As ‘Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara’ completes 15th anniversary, Hrithik Roshan took a nostalgic trip down memory lane to revisit a film he says changed him both professionally and personally. To mark the occasion, the actor took to Instagram to share a memorable clip from the road trip drama, along with a heartfelt note, revealing that the film was filmed at a time when he was dealing with his own emotional struggles.Hrithik revealed that playing Arjun is more than just playing a character on screen. According to the actor, the character reflected his emotional state at that stage of his life, making the experience deeply personal.Looking back, he shared that shooting for Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara became a healing process. As Arjun gradually rediscovers himself in the story, Hrithik feels like he’s undergoing a similar transformation off-camera. Describing the experience, he called it “profoundly transformative and cathartic,” adding that it remains one of the most important milestones in his career.
Zoya Akhtar faith changed everything
The actor also credited filmmaker Zoya Akhtar for creating an atmosphere where every performer could be completely honest about their craft. Hrithik recalled that their conversations, even before the cameras started rolling, convinced him that she trusted her instincts and the actors.According to him, this confidence encourages actors to be spontaneous and not worry about perfection. He thanked the director for immersing everyone in the filmmaking process and said many of the film’s most memorable moments came naturally because of this freedom.
become an eternal memory
Recalling the shoot, Hrithik said the team never imagined they were making a film that would continue to resonate with audiences years later. Instead, the experience is like a close group of friends enjoying every moment together. “We just had a lot of fun.”The actor said it took him years to realize that those carefree days eventually turned into a movie that people continue to cherish. Today, he considers these memories to be the most precious moments of his life.Thanks to the team behind the videoConcluding his speech, Hrithik expressed his heartfelt thanks to everyone who contributed to making Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara special. He admitted that his co-star Abhay Deol, Farhan Akhtar, katrina kaif Kalki Koechlin made the trip unforgettable.He also thanked the producers Ritesh Sidhwani and Zoya Akhtar, writer Reema Kagti, lyricist Javed Akhtarphotographer Carlos Catalonia, music composer Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, choreographer Bosco Caesar and wabawe merchantAnd to the entire technical team for making this beloved film a reality.
