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A sequel to Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham (2001) would be really interesting because
it left many questions for the audience about how the Raichand family dynamics
would unfold after the reunion. Would Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol’s characters have
difficulty adjusting back in India after living apart in England for so long? Perhaps

Kajol’s character might switch from yearning for India’s comfortable embrace, to
suddenly missing the independence she had in England. How would Kajol’s mother-
in-law navigate the two marriages in the home – would they move out or not? How
would Hrithik Roshan and Kareena Kapoor’s characters bond with the parents as
they grow older? All these can be answered in a sequel.
In your opinion, what are important topics that you’d like to see the sequel
address?
For a sequel or remake of K3G to connect with today’s audience, a few things would
need to change in order to speak to spectators in this day and age:

RAVNEET KAUR SACHDECHA • Family Dynamics:The strict patriarchal values portrayed by Amitabh Bachchan’s

Homemaker character might need softening to reflect more modern, balanced views on family
Owner; Homemade chile con queso food delivery, relationships, where individual choices and open dialogue are respected.
Yummy by Ravneet • Gender Roles: The depiction of women in traditional roles could be reimagined,
Owner; Screen Vibes giving characters like Kajol and Kareena more agency and focus on their personal
growth and ambitions alongside their roles within the family.
What classic Bollywood films would you be interested in seeing a sequel to, and

what do you think is key to making these sequels a success? • Cultural Expectations: Modernising the themes around marriage, class differences,
and gender roles within the marriage would make it more relatable, emphasising

The key to making a successful sequel to classic films is finding the right mix of love, acceptance, and breaking free from rigid societal norms.

nostalgia and new stories. It’s about giving more depth to characters that people
already love, while also bringing in ideas that matter more and is relevant to today’s • Mental Health Awareness: Including more open discussions about emotional

audience. Even though many of these ‘classics’ ended in a satisfying way, exploring struggles and mental health could resonate deeply with today’s audiences, offering

their stories further can bring a fresh perspective that fits better with the world today. a more empathetic take on the characters’ inner conflicts.

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