Karan Johar Recalls the Fascinating Story Behind Shah Rukh Khan's Iconic Jacket in DDLJ
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Karan Johar shared that he and assistants secretly bought a 300-pound Harley Davidson jacket for Shah Rukh Khan in DDLJ, hiding its cost from the producer and guarding it to prevent loss, making it an iconic part of the film.
Karan Johar revealed that he and fellow assistants Uday Chopra and Aditya Chopra pooled money to buy a 300-pound Harley Davidson jacket for Shah Rukh Khan's character in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. They understated its value to producer Yash Chopra to avoid scrutiny and took turns guarding the outfit to prevent any loss. The jacket became an iconic part of Raj's persona and contributed to the film's lasting appeal.
