description Veer-Zaara Overview
Veer-Zaara is a 2004 Indian romantic drama centered on an Indian Air Force officer, Veer Pratap Singh, who is imprisoned after being falsely accused. Twenty-two years later, a Pakistani lawyer, Saamiya Siddiqui, takes up his case, leading to a complex legal battle and the unfolding of a star-crossed love story involving Zaara Hayaat Khan. Amitabh Bachchan and Preity Zinta feature in the film alongside Shah Rukh Khan.
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info Veer-Zaara Specifications
| Country | India |
| Year | 2004 |
help Veer-Zaara FAQ
Who plays Veer, Zaara, and Saamiya in Veer-Zaara?
Shah Rukh Khan plays Veer Pratap Singh, Preity Zinta plays Zaara Hayaat Khan, and Rani Mukerji plays lawyer Saamiya Siddiqui. The film was directed by Yash Chopra and released in 2004.
Why is Veer in prison in Veer-Zaara?
Veer is an Indian Air Force officer who ends up imprisoned in Pakistan under a false identity and false accusation. The story is later reopened when Saamiya Siddiqui takes his case.
What role does the India-Pakistan border play in Veer-Zaara?
The romance depends on the separation between India and Pakistan, both geographically and politically. Zaara is Pakistani, Veer is Indian, and the film turns their relationship into a plea for human connection across the border.
Who composed the songs in Veer-Zaara?
The film uses previously unused compositions by Madan Mohan, with music recreated by his son Sanjeev Kohli. Lyrics were written by Javed Akhtar, and songs such as 'Tere Liye' became closely associated with the film.
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