David Dhawan is often referred to as the "King of Comedy" in Bollywood, and Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya is a textbook example of his directorial style. Dhawan does not aim for cinematic realism; he aims for cinematic entertainment .
Salman Khan as Samir: By 2005, Salman Khan had perfected the persona of the lovable rogue. He was transitioning from the romantic hero of the 90s to the larger-than-life icon of the 2010s. In Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya , he strikes a perfect balance. He plays the narcissist with a heart of gold to perfection. Whether he is flexing his muscles on a surfboard or hamming it up in a drunk scene, Salman is in on the joke. He allows himself to be the butt of the humor, a trait that makes Samir endearing despite his deceit. Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya
Sohail Khan as Pyare Mohan: The unsung hero of the film is Sohail Khan. His character, Pyare Mohan, is loud, dim-witted, and unintentionally destructive. Sohail commits fully to the physical comedy. His interactions with Arbaaz Khan (who plays the doctor) provide some of the biggest laughs in the second half. David Dhawan is often referred to as the