Mumbai: The unveiling of Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol’s bronze statue at London’s Leicester Square has been postponed because of the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict.
“In keeping with the current situation and to express solidarity with the nation and its brave army, DDLJ statue launch has been postponed to a later time and date,” an industry source told News18 Showsha.
To celebrate 30 years of the blockbuster movie ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’, the filmmakers had planned to unveil the statue at the iconic location in London before spring this year.
The pre-anniversary celebrations were scheduled to be held later this week.
According to Heart of London Business Alliance, the statue will be installed on the eastern terrace outside the Odeon cinema, alongside popular cinematic figures such as Harry Potter, Laurel & Hardy, Bugs Bunny, Gene Kelly from Singin’ in the Rain, Mary Poppins, Mr. Bean, Paddington, and DC superheroes Batman and Wonder Woman.
“The statue is a fitting tribute to the global popularity of Bollywood and a celebration of London’s rich diversity. We’re in no doubt it will attract fans from all around the world to Leicester Square, the home of film and entertainment,” Mark Williams, deputy chief executive at the Heart of London Business Alliance said in a statement.
Produced by Yash Raj Films and directed by Aditya Chopra, 1995 film also featured Anupam Kher, Amrish Puri, Farida Jalal, Pooja Ruparel and Mandira Bedi in key roles.
