This photograph taken on May 27, 2026 shows Bollywood filmmaker Imtiaz Ali making coffee during an interview with AFP in Mumbai. In an era dominated by hyper-violent blockbusters and larger-than-life action spectacles, Indian filmmaker Imtiaz Ali believes young audiences are searching for something deeper -- love that lasts. The director behind cult romantic dramas such as "Jab We Met", "Rockstar" and "Laila Majnu" told AFP that while Gen Z youth may be growing up in a world of seemingly endless choice, that has only intensified their desire for meaningful connection. (Photo by Indranil Mukherjee / AFP via Getty Images)