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Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani released almost a decade and a half ago, but even after all these years, the Ayan Mukerji directorial enjoys a dedicated fan base.
Starring Deepika Padukone and Ranbir Kapoor in the lead roles, alongside Kalki Koechlin and Aditya Roy Kapur, the iconic romantic comedy celebrated love and friendship. It made an entire generation believe in happy endings through Naina and Bunny's love story. So, when the much-loved film received a shoutout from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the organisation behind the prestigious Oscar Awards, fans simply couldn't keep calm.
The Academy Shares Deepika Padukone-Ranbir Kapoor’s YJHD Scene
"Jitna bhi try karo Bunny, life mein kuch na kuch toh chhutega hi" is a dialogue that continues to live rent-free in the minds of countless Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani fans. Dressed in an iconic blue-and-white suit with a pink dupatta, Naina delivered a life lesson that went on to become one of the film's most memorable moments. The beautiful scene was filmed against the stunning backdrop of Kumbha Palace, located inside Chittorgarh Fort in Rajasthan.
On Saturday night, The Academy shared the iconic scene on its official Instagram handle, leaving fans pleasantly surprised and the desi internet buzzing with excitement.
They captioned the post, "A reminder from Naina to enjoy what’s right in front of you."
This is not the first time The Academy has given a shout-out to Indian cinema and its stars. Earlier, on Shah Rukh Khan’s birthday, it shared a special post featuring the iconic dialogue from Om Shanti Om, leaving his fans delighted.
Internet REACTS
Ranbir and Deepika's fans took the post as a personal win, while the Academy’s Indian followers couldn’t stop gushing in the comments section.
"YJHD clip posted by Academy wasn't in my list," commented a netizen. A reaction read, "I’ve watched thousands of movies, but Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani always hits different. No matter how many times I watch it, I come back to this movie at least once a year. And deep down, it just feels like home."
A DP fan gushed, "Character so iconic even the academy posted about her. Oh Deepika Padukone, your stardom and legacy is insane." Another wrote, "Even the Academy is a Naina Paglu."
Meanwhile, Karan Johar’s Dharma Productions, which bankrolled the film, also joined the conversation and commented, "This scene will always hit different, universally."
Abiut Yeh Jawani Hai Diwani
Released in 2013, Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani is a coming-of-age romantic drama. It also starred Kunaal Roy Kapur and Farooq Shaikh in key roles.
Last year, the film returned to theatres and received a strong response from fans.
