How Shah Rukh Khan Helped Parmita Seth During DDLJ’s Farmhouse Beer Scene

When "Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge" turned 30, the cast members looked back at memorable moments from the film’s production. Parmita Seth recounted a specific incident that took place on a farmhouse set, where his character Kuljeet was supposed to be seen sipping beer and opening the bottle with his lips.

The lighting conditions were worsening, and the director wanted the shot wrapped quickly. Parmita was unable to sync his mouth movement with the bottle opening, causing delays. Shah Rukh Khan, who was playing the lead opposite Kajol, approached him and demonstrated the exact technique, explaining the cadence and angle required.

Paramita praised Shah Rukh’s calm approach, noting that he gave his fellow actors the freedom to try repeatedly without pressure, and was ready to take another take whenever necessary. Their rapport extended beyond the set; Parmita had previously met Shah Rukh at a Morani Brothers world tour where Shah Rukh performed live, and during that event a genuine friendship blossomed.

The film’s story features Kuljeet as the man favored by Simran’s father, leading to several confrontations with Raj. Parmita’s cooperation with Shah Rukh on that farm scene remains a cherished anecdote that highlights the collaborative spirit behind one of Bollywood’s most beloved movies.