Twelve years after its release, Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela continues to command an almost cult-like fanbase. The film, which premiered in November 2013, remains a landmark in Bollywood’s modern romance era — celebrated for its visual spectacle, electrifying energy, and the explosive chemistry between its leads, Ranveer Singh and Deepika Padukone.

As the anniversary hashtag trended across social media, fans revisited iconic scenes, memorable dialogues, and larger-than-life frames that defined Bhansali’s signature storytelling. The film’s vibrant set pieces, Rajasthani-inspired aesthetics, and sweeping soundtrack still feel as fresh to audiences today as they did in theatres 12 years ago.

A Bhansali world fans still can’t escape

Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s meticulous world-building continues to be a major draw. From the powerful background score to the choreography and opulent costumes, Ram-Leela remains a masterclass in cinematic immersion.

The anniversary also saw renewed appreciation for Bhansali’s craft — many praising the way he blended a Shakespearean template with Indian cultural textures, turning a tragic romance into an immersive cultural tapestry.

Fans celebrate the DeepVeer spark that started it all

Perhaps the biggest reason the film continues to trend annually is the undeniable chemistry between Ranveer and Deepika — a chemistry that didn’t just elevate the film but also laid the foundation for Bollywood’s most adored real-life pairing.

On X, Instagram, and fan pages worldwide, users flooded timelines with edits, throwbacks, behind-the-scenes clips, and heartfelt notes celebrating both the film and the love story it sparked. Fans called their chemistry “unmatched,” “unbothered by time,” and “still the benchmark for on-screen romance.”

Even today, DeepVeer moments from the film — from the meet-cute dance-off to the dramatic climax — dominate nostalgia reels across social platforms, showing no signs of slowing down.

12 years later, the legacy holds strong

As fans celebrate its 12-year milestone, Ram-Leela stands as more than just a runaway success. It is a film that shaped careers, influenced aesthetics, birthed a power couple, and cemented its position as a timeless modern classic.

The conversation around it grows every year — a testament to the emotional, cultural, and cinematic imprint it has left behind.