"I don't make romantic films. I make films about human relationships."Yash Chopra
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Yash Chopra Quotes
Indian - Director|September 27, 1932 - October 21, 2012
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Yash Chopra Quotes
Read Yash Chopra quotes on love, relationships, ambition and Mumbai from the legendary Bollywood director and founder of Yash Raj Films (1932–2012).
"Human beings are very complex creatures. This desire, this greed, this love is very complex."Yash Chopra
Human NatureLove
"When I was in college, I had only one ambition that one day I would like to be a director."Yash Chopra
AmbitionDreams
"Mumbai's infectious. Once you start living in Mumbai, working in Mumbai, I don't think you can live anywhere else."Yash Chopra
MumbaiHome
"I'm not making films just to be bold."Yash Chopra
FilmmakingPurpose
"The secret of being a great actor is a love of food."Yash Chopra
ActingHumor
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About Yash Chopra
Indian - Director | September 27, 1932 - October 21, 2012
# Yash Chopra Quotes
Yash Chopra was an Indian film director and producer, born on September 27, 1932, in Lahore (then British India). He began as an assistant to his elder brother, director B. R. Chopra, and made his directing debut with Dhool Ka Phool (1959). In 1970 he founded Yash Raj Films, which grew into one of India's biggest film studios.
Known as the "King of Romance," Chopra directed classics such as Deewaar, Kabhi Kabhie, Silsila, Chandni, Lamhe, Dil To Pagal Hai, Veer-Zaara and Jab Tak Hai Jaan, often filmed against beautiful Swiss landscapes. He received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award and the Padma Bhushan, and died on October 21, 2012. His quotes reflect his deep understanding of love and human relationships.
Frequently asked questions
Quick answers about Yash Chopra and these famous quotes.
Who was Yash Chopra?
Yash Chopra (1932–2012) was a legendary Indian film director and producer, founder of Yash Raj Films and known as the "King of Romance."
What are Yash Chopra's most famous films?
His best-known films include Deewaar, Kabhi Kabhie, Silsila, Chandni, Lamhe, Dil To Pagal Hai, Veer-Zaara and Jab Tak Hai Jaan.
Why is Yash Chopra linked with Switzerland?
He filmed many romantic song sequences in the Swiss Alps, making Switzerland hugely popular with Indian tourists. Switzerland even honoured him with a statue in Interlaken.