Reflecting on her time during the filming of Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Smita Jayakar recalls the enchanting chemistry of its stars. A memorable event occurred when Salman Khan's impromptu gesture during a song took the crew by surprise.

The evident bond between Salman and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan resulted in filming delays, yet their real-life romance undeniably enriched their performances' emotional resonance, according to Jayakar.

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