Archive · 10 Dec 2025
Maneesh Sharma Reflects on Band Baaja Baaraat's 15-Year Legacy
Band Baaja Baaraat is a popular Indian romantic comedy that came out in 2010.
The director, Maneesh Sharma, recently talked about how the movie was made.
He said the idea came to him while reading about young entrepreneurs.
The main characters, Bittu and Shruti, are wedding planners who fall in love.
Ranveer Singh and Anushka Sharma played the lead roles.
Many people weren't sure about casting Ranveer at first, but he did a great job.
The movie's songs, made by Salim-Sulaiman, are still loved today.
Maneesh Sharma worked closely with the writer, Habib Faisal, to make the story and characters feel real and relatable.
The movie is special because it shows the lives of young people trying to make it on their own, which was a new idea at the time.
It's still popular because it's funny, heartfelt, and has great music.
Band Baaja Baaraat, released in 2010, remains a beloved romantic comedy in India, celebrated for its relatable characters and memorable music.
Director Maneesh Sharma developed the film's concept after reading about young Indian entrepreneurs, focusing on the lives of wedding planners Bittu and Shruti.
Ranveer Singh was cast as Bittu through auditions, with initial skepticism from many, except for producer Aditya Chopra, who supported the choice from the beginning.
Anushka Sharma was Maneesh Sharma's first choice for Shruti, and their collaboration ensured the character's growth and agency throughout the film.
The film's soundtrack, composed by Salim-Sulaiman, includes popular songs like 'Baari Barsi' and 'Dum Dum', with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya.
- Who
- Maneesh Sharma, Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma, Habib Faisal, Salim-Sulaiman
- What
- Reflections on the making and legacy of Band Baaja Baaraat
- When
- 15 years after its release, reflecting on its enduring popularity
- Where
- Delhi, India
- Why
- To celebrate the film's anniversary and discuss its impact and creation process
- Film Release Year
- 2010
- Director
- Maneesh Sharma
- Lead Actors
- Ranveer Singh, Anushka Sharma
- Screenwriter
- Habib Faisal
- Music Directors
- Salim-Sulaiman
- Lyricist
- Amitabh Bhattacharya
- Producer
- Aditya Chopra