This film marks their first appearance together, though strictly speaking, they do not share a romantic track. Katrina plays a patient who catches the eye of John’s character. In a chaotic comedy centered on a lying doctor (Salman Khan), John plays the handsome, no-nonsense best friend.
Before the tragedy, New York gave us the euphoric music video of Hai Junoon . This moment is pure visual poetry. John and Katrina jogging along Sydney Harbor, the golden sunlight glinting off their perfect physiques, established them as Bollywood’s most "Westernized" and aspirational couple. The moment where John lifts Katrina effortlessly over the fence—a small stunt that felt organic—became a poster image for modern love in the NRIs (Non-Resident Indians) diaspora. This film marks their first appearance together, though
. Despite their limited screen time as a pair, their collaboration is considered a significant moment in Bollywood for its gritty realism and the way it showcased their acting range. New York (2009) : Directed by Kabir Khan and produced by Yash Raj Films . Before the tragedy, New York gave us the