In a recent interview with Mamaraazzi, Imtiaz Ali shared his thoughts on one of life’s most profound emotions—love—offering a philosophical perspective on a question that has fascinated people for generations.
When asked to define love, the filmmaker admitted that it is something he doesn’t believe can truly be explained. “If I could describe love, I wouldn’t be making movies at all. I would just describe it and get done with it,” he said, suggesting that love is an emotion best experienced rather than defined.
Expanding on his thoughts, Imtiaz Ali compared concepts like love and God, saying their meanings continue to evolve throughout a person’s life. According to the filmmaker, no one can confidently claim to fully understand either, as they remain ideas that are constantly explored and rediscovered.
He further reflected that the search for love, truth, God and the universe is an endless journey rather than a destination. In his view, life is about continuing to discover these deeper meanings, with every experience adding a new perspective along the way.
Ending on a thoughtful note, Imtiaz Ali suggested that even at the end of one’s life, the true meaning of love may remain a mystery—making the journey of seeking it more important than finding a final answer.
