: The story shifts to the 1999 Kargil War . Romi, now a prominent war correspondent, arrives in Kargil to cover the conflict, where she crosses paths with a much-changed Karan.

Farhan Akhtar’s direction, following his iconic debut with Dil Chahta Hai , proved his incredible versatility. He brought a slick, international aesthetic to the Indian war genre.

: Composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, tracks like the energetic title song "Lakshya" and the beautifully choreographed "Main Aisa Kyun Hoon" remain timeless.