The Krrish franchise was filmed across India, Singapore, Jordan, and Switzerland. Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) captured the quiet Himalayan hills of Bhimtal Lake and St. Joseph's College in Nainital. Krrish (2006) filmed its mountain prologue in Solang Valley, Manali, before moving 60% of production to Singapore landmarks like the Fountain of Wealth and The Gateway. Krrish 3 (2013) filmed its romantic sequences among the ancient carved sandstone tombs of Petra and the crimson desert dunes of Wadi Rum in Jordan, with exterior fortress shots captured at the Sphinx Observatory in the Swiss Alps.
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| Movie Part | Spot Name | Real Landmark | State / Country | Key Scene | GPS Coordinates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🎬 Part 1: Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) — Hrithik Roshan & Preity Zinta | |||||
| Part 1 | Bhimtal Lake & Lakeside Heritage Ridge, Nainital District, Uttarakhand | Bhimtal Lake Road, Bhimtal, Nainital District, Uttarakhand 263136 | Uttarakhand, India | Part 1: Nisha's Lakeside Heritage House & Boyhood Walks | 29.3500, 79.5667 |
| Part 1 | St. Joseph's College & Heritage Campus, Nainital, Uttarakhand | Tallital, Nainital, Uttarakhand 263002 | Uttarakhand, India | Part 1: The School Assembly & Basketball Showdown | 29.3804, 79.4636 |
| 🎬 Part 2: Krrish (2006) — Hrithik Roshan & Priyanka Chopra | |||||
| Part 2 | Fountain of Wealth, Suntec City, Singapore | 3 Temasek Boulevard, Suntec City, Singapore 038983 | Singapore | Part 2: The Masked Hero Revelation & Fountain Confrontation | 1.2949, 103.8586 |
| Part 2 | Solang Valley & Patlikuhal Riverbanks, Kullu-Manali, Himachal Pradesh | Solang Valley, Manali, Kullu District, Himachal Pradesh 175131 | Himachal Pradesh, India | Part 2: Krishna's Mountain Home & 'Aao Sunao Pyar Ki Ek Kahani' | 32.3167, 77.1567 |
| Part 2 | The Gateway & Downtown Central Business District, Singapore | 152 Beach Road, Downtown Core, Singapore 189721 | Singapore | Part 2: The Skyscraper Glides & Rooftop Motorcycle Duels | 1.3006, 103.8583 |
| 🎬 Part 3: Krrish 3 (2013) — Hrithik Roshan, Kangana & Vivek Oberoi | |||||
| Part 3 | The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) & Sandstone Canyons, Petra, Jordan | Petra Archaeological Park, Wadi Musa, Ma'an Governorate, Jordan | Ma'an Governorate, Jordan | Part 3: The Surreal Desert Visions & 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa' | 30.3222, 35.4517 |
| Part 3 | Wadi Rum Protected Area & Red Sand Dunes, Aqaba Governorate, Jordan | Wadi Rum Visitor Centre, Wadi Rum Village, Jordan | Aqaba Governorate, Jordan | Part 3: The Crimson Moonscape & Desert Dunes of 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa' | 29.5734, 35.4206 |
| Part 3 | Sphinx Observatory & Jungfraujoch Glacier, Bernese Alps, Switzerland | Jungfraujoch, 3801 Fieschertal, Switzerland | Bernese Alps, Switzerland | Part 3: Kaal's Frozen Laboratory Fortress & Mountain Peak | 46.5475, 7.9854 |
📖 Behind-the-Lens Filming Journey
Chronological shooting route across real mountain ridges, heritage estates, and open landscapes.
Kasauli Pine Slopes & Bhimtal Lakeside Cottage
Rakesh Roshan chose the misty hill stations of Himachal and Uttarakhand to frame Rohit Mehra's secluded childhood. Production filmed around quiet colonial paths in Kasauli and leased a private heritage stone cottage directly facing Bhimtal Lake to serve as Nisha's family residence, capturing Jadoo's extraterrestrial bonding far from urban noise.
Solang River Crossings & Suntec City High-Wire Stunts
The sequel opens with young Krishna growing up among the cold alpine meadows and deodar forests of Solang Valley and Patlikuhal in Kullu. When Krishna follows Priya to Singapore, the production partnered with the Singapore Tourism Board, staging daredevil wire stunts across Suntec City's massive bronze fountain and along downtown Singapore River bridges.
Wadi Rum Red Dunes & Petra's Carved Facades
While heavy superhero confrontations were contained inside massive Mumbai soundstages, Rakesh Roshan took the cast and crew to Jordan to capture the surreal romance of 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa'. Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut performed amidst the wind-carved sandstone gorges of Petra and the blazing red desert plains of Wadi Rum.
