Delhi Culture in cinema: Neha Dhupia reflects on Delhi Heights

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In this candid interview, Neha Dhupia appears radiant as she speaks about her experience working on Delhi Heights. She explains that although the film was never intentionally planned as a “Delhi cast” project, most of the actors ended up being from Delhi purely by coincidence. This accidental alignment brought an authentic sense of local mannerisms, language, and everyday rhythm into the film, something Neha feels added a genuine texture to the storytelling. She emphasizes that Delhi Heights is not just another predictable love story—its characters, their emotional arcs, and the urban complexity give it a refreshing identity. Neha also mentions her personal connection to Delhi, expressing fondness for familiar places like Sarojini Nagar and Janpath, where she enjoys shopping and soaking in