Iconic Film Locations in Bollywood have always looked out for maiden destinations and unseen locations, providing surprise and suspense to the movies.
These destinations have been favorites for decades; some have been discovered recently but have become famous overnight.
Rohtang Pass, Himachal Pradesh
The mysterious white, snow-clad, rugged mountains and uneven roads of the Rohtang Pass have been the fancy of Indian Iconic Film makers like Imtiaz Ali and Anurag Kashyap, who shot some scenes of their movies Jab We Met, ‘Highway‘, and ‘Dev D‘ on the raw tracks of this range.
The destination has now become a must-visit destination on the list of travelers looking for adventure in the Himalayas.
City Palace, Udaipur
One of the most royal places in Rajasthan, the massive fort is an architectural marvel of the Royal heritage and the grand symbol of the history of the state’s rich culture. The forts are one of the favorite destinations of Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the director known for his grand movie sets.
The palace has been featured in big-budget movies like Yeh Jawani Hai Deewani and the romantic tragedy Ram-Leela. The famous palace now hosts large-scale functions like weddings and other ceremonies.
Pangong Lake, Ladakh
Featured in one of the most iconic scenes in Rajkumar Hirani’s famous movie ‘3 Idiots,’ and in Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Jab Tak Hai Jaan,’ the Pangong Lake has become one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Ladakh Valley.
The mesmerizing lake, with its clear blue water covered in a blanket of blue sky and white, fluffy clouds, is gaining popularity despite having temperatures below 0 degrees Celsius during some parts of the year.
Nahargarh Fort, Jaipur
Located in the Aravali Hills in Jaipur, this fort has been featured in iconic Bollywood movies such as Rang De Basanti and Bol Bachchan.
The fog-covered view from the stone walls overlooking the beautiful Pink City looks breathtaking during early mornings. One can see little houses spread across the town in all directions from the windows of the stately fort.
Gulmarg, Kashmir
One of the most beautiful towns in the Kashmir Valley, often referred to as the ‘Heaven on Earth,’ Gulmarg has always attracted the attention of Indian Iconic Film makers from the time of Shammi Kapoor to date.
The Gulmarg valley has appeared in the old classics such as ‘Junglee’, ‘Janwar,’ ‘Kashmir ki Kali’ and other iconic films like ‘Roja,’ ‘Lamha,’ ‘Yahaan’ and ‘Dil se.’ For ages, the beautiful snow-capped mountains and valleys have witnessed some of the most famous songs and dance numbers from Bollywood movies.
Dakshineshwar Kali Temple and Howrah Bridge, Kolkata
Kolkata, the most famous city during the colonial era, unmistakably finds its place in every period of an Iconic Film that depicts India before or around Indian Independence. The best-known examples are the movies such as ‘Guru,’ ‘Barfi,’ ‘Devdas,’ ‘Parineeta,‘ and so on.
The list is endless. Almost every aspect of the city, from its yellow taxis to the Howrah bridge, the Durga pooja celebration, the idol business before the Pujo ceremony, and Trams, has been highlighted in these movies.
The city has seen a remarkable increase in the number of tourists every time this city is featured in a Bollywood Iconic Film.
Mall Road, Shimla
This little city, the capital of Himachal Pradesh, has always been famous as a hill station, the most famous attraction being the Mall Road.
Surrounded by fir and pine trees, this place has witnessed some of the most beautiful scenes in Bollywood Iconic films like ‘3 Idiots,‘ ‘Bang Bang,‘ ‘Jab We Met‘ and many others.
Every year, during its peak tourist season in the summer months, the tourists click pictures on Mall Road to experience the beauty and be a part of the place they saw in their favorite movie.
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