Dil Chahta Hai
2001, Hindi. Directed by Farhan Akhtar.
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Three inseparable childhood friends are just out of college. Nothing comes between them - until they each fall in love, and their wildly different approaches to relationships creates tension.
- Runtime
- 3h 3m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Hindi
- Rated
- U
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 361 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Dil Chahta Hai
Dil Chahta Hai is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Farhan AkhtarDirector
- Aamir KhanAkash Malhotra
- Akshaye KhannaSiddharth "Sid" Sinha
- Saif Ali KhanSameer Mulchandani
- Preity ZintaShalini
- Dimple KapadiaTara Jaiswal
- Sonali KulkarniPooja
- Ayub KhanRohit
- Rajat KapoorMahesh
- Samantha TremayneDeepa
- Suchitra PillaiPriya
- Suhasini MulaySid's Mother
- Bomi DoctorSameer's Father
Details
- Released
- 10 August 2001
- Original title
- दिल चाहता है
- Country
- India
- Written by
- Farhan Akhtar, Kassim Jagmagia
- Budget
- $2.1M
- Box office
- $4.1M
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Dil Chahta Hai: quick answers
Is Dil Chahta Hai worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 361 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Dil Chahta Hai?
Dil Chahta Hai runs 183 minutes (3h 3m).
Does Dil Chahta Hai have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Dil Chahta Hai. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Dil Chahta Hai parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Dil Chahta Hai is rated U in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Dil Chahta Hai on?
Dil Chahta Hai is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Dil Chahta Hai?
If you liked Dil Chahta Hai, try Not Easily Broken, Purple Hearts, The Secret: Dare to Dream.
Who directed Dil Chahta Hai?
Dil Chahta Hai (2001) was directed by Farhan Akhtar and stars Aamir Khan, Akshaye Khanna, Saif Ali Khan.