When Shah Rukh Khan corrected Karan Johar on 'Goal' Gaffe in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: "It's a basket"

Karan Johar shared a nostalgic anecdote from the sets of 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai,' recalling Shah Rukh Khan's gentle correction during a basketball scene. SRK humorously reflected on the flashy costumes, particularly the Lycra tees, worn in the film. The movie, a cultural touchstone, continues to resonate with fans for its timeless appeal and heartwarming story of love and friendship.
When Shah Rukh Khan corrected Karan Johar on 'Goal' Gaffe in Kuch Kuch Hota Hai: "It's a basket"
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'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' is surely one of the best romantic films in Bollywood and on this Friday we feel that it's worth revisting an interesting off-screen moment from this gem.A Nostalgic Throwback From the Sets of a 90s ClassicIn a delightful walk down memory lane, filmmaker Karan Johar, last year, took to Instagram to share a humorous behind-the-scenes anecdote from the sets of his 1998 directorial debut 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'. The iconic film, starring Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol, and Rani Mukerji, holds a special place in the hearts of Bollywood fans and is often revisited for its unforgettable music, dialogues, and youthful charm.
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SRK's Gentle Correction That Still Brings a SmileRecalling a funny moment during a basketball scene, Karan revealed how he mistakenly referred to a shot as a “goal,” only to be gently corrected by Shah Rukh Khan. “He whispered, ‘It’s a basket,’” Karan wrote, admitting he was confused and started looking around for a literal basket before realizing the sporting terminology blunder.The Fashion, The Feels, and a Little LycraKaran’s post also included a clip of SRK discussing the tight and flashy costumes he wore while playing Rahul Khanna, the charming college heartthrob. “Those Lycra tight tees,” Shah Rukh admitted, “were a bit much.” Karan humorously added, *“So much of what @iamsrk wore in KKHH is still so fashion relevant even today! The belt bag, the oversized hoodies, the graffiti jeans… okay, maybe not the Lycra tees—those are a massive no-no now!”A Film That Still ResonatesKaran’s post, complete with hashtags like #memories and #the90s, reminded fans why the film—and its moments, on and off screen—remain timeless.More than two decades after its release, 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' continues to be a cultural touchstone. The film, which also featured Salman Khan and Sana Saeed, told a moving love story set across two time periods, brought alive by a mix of romance, friendship, and heartwarming reunions.

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