Shah Rukh Khan-Aishwarya Rai to Siddhant Chaturvedi-Mrunal Thakur: Top 5 Sanjay Leela Bhansali pairs that leave a lasting impression

Everytime the ace filmmaker Sanjay Leela Bhansali has brought jodis on-screen, he has served cults, memorable ones, and those from whom the audiences cannot get their eyes off! Be it Devdas, Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam, Ram Leela or Mrunal Thakur’s upcoming Do Deewane Ek Seher Mein, here’s looking at Bhansali’s on-screen jodis that define the grandeur of cinema.

Shah Rukh Khan - Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (Devdas)

Devdas and Paro need no introduction! Released back in 2002, Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan continue to rule hearts with Devdas even today, an iconic romantic period saga that navigates emotions, heartbreak, loss, and love that’s beyond extraordinary. As Devdas and Paro, Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai serve iconic performances in challenging and layered roles.

Salman Khan - Aishwarya Rai Bachchan (Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam)
In this classic romantic musical drama, Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai came together to deliver unforgettable performances as Sameer and Nandini in a love saga that revolved around love, culture, heartbreak, passion and desire. The film isn’t just remembered for its soulful music and visuals, but also for the deep chemistry between Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai.

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Ranveer Singh - Deepika Padukone (Ram Leela)

In this 2013 romantic musical film, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone changed the course of love sagas, especially those created by Sanjay Leela Bhansali. Over the years, the film emerged as a cult romantic saga, with audiences still remembering Ranveer and Deepika as Ram and Leela.

Siddhant Chaturvedi - Mrunal Thakur (Do Deewane Seher Mein)

Mrunal Thakur is all set to mark her first association with Sanjay Leela Bhansali with her upcoming film, Do Deewane Seher Mein, co-starring Siddhant Chaturvedi. Together, the new jodi is poised to bring an easy, contemporary energy to the film, directed by Ravi Udyawar. The makers of the film unveiled the film’s poster, offering a generous glimpse into their warm and lighthearted on-screen energy. The film is scheduled to release on 20 February 2026.

Ranbir Kapoor - Sonam Kapoor (Saawariya)

Ranbir Kapoor and Sonam Kapoor brought dreamy romance to the fore with Saawariya, a film based on Fyodor Dostoevsky’s short story White Nights. Be it the film’s iconic songs or the magical chemistry, Sonam and Ranbir proved to be a heartwarming SLB jodi!