📍 Verified Filming Spots & Scene Guide
Field-checked landmark coordinates, on-set production memories, and scene timestamps.
Part 1: Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) — Hrithik Roshan & Preity Zinta
Bhimtal Lake & Lakeside Heritage Ridge, Nainital District, Uttarakhand
Rohit rides his customized child-sized bicycle along the quiet lake banks, delivering handwritten notes and building a tender, protective friendship with Nisha before the arrival of Jadoo changes his destiny forever.
While the movie's fictional setting was named Kasauli, director Rakesh Roshan filmed key emotional scenes in Bhimtal and Nainital. The iconic stone bungalow where Nisha lived—known locally as the 'Koi Mil Gaya House'—is a private residential property overlooking the quiet waters of Bhimtal Lake. Local residents remember Hrithik Roshan spending hours practicing Rohit Mehra's awkward, endearing body language along the quiet lakeside pine paths between shooting schedules.
"Mujhe sab samajh aata hai... main paagal nahi hoon!"
St. Joseph's College & Heritage Campus, Nainital, Uttarakhand
Rohit endures teasing from older boys until Jadoo empowers him, culminating in the iconic basketball match that silences the skeptics and wins Nisha's heartfelt respect.
Established in 1888, St. Joseph's College provided the stone corridors, quadrangle assembly hall, and the open-air mountain basketball court where Rohit Mehra and his young team take on Raj's arrogant college squad. Backed by Jadoo's extraterrestrial powers, Rohit performs gravity-defying leaps and slam dunks across the tarmac. Rakesh Roshan selected the campus for its authentic stone Gothic architecture, while hundreds of boarding students cheered from the hillside perimeter during the week-long shoot.
"In panchhiyon ko dekh kar jaage hain dil mein armaan!"
Part 2: Krrish (2006) — Hrithik Roshan & Priyanka Chopra
Fountain of Wealth, Suntec City, Singapore
Following the fire rescue at the Great Bombay Circus, Krishna operates under his black mask to evade police surveillance, tracking the villain's cybernetic security detail down to the illuminated subterranean pool of the Suntec fountain plaza.
The climactic chase where Krishna confronts Dr. Siddhant Arya's tech security required shutting down Suntec City's sunken plaza over four consecutive nights. Hong Kong action choreographer Tony Ching Siu-tung rigged 40-foot crane wires directly from the circular bronze perimeter beams to allow Hrithik Roshan to leap across the rushing water jet rings without CGI stunt doubles. Hrithik performed the high-wire drop in driving artificial wind machines, enduring repeated drenching in the recirculated fountain water between 1 AM and 5 AM.
"Krrish koi insaan nahi... ek vishwas hai!"
Solang Valley & Patlikuhal Riverbanks, Kullu-Manali, Himachal Pradesh
Living quietly under the watchful care of his grandmother Sonia Mehra, Krishna showcases his effortless physical agility across pine-covered ridges before rescuing Priya and her adventure camping group from an out-of-control paraglider.
The opening song 'Aao Sunao Pyar Ki Ek Kahani' and Krishna's superhuman leap across wild river currents were filmed along rocky stretches of the Beas River near Patlikuhal and the upper meadows of Solang. To film Krishna leaping alongside galloping white horses without digital body doubles, Hrithik sprinted across unpaved river gravel wearing thin traditional footwear, braving glacial river spray that chilled crew members wearing three layers of woolens (these crisp alpine deodar stretches and rushing Beas riverfronts around Manali also provided the picturesque mountain detour for Geet and Aditya in Jab We Met).
"Dadi ne kaha tha meri taqat logon ki bhalai ke liye hai."
The Gateway & Downtown Central Business District, Singapore
Armed with proof that his father Rohit Mehra is alive and held captive, Krishna dons his superhero cape to break into the fortified corporate glass tower, leaping between rooftop terraces and evading armed tactical teams across downtown Singapore.
The futuristic twin towers of The Gateway—designed by world-renowned architect I. M. Pei—served as Dr. Arya's corporate headquarters facade. Because of their unique 37-degree sharp triangular profiles, the buildings look flat as paper when viewed from specific angles, giving Krrish's high-altitude leaps a comic-book surrealism. The production secured rare police clearance to close portions of Robinson Road and Shenton Way over an entire weekend to film high-speed motorcycle chases.
"Main apne baap ko dhoondne aaya hoon... aur use lekar hi jaaonga!"
Part 3: Krrish 3 (2013) — Hrithik Roshan, Kangana & Vivek Oberoi
The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) & Sandstone Canyons, Petra, Jordan
Under the hypnotic psychological influence of the mutant shapeshifter Kaya, Krishna experiences romantic hallucinations that transport him across otherworldly desert ruins and crimson mountain gorges.
For the fantasy romantic track 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa' in Krrish 3, Rakesh Roshan chose the ancient desert landscape of Jordan instead of traditional European snowfields. The crew spent a grueling week hauling camera cranes through the narrow, 1.2-kilometer-long Siq canyon on pack donkeys and handcarts, as motorized vehicles are strictly banned inside the UNESCO heritage reserve. Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut danced under scorching desert winds, with makeup artists battling fine red sand particles blown off the 2,000-year-old sandstone facades.
"Tu hi bataa mere dil, main chalun kis disha..."
Wadi Rum Protected Area & Red Sand Dunes, Aqaba Governorate, Jordan
The shapeshifting mutant Kaya creates psychological dream projections, attempting to seduce Krishna amidst infinite scarlet sand dunes and wind-sculpted granite towers.
Along with Petra, director Rakesh Roshan filmed sequences of 'Dil Tu Hi Bataa' across the massive red quartz dunes and granite canyons of Wadi Rum. Known as the 'Valley of the Moon' for its extraterrestrial appearance, the location tested the endurance of Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut. Because daytime ground temperatures topped 48°C, crew members rotated cold-water buckets to cool the lead actors' bare feet between dance sequences on the hot scarlet dunes.
"Krrish ko harana namumkin hai!"
Sphinx Observatory & Jungfraujoch Glacier, Bernese Alps, Switzerland
Deep within his frozen laboratory fortress above cloud level, Kaal conducts unethical genetic experiments creating human-animal mutants (Maanvars) to unleash terror on civilization.
The villain Kaal's wheelchair-bound empire was headquartered in an icy mountain fortress situated high above eternal snowfields. Visual effects teams combined digital architectural extensions with real-world footage of the Sphinx Observatory at Jungfraujoch—located at 3,571 meters (11,716 feet) above sea level in the Swiss Alps. Helicopter aerial crews captured the observation dome and the Great Aletsch Glacier to establish the sheer isolation of Kaal's genetic research lab.
"Mera naam hai Kaal... aur main is duniya ko badal dunga!"
🧭 Filming Spots Travel & Transit Planning Guide
Practical road directions, seasonal weather windows, and mountain transit advice curated for cinema travelers.
| # | Part | Spot Name | Destination | Rating | Best Season | Transit & Airport Tip | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🎬 Part 1: Koi... Mil Gaya (2003) — Hrithik Roshan & Preity Zinta | |||||||
| #1 | Part 1 | Bhimtal Lake & Lakeside Heritage Ridge, Nainital District, Uttarakhand | Bhimtal, India | ⭐ 4.6 | March to June for cool mountain breezes, and October to December for crystal-clear emerald waters reflecting the deodar hills. | Unlike Nainital, Bhimtal has far less parking chaos. Rent a local pedal boat or kayak from the dam end to drift past the central island, and carry cash for small tea stalls along the embankment. | |
| #2 | Part 1 | St. Joseph's College & Heritage Campus, Nainital, Uttarakhand | Nainital, India | ⭐ 4.7 | March to June and September to November for pleasant mountain walking conditions and clear views across the valley. | Visit on weekend mornings or during school holidays when campus gates are more accessible to respectful visitors wishing to photograph the stone heritage facade. | |
| 🎬 Part 2: Krrish (2006) — Hrithik Roshan & Priyanka Chopra | |||||||
| #3 | Part 2 | Fountain of Wealth, Suntec City, Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | ⭐ 4.6 | Year-round evening hours (7:30 PM to 9:30 PM), when the towering bronze ring is lit up with synchronized multicolor laser shows reflecting across the water mist. | If you want to walk into the center to touch the water ring, check the digital timetable on the mall glass balustrade before descending the escalators—sessions pause automatically during heavy afternoon thunderstorm alerts. | |
| #4 | Part 2 | Solang Valley & Patlikuhal Riverbanks, Kullu-Manali, Himachal Pradesh | Manali, India | ⭐ 4.7 | September to November for clear azure skies and golden valley foliage, or January to March if you want to see the snow-dusted alpine setting seen during winter. | Start from your Manali hotel before 7:30 AM to bypass the notorious traffic bottleneck at Nehru Kund. Hire private 4x4 taxis rather than low-clearance hatchbacks if traveling beyond Palchan toward the riverbed access tracks. | |
