MUMBAI: Bollywood has often made us believe in love through their magical love stories. A set of filmmakers have set standards of love and romance, and on the other hand, a different set of filmmakers have unraveled unconventional love sagas. These unconventional love stories are emotionally charged, and they carry a deep human essence that connects to the audience. On this note, here's looking at the top 5 producers who backed unconventional love stories.
Sanjay Leela Bhansali - Guzaarish
Sanjay Leela Bhansali backed the critically acclaimed film Guzaarish, which portrays a heartfelt love story between a paralyzed magician-turned-radio jockey who files a petition for euthanasia. Starring Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in the lead, Sanjay Leela Bhansali backed an emotionally driven love saga that seamlessly fuses deep inner turmoil with the calmness of love.
Karan Johar - Kal Ho Naa Ho
Karan Johar not only produced Kal Ho Naa Ho, but also delivered one of the most iconic romantic films of all time. Headlined by Shah Rukh Khan, Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta, this film balances heartbreak, sacrifice, friendship, love, and the butterflies of falling in love. From the film's songs to individual performances of the star cast, every frame is a carefully crafted story.
Guneet Monga - The Lunchbox
Backed by Guneet Monga, The Lunchbox highlights the formation of a sweet bond after an unlikely mistake takes place. Starring Nimrat Kaur, Irrfan Khan and Nawazuddin Siddiqui, The Lunchbox dives into the friendship side of love, and shares its importance in forming something deep and real.
Pragya Kapoor - Kedarnath
Pragya Kapoor co-produced Kedarnath, which tells a tale about spirituality and love. Starring Sushant Singh Rajput and Sara Ali Khan, this film narrates a story between a Muslim porter and a rebellious daughter of a Hindu priest.
Mansi Bagla - Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan
Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan is an upcoming warm love story, starring Vikrant Massey and Shanaya Kapoor in the lead. Written, created and produced by Mansi Bagla, this romantic musical film talks about chance encounters, heartbreak, betrayals and the purity of falling in love. Produced by Mansi Bagla, Varun Bagla, and Open Window Films, Aankhon Ki Gustaakhiyan is directed by Santosh Singh and written and created by Mansi Bagla. It is set to release in cinemas on July 11, 2025.
With a different lens of viewing love stories, these producers have levelled up the bar of Bollywood romances.
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