Jab We Met is a beloved romantic comedy of 2007 that won hearts with its charming story. Directed by Imtiaz Ali and produced by Dhillin Mehta, the film starred Shahid Kapoor and Kareena Kapoor, Tarun Arora, Soumya Tandon, and Dara Singh in supporting roles.
Jab We Met film takes us on a journey through Mumbai, Bathinda, and Shimla, where we meet Aditya Kashyap, a sullen businessman, and Geet Dhillon, a cheerful Punjabi girl. Their chance encounter on a train leads to an unforgettable adventure that changes their lives and brings them closer together.
With catchy music by Pritam and touching lyrics by Irshad Kamil Jab We Met became a hit not only in India but also abroad. It grossed over ₹50.9 crore at the box office and received critical acclaim.
Jab We Met film also won several awards at the Filmfare Awards, including Best Actress for Kareena Kapoor and Best Dialogue for Imtiaz Ali. Shreya Ghoshal won the Best Female Playback Singer award for the song “Yeh Ishq Hai” at the National Film Awards, where Saroj Khan also won for Best Choreography.
Jab We Met has been consistently loved by fans and holds a special place in the history of Indian cinema for its timeless story of love and self-discovery.
Jab We Met Movie Brief Introduction
| Directed by | Imtiaz Ali |
|---|---|
| Written by | Imtiaz Ali |
| Produced by | Dhilin Mehta |
| Starring | Shahid Kapoor, Kareena Kapoor |
| Cinematography | Natarajan Subramaniam |
| Edited by | Aarti Bajaj |
| Music by | Songs: Pritam Chakraborty |
| Guest Composition: Sandesh Shandilya | |
| Background Score: Sanjoy Chowdhury | |
| Production company | Shree Ashtavinayak Cine Vision |
| Production Company | Indian Films |
| Release date | 25 October 2007 |
| Running time | 142 minutes |
| Country | India |
| Language | Hindi |
| Budget | ₹15 crore |
| Box office | ₹50.9 crore |
Jab We Met Movie Release Date
Jab We Met made its global debut on October 25, 2007. Moser Baer collaborated as the DVD partner and regional distributor for the film. Its official DVD release took place on December 7, 2007, in the US, UK, UAE, and other international markets. The DVD, released as a single-disc collector’s item in a special box, featured English, Portuguese, Arabic, and subtitles. Spanish. Additionally, the film became available on Amazon Prime Video. PVR-INOX re-released “Jab We Met” in theaters until 2024 as part of the Valentine Film Festival.
Jab We Met Box Office Collection Worldwide
| Date | Event | Business |
|---|---|---|
| 26 October 2007 | “Jab We Met” opens in India with 70% occupancy, rising to 90% over the weekend. | First week net business: ₹11.75 crores |
| Second week | Strong collections continue, with a 40%-50% increase in shows worldwide. | Week two collections: ₹90 million |
| Two-week total: ₹210 million | ||
| Third week | Adds another ₹20 million to collections but faces competition from other releases. | |
| Affected by reduced showings due to “Om Shanti Om” and “Saawariya”. | ||
| Increased prints and showings in response to demand. | ||
| 14 December 2007 | “Jab We Met” celebrates 50 successful days at the box office. | |
| February 2008 | Net business surpasses ₹310 million, establishing it as one of the year’s biggest hits. | |
| 30 January 2008 | Special screening announced at PVR Cinemas in Delhi to celebrate 100 days at the box office, scheduled for Valentine’s Day. | |
| International Release | Strong opening in the U.K., debuting at number 10. | Previews night: £11,488 |
| Opening weekend: £144,525 | ||
| Two-week total: £325,996 | ||
| Subsequent Weeks | Continued strong performance, with a grand total of £424,681 from 54 screens. |
Jab We Met my first film what lovely memories while dancing on Nagada Nagada. pic.twitter.com/MsMtxylya9
— Saumya Tandon (@saumyatandon) May 31, 2016
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