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When Farah Khan revealed how Malaika Arora was finalised for Chaiyya Chaiyya

When Farah Khan revealed how Malaika Arora was finalised for Chaiyya Chaiyya

Choreographer and director Farah Khan revealed how actress Malaika Arora came on board the iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya for Mani Ratnam`s Dil Se…  When the Om Shanti Om maker appeared on the popular chat show, Jeena Isi Ka Naam Hai, she shared that they approached a lot of people for the song before Malaika was finalized at the last minute. She added that she knew Malaika way before they shot the track. Farah said, “We actually tried for a lot of people. We had no one even one week before the song was supposed to be shot.” The Main Hoon Na maker said that she desperately called Malaika to be a part of the track, despite not knowing if she could dance or not. “I did not even know if she could dance. But I knew that her look was right. She looks beautiful.” Farah said that in the last minute, director Mani Ratnam left the decision to her. “Get anybody”. At the end, she admitted that Malaika ended up giving a mind-blowing performance in the …

‘Rehman Dakait in college days’: Old video of Akshaye Khanna dancing to Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya; goes viral | Bollywood News

‘Rehman Dakait in college days’: Old video of Akshaye Khanna dancing to Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya; goes viral | Bollywood News

4 min readNew DelhiFeb 1, 2026 12:00 PM IST Akshaye Khanna has been riding a wave of admiration ever since the blockbuster success of Dhurandhar. Directed by Aditya Dhar and starring Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan, and Sanjay Dutt, the film not only smashed box office records but also reignited fascination with Akshaye’s screen presence. His portrayal of Rehman Dakait emerged as one of the most talked-about aspects of the movie, with fans particularly raving about his dance in the song “FA9LA” by Flipperachi. Akshaye Khanna dances to “Chaiyya Chaiyya” Following the film’s OTT release, Akshaye Khanna has once again captured the spotlight online. Recently, an old clip from the early 2000s resurfaced, showing the actor lighting up the stage with his moves to Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic track “Chaiyya Chaiyya” at an awards event. Shared on Reddit, the video also features Twinkle Khanna. In the clip, Akshaye is effortlessly stylish in an all-black ensemble – blazer, trousers, T-shirt and cap, while Twinkