Top 10 Flims Shot in Switzerland: A Fun Read

Switzerland is a marvellous place with extraordinary landscapes and magical scenery perfect for any film shooting. Switzerland in the background with our beloved entertainers is just ravishing for your eyes and will definitely make you fall in love with Switzerland. Also, many Hollywood and Bollywood movies are shot in Switzerland to enhance the movie scenes. So, here are the top Hindi blockbuster films shot in Switzerland.

Top 10 Films Shot In Switzerland

1. Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008)
2. Chandni (1989)
3. Chori Chori (2003)
4. Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001)
5. Dhoom 3 (2013)
6. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)
7. Don 2 (2011)
8. Kalyug (2005)
9. Krrish 3 (2013)
10. Veer – Zaara (2004)

1. Bachna Ae Haseeno (2008)

Bachna Ae Haseeno was the first blockbuster movie of Ranbir Kapoor’s career, with Deepika Padukone, Bipasha Basu and Minissha Lamba. Siddharth Anand directed this movie and released it on August 15, 2008. The song “Aahista Aahista” was shot at Gstaad, and  Obersimmental-Saanen, Bern, Switzerland, and it was also one of the most famous songs of that time. The Glacier Alpine in the Swiss Alps is very popular amongst tourists, and you can enjoy skiing, hiking and more.

2. Chandni (1989)

This blockbuster movie starring Sridevi, Rishi Kapoor, Vinod Khanna and Waheeda Rehman was directed by none other than Yash Chopra. Almost half of the songs and dances sequences in the film had a Swiss background. Most of the shooting was done at Lauenensee lake and Jungfraujoch, a saddle connecting two major 4000ers of the Bernese Alps in Bern. Tourists can visit these spots and explore.

3. Chori Chori (2003)

Ajay Devgn and Rani Mukerji starred in Chori Chori, a romantic comedy-drama film directed by Milan Luthria. Inspired by the Hollywood film Housesitter, it was well-received by audiences. The movie featured multiple shooting locations, including Aareschuluct and Trümmelbach Falls in Bern, Switzerland. The song “Kehna hai Aaj Tujhse” was filmed against the backdrop of a magnificent waterfall, adding to the allure of Switzerland. Be sure to include this stunning waterfall in your Switzerland itinerary. So, do add this wonderful waterfall into your itinerary of Switzerland.

4. Chori Chori Chupke Chupke (2001)

Chori Chori Chupke Chupke, romantic drama film stars Salman Khan, Rani Mukerji and Preity Zinta and directed by Abbas–Mustan. Flughafen Zürich Kloten (Zurich Airport), Lake Lucerne, and the Lucerne Area in Switzerland served as filming locations for Dhoom 3. Several other films, including The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo (2011), Company (2002), and It Happened in Broad Daylight (1958), have also been shot at Flughafen Zürich Kloten.

5. Dhoom 3 (2013)

Now, who does not love the Dhoom franchise?

The Dhoom franchise is beloved by many. Dhoom 3, featuring Aamir Khan, Abhishek Bachchan, Katrina Kaif, Uday Chopra, and Jackie Shroff, captivated audiences nationwide. The film was shot at Verzasca Dam in Verzasca, a location renowned for its popularity among tourists and famous for the bungee jump scene in the James Bond film GoldenEye. Additionally, Dhoom 3 was filmed at Zürich Main Station.

6. Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (1995)

Now, who doesn’t know Raj and Simran!

Aditya Chopra directed the super hit movie DDLJ, which has been continuously screening at the Maratha Mandir theatre in Mumbai for over 25 years, making it the longest-running film in the history of Indian cinema. Switzerland served as the backdrop for several iconic scenes, including Lake Lungern, the interior of St. Grat Church in Fribourg, Gstaad, Obersimmental, and Marktgässli Bridge in Saanen. So, do visit these locations to relive those cinematic moments.

7. Don 2 (2011)

“Don ko pakadna mushkil he nahi naa mumkin hai!” People loved Shah Ruk Khan in this action movie and Priyanka Chopra being the detective with Lara Dutta, Om Puri, Boman Irani and Kunal Kapoor. This movie was shot at Grossmünster Church and Münster Bridge at Zürich. So whenever visiting Switzerland, visit these places for sure.

8. Kalyug (2005)

Kunal Khemu and Emraan Hashmi starrer action thriller film directed by Mohit Suri. Kalyug’s other half is shot in Zürich – Limmatquai Street, Main Station, Langstrasse Street (now known for its nightlife). Also, the storyline of the movie is a bit different yet amazing. Therefore, shot at very normal places yet we can feel the beauty of Switzerland.

9. Krrish 3 (2013)

Every Indian kid loves this Sci-Fi character Krrish with supernatural powers and is always there to save the world. This movie stars Hrithik Roshan, Priyanka Chopra and Kangana Ranaut, one of the blockbuster films which were also shot in Switzerland at Sphinx Observatory, Jungfraujoch, Bern. Although, I hope you have not missed this amazing thriller movie. If yes then go and watch it!

10. Veer – Zaara (2004)

Yash Chopra directed this romantic milestone starring Shah Rukh Khan and Priety Zinta. Veer – Zaara was such an emotional movie from its scenes to its songs, everyone loved this movie in the country. The song, ‘Yeh hum aa gaye’ shot at Lauenensee, Lauenen, Bern in Switzerland. Also, Yash Chopra’s love for Switzerland was astonishing.

Frequently Asked Questions related to films shot in Switzerland

So these were some of the movies shot at some amazing places in Switzerland. So, are you excited to relive all these movie moments in Switzerland? Check out Pickyourtrail for some amazing Switzerland tour packages or customize your Switzerland itinerary according to your likes and dislikes. See you soon!