What's OnShah Rukh Khan and Kajol unveil new Scenes in the Square statue
The ‘King of Bollywood,’ Shah Rukh Khan and his co-star Kajol today unveiled a new bronze statue in Leicester Square, celebrating their iconic roles in one of Indian cinema’s historic blockbuster, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), directed by Aditya Chopra.
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Marking 30 years of Yash Raj Films’ most loved film, the statue captures Raj & Simran in an instantly recognisable pose, highlighting the film’s enduring impact on pop culture among South Asian communities worldwide.
This is the first-ever Indian film statue now officially standing in Leicester Square, revealed by Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol themselves. The sculpture honours a memorable moment from the longest-running Hindi film of all time, which even features a brief scene set in Leicester Square as Raj and Simran unknowingly cross paths.
Now part of the hugely popular Scenes in the Square trail, the statue joins some of the most recognisable characters in global film history.
Whether you’re a lifelong Bollywood fan or exploring something new, this brand-new statue is a must-see in Leicester Square. A celebration of love, cinema and a story that has touched audiences for three decades.
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Leicester square has been home to a number of historical figures. Statues of William Hogarth, Sir Joshua Reynolds, John Hunter and Sir Isaac Newton have all featured in the gardens, which at the centre, permanently showcases William Shakespeare.