9 game-changing films backed by Aditya Chopra

Beyond DDLJ: 9 game-changing films backed by Aditya Chopra

By Entertainment Desk May 21, 2025

Chak De! India (2007)

A gritty sports drama about women’s hockey? Aditya believed in it. This Shah Rukh Khan-led film shattered stereotypes and revived nationalism with nuance.

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Band Baaja Baaraat (2010)

A rom-com set in Delhi’s wedding world launched Ranveer Singh with a bang. Fresh faces, rooted storytelling, and street-smart romance made it a cult hit.

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Dum Laga Ke Haisha (2015)

In an industry obsessed with appearances, YRF backed this gem about real love. Ayushmann Khurrana and Bhumi Pednekar won hearts in this small-town saga.

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War (2019)

Aditya Chopra’s vision to create India’s own spy universe got real here. Hrithik Roshan vs Tiger Shroff set screens on fire with slick action and scale.

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Sultan (2016)

Not just a wrestling drama, but a layered story of pride, love, and redemption. Salman Khan gave one of his most grounded performances under YRF’s banner.

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Rocket Singh: Salesman of the Year (2009)

A risky, underrated story about ethics in business — not your typical Bollywood fare. Ranbir Kapoor’s subtle act and Shimit Amin’s direction won critical love. 

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Pathaan (2023)

The comeback of SRK and the expansion of the YRF Spy Universe. Aditya Chopra turned the post-pandemic box office into a global celebration.

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Mardaani (2014)

YRF broke norms with this female-led cop thriller starring Rani Mukerji. Gritty, real, and socially conscious, it showed Chopra’s intent to back strong women-centric cinema.

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Veer-Zaara (2004)

A timeless Indo-Pak love saga told with grace and poetry. Yash Chopra directed, but it was Aditya’s script that added soul. A cross-border romance that still melts hearts.

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