Bow down to Sanjay Leela Bhansali for teaching us 6 GREATEST life lessons with his films

Birthday Special

Sanjay Leela Bhansali is truly a magician. He is a visionary who carves some of the most brilliant masterpieces in the form of his films. And the best part about him is that his films are not just for commercials, but they have a deep message, a life lesson of sorts attached to it. As this magician celebrates his birthday today, we recollect such life lessons his films taught us.

Chase your dreams with all your heart – ‘Khamoshi: The Musical’

'Khamoshi: The Musical' in itself was a game changer for Sanjay Leela Bhansali as he tried to attempt something new than the cliched love stories Bollywood was producing then. Starring Salman Khan, Manisha Koirala, Nana Patekar and Seema Biswas, it was about a family who faces challenges with every step that they take. While Nana Patekar and Seema Biswas essayed the role of deaf and mute, Manisha Koirawala was their daughter who aspired to be a singer. It's is about her chasing her dream which seems distant given the situation at home. Does she give up, no.

Greatest fuel behind man’s life is will-power – ‘Guzaarish’

'Guzaarish' starring Hrithik Roshan and Aishwarya Rai is one iconic film that can never be forgotten. Bhansali proved to be the most experimental director working on a topic like euthanasia. Hrithik is the bed-ridden man who embarks on a journey that no one can ever imagine. He files a petition for mercy killing and then it is a tough fight for him. It is his will-power that keeps him going. Hats off to him for that!

Sacrifice is the greatest form of love – ‘Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam’

'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' was iconic for many reasons. While we all talk about Aishwarya Rai and Salman Khan's love in the film, one cannot over look the sacrifice Ajay Devgn made to get his Nandini meet the love of her life. Well, as rightly said, sacrifice is the greatest form of love, 'Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam' personifies it.

Don’t let your shortcomings put you down – ‘Black’

Rani Mukerji in 'Black' played a character who is deaf, mute and blind. Amitabh Bachchan turns her mentor and teaches her how to live life. Let nothing come in the path of your success, not even your physical characteristics, is what we learn from 'Black'.

Love sees no religion – ‘Bajirao Mastani’

The eternal love story of Peshwa Bajirao and Mastani was frowned upon by all, but their bond stayed unaffected. Love has no religion, it sees no caste and that's what the essence is of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Bajirao Mastani'.

Nothing is above your USOOLS – ‘Padmaavat’

Sanjay Leela Bhansali's latest release 'Padmaavat' that glorified Rajputs taught us how to stick to your principles no matter what. You need to fight for what you believe in and that's what brings you glory.