Mumbai, February 20 – Actress Sonam Kapoor revisited her "Delhi-6" experience on Friday, sharing memories from her time filming the movie on the 17th anniversary of its release.
Sonam shared a video montage featuring glimpses of herself from her hit film "Delhi-6," further evoking nostalgia among fans.
In a post on her social media account, Sonam wrote, "17 years of Delhi-6," accompanied by visuals of her character from the film, highlighting memorable moments from the movie.
The film, released in 2009, "Delhi-6" was directed by Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and starred Abhishek Bachchan alongside Sonam in the lead role.
In the film, Sonam portrayed the character of "Bittu Sharma," a spirited, young girl from Old Delhi, full of life, dreams, and innocence. Her character was deeply rooted in the streets of Chandni Chowk, which served as the vibrant backdrop and setting for the story. The film revolved around the return of Roshan, played by Abhishek Bachchan, who travels from the US to Delhi with his grandmother and rediscovers his Indian roots in Delhi amidst social and communal tensions.
"Delhi-6" was extensively shot in the narrow lanes of Chandni Chowk in Old Delhi.
The cast, apart from Abhishek Bachchan and Sonam Kapoor, also included Waheeda Rehman, Rishi Kapoor, Om Puri, Pavan Malhotra, Supriya Pathak, and Divya Dutta in significant roles.
While "Delhi-6" received a mixed response at the box office upon its release on February 20, 2009, it was largely appreciated for its music and performances. The film's soundtrack, composed by A.R. Rahman, became widely popular, and songs such as "Masakali," "Rehna Tu," "Sasural Genda Phool," and the title track "Delhi-6" became chartbusters.
Meanwhile, Sonam Kapoor is also preparing for her second pregnancy. She has been making public appearances at various events while showcasing her adorable baby bump. After her first baby, Sonam has taken a break from acting.