Preity Zinta says she plays Koi Mil Gaya song to put her kids to sleep: It calms them

Preity Zinta and Hrithik Roshan starrer Koi Mil Gaya completed 20 years since its release on August 8. The movie was a box office success and was re-released in theatres recently. Film's lead actress Preity Zinta recalled her first day of the shoot and also shared some personal anecdotes.

3 things you need to know

• Preity Zinta played the role of Nisha in Koi Mil Gaya.
• The actress revealed that she plays the title track of the film quite often for her twins.
• Preity Zinta opened up about her equation with co-star Hrithik Roshan.

Preity Zinta plays Koi Mil Gaya track to her kids

In a conversation with ANI, Preity Zinta revealed that she plays the title track of Koi Mil Gaya for her twins Gia and Jai to help them fall asleep. She said, "It helps calm them down." The actress also referred to her children as "Jadoo (magic)" and shared this personal anecdote about her children's bedtime during the film's 20th anniversary. 

(Preity Zinta shares that the title track of Koi Mil Gaya makes her kids fall asleep | Image: Preity Zinta fan page/X)

Preity Zinta also recounted her first day of shooting for Koi Mil Gaya. She said, "I was irritated that Hrithik was late and suddenly someone tapped on my shoulder, I turned to see and it was Hrithik in Rohit's look." She disclosed that Hrithik was unrecognisable and she was surprised to know that he was present on the set all along. Apart from Koi Mil Gaya, they worked in Lakshya and Mission Kashmir together.

Preity Zinta talks about working in Koi Mil Gaya

Preity Zinta shared her experience of working in Koi Mil Gaya and said that she will always treasure the movie as it celebrates friendship. She told ANI, "I worked on it with my friend Hrithik and all the wonderful people like Rakesh Ji, Rekha ma'am, and all the lovely kids." The actress further mentioned having fun while shooting Idhar Chala Mai Udhar Chala with Hrithik as they danced carefree in the rain.