anita also played the lead role. Turning back in time the lead stars talked about what all went into the making, about their character dynamics, experiences while working on the film and more during flashback interview with Lehren Retro.
Tusshar Kapoor played Ravi, a young man who feels lonely because of his strained relationship with his father. Talking about his role, Tusshar said, “Ravi’s story is about finding himself and having the courage to express his feelings. Many people can connect with that.” He also shared that, although Hindi is his first language, he faced some unexpected challenges, especially with emotional scenes and certain dialogues.
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Anita Hassanandani, who acted in both the Telugu and Hindi versions, spoke about how different the experiences were. “This time, it felt easier because Hindi is my first language. Working in Telugu was harder because of the language barrier, but it helped me prepare for this role,” she explained. Anita described her character as cheerful and optimistic, someone who falls in love with Ravi in the film.
The actors also talked about the challenges of remaking a regional film for a Bollywood audience. They mentioned the creative and technical efforts the team put in to adapt the story and make it relatable for viewers.
Even years later, Yeh Dil remains a special film for Tusshar Kapoor and Anita Hassanandani, as they shared personal stories and behind-the-scenes moments that shaped their journeys.
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