| #5 | Part 2 | The Gateway & Downtown Central Business District, Singapore | Singapore, Singapore | ⭐ 4.5 | Morning hours (8:30 AM to 10:30 AM) when bright daylight reflects off the crystalline glass curtain walls, creating the optical illusion of two-dimensional towers. | Combine your visit with a short walk across Ophir Road to the colorful heritage lanes of Haji Lane and Kampong Glam, where you can grab authentic local kopi and street food after checking out the skyscraper architecture. | |
| 🎬 Part 3: Krrish 3 (2013) — Hrithik Roshan, Kangana & Vivek Oberoi | |||||||
| #6 | Part 3 | The Treasury (Al-Khazneh) & Sandstone Canyons, Petra, Jordan | Petra, Jordan | ⭐ 4.8 | March to May and September to November, when daytime desert temperatures hover comfortably around 22°C to 26°C. | Avoid the persistent local donkey and camel handlers inside the Siq claiming the walk is too long—the 2 km stroll through the shaded canyon to the Treasury is gentle, paved, and an essential part of the atmosphere. Wear sturdy hiking shoes, as exploring the full city involves over 15,000 steps on rough rock. | |
| #7 | Part 3 | Wadi Rum Protected Area & Red Sand Dunes, Aqaba Governorate, Jordan | Wadi Rum, Jordan | ⭐ 4.9 | October to April, when daytime temperatures range from 18°C to 25°C, making desert hiking and 4x4 safaris comfortable. | Book an overnight Bedouin tent camp experience inside the reserve to witness desert stargazing with zero light pollution, and bring a windproof scarf to protect your camera from fine red quartz dust. | |
| #8 | Part 3 | Sphinx Observatory & Jungfraujoch Glacier, Bernese Alps, Switzerland | Jungfraujoch, Switzerland | ⭐ 4.8 | May to October for the clearest alpine visibility, though winter offers pristine deep snowfields true to the movie's fortress look. | Purchase your Jungfraujoch train ticket early online, especially during peak summer months, and allow 20 minutes to acclimatize to the 3,500m altitude before heading out to the glacier snow plateau. | |
🎬 Behind-The-Scenes Trivia
- ★ Rakesh Roshan chose the lush pine valleys of Solang and Manali to depict Krishna's secluded childhood home where his superpowers develop in isolation.
- ★ The romantic boating song 'Koi Tumsa Nahin' was filmed across Nainital Lake and Bhimtal, with Hrithik Roshan and Priyanka Chopra rowing traditional wooden boats.
- ★ The high-flying superhero stunts and futuristic skyscraper leaps were filmed across iconic Singapore landmarks, including Suntec City and the Singapore Flyer.
- ★ Additional mystical sequences were filmed in the ancient rock-cut canyon city of Petra and the sweeping red deserts of Wadi Rum in Jordan.
✈️ How to Plan Your Visit & Travel Reality
Nearest Transit: Pantnagar Airport (PGH) for Nainital/Bhimtal; Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) for Singapore locations.
Best Time to Visit: March to June and September to November for Uttarakhand lakes; year-round for Singapore.
Local Tip: For Bhimtal Lake, take a paddle boat to the central island aquarium. In Singapore, visit Suntec City Fountain of Wealth in the evening for the light show.
Official Tourism Resource: Official Uttarakhand Tourism Nainital Guide →
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (Filming & Travel)
Across the alpine valleys of Manali in Himachal Pradesh and throughout Singapore. Over 60% of the film was shot on location across the island, utilizing Suntec City, Robinson Road, and the Singapore Zoo.
Primarily in the quiet hill towns of Kasauli and Bhimtal Lake in Uttarakhand. The mountain meadows where Rohit meets Jadoo were filmed around Nainital, while the high alpine songs were lensed in Canada's Banff National Park.
In Jordan, across the ancient red canyons of Petra and the open desert sands of Wadi Rum. The crew filmed Hrithik Roshan and Kangana Ranaut directly in front of the 2,000-year-old rock-cut Treasury (Al-Khazneh).
The Fountain of Wealth at Suntec City in downtown Singapore. Built in 1995 from cast bronze, its sunken plaza hosted the night chase and high-wire drop where Krrish battles Dr. Arya's tech guards.
Yes. Nisha's lakeside home is an authentic colonial stone bungalow overlooking Bhimtal Lake in Uttarakhand. It remains private residential property, though its distinctive stone gables and garden gates can be seen from the upper lake ridge road.
A lifelong Indian cinema archivist, Dinesh personally investigates call sheets, director notes, and satellite telemetry to verify authentic coordinates for Krrish (1, 2 & 3). All spot elevations, access roads, and transit advisories are vetted for genuine travel accuracy.
