'1942: A Love Story' gets a fresh spotlight at IFFI 2025

Entertainment Nov 19, 2025

The classic Bollywood romance, 1942: A Love Story, is making a comeback on the big screen at this year's International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa on November 21.
Fans can catch it in stunning 8K with remastered surround sound, thanks to a digital restoration, with part of the process carried out in Italy.

Why this film still matters

Set during India's freedom movement, the movie is loved for its emotional story and R.D. Burman's unforgettable music.
Directed by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and starring Anil Kapoor and Manisha Koirala, it remains one of Hindi cinema's most cherished love stories.
This special screening celebrates its lasting impact and why it still strikes a chord with audiences today.