"What An Amazing Feeling": Anupam Kher Admires The "Yash Chopra Train" In Switzerland

For generations of Bollywood fans, Switzerland has always been more than a travel destination - it has been a dreamland painted by Yash Chopra's camera. From snow-covered peaks to lakeside strolls, his films, such as Chandni, Silsila, and Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, have made this European country the ultimate honeymoon spot for Indian couples. Every time a chiffon saree flutters against a snowy backdrop, it is a Yash Chopra moment. Recently, actor Anupam Kher found himself living that dream as he vacationed in Switzerland. While visiting the Jungfrau Railway station, he came across something that instantly filled him with nostalgia - a train named after Yash Chopra.

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In a video shared on Instagram, Anupam Kher could be seen smiling ear to ear as he admired the "Yash Chopra Train." He said, "What an amazing feeling to have Yash ji's name on this train in Switzerland. Yash ji, you are great. The time that I spent with you is the richest time of my life." He added, "I miss you very much. You are the bestest. What an achievement you have. It is an achievement for all Indian citizens to have a train named after you at the height of this snowy, amazing place. Yash Chopra, the great, Yash Chopra, the greatest."

In his caption, Anupam Kher expressed how Chopra's work left a permanent mark on Swiss tourism. He wrote, "YASH CHOPRA AND SWITZERLAND: The fact that ONE person's cinematic vision can change the tourism industry of a country is UNBELIEVABLE, and that is exactly what I witnessed in my trip here. Almost every location has a Yash Chopra stamp in Switzerland. His portraits, his statue, trains named after him, Bollywood restaurants, signboards in Hindi and thousands of Indian Tourists. I am deeply humbled and proud that I got to spend so much time with him, apart from being part of so many YRF films. Yash ji, You will always be the GREATEST."

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For those who do not know, Switzerland's bond with Bollywood runs deep. In 2011, the Swiss government honoured Yasg Chopra by naming one of their Jungfrau Railway trains the "Yash Chopra Train." The tribute does not stop there - a life-sized bronze statue of the filmmaker stands tall in the Kursaal area, becoming a must-visit spot for desi tourists eager for a selfie with "the man who made Switzerland a Bollywood icon."

5 Things To Do In Switzerland For Full Bollywood Feels

1. Visit The Yash Chopra Statue In Interlaken

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Head straight to the Kursaal area in Interlaken and strike a pose next to the bronze statue of Yash Chopra. It is a popular photo spot and a quiet reminder of how much Indian cinema owes to this legendary filmmaker.

2. Ride The Yash Chopra Train On The Jungfrau Railway

The train takes you through breathtaking views of the Alps: the same dreamy landscapes that defined countless romantic scenes in Hindi cinema.

3. Recreate DDLJ Moments In Gstaad

Run through the green meadows or stand by the wooden fences of Gstaad, where Shah Rukh Khan and Kajol filmed some of the most iconic moments from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge. It is pure nostalgia.

4. Explore Lake Lucerne And Chapel Bridge

This area is straight out of a movie frame. Take a slow boat ride or simply walk by the lake, soaking in the calm. It is a scene that feels like it could start with a song at any minute.

5. Visit Bollywood Cafes And Indian Restaurants

Across Interlaken and Lucerne, you will find Bollywood-themed cafes and even Hindi signboards. It is like a slice of India in the middle of the Alps.

Yash Chopra's legacy lives on in many spots in Switzerland. His fans should not miss the chance to recreate their own Bollywood magic on their next Swiss holiday!