Madhuri Dixit and Aamir Khan's 1990 blockbuster Dil remains one of the most iconic romantic dramas of its time. However, despite its massive success, the film stirred multiple controversies, including fan outrage over Madhuri and Aamir’s on-screen kiss and criticism over a sensitive rape accusation scene. In the book Mother Maiden Mistress: Women in Hindi Cinema 1950-2010, Madhuri reflected on the backlash she faced.
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