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Rain Stars as Definitive Character in Bollywood Film Classics

Movies can use weather to tell stories, and rain is one of the most powerful tools filmmakers have.

In some Bollywood movies, rain is almost like another character.

This article talks about five films where rainy scenes change the mood completely.

In the old classic Woh Kaun Thi, a rainy night helps two strangers meet in a mysterious car ride.

In Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, a girl named Anjali runs through the rain and says 'I love you' to the wrong person.

In Lagaan, a village desperately wants rain, and it finally comes after a big victory.

In Baazigar, every sad thing that happens to the hero happens on stormy nights.

In 100 Days, a scary killer uses a rainy night to commit a crime.

Rain makes these movie moments feel more exciting, scary, or emotional for the audience.

So next time you see rain in a movie, remember it might be doing more than just making things wet!

Key facts

Featured Films: Woh Kaun Thi (1964), 100 Days, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, Lagaan, Baazigar
Key Actors: Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Kajol, Salman Khan, Madhuri Dixit, Moon Moon Sen
Referenced Director: Raj Khosla (Woh Kaun Thi)
Lagaan Runtime: Almost 3 hours 44 minutes
Lagaan Outcome: Bhuvan leads Champaner to victory and wins a three-year lagaan (tax) waiver
Memorable KKHH Scene: Rain dance between Anjali and Rahul followed by Anjali's confession to Aman
Noted Detail in 100 Days: Continuity error: Rama's body appears dry despite being carried through heavy rain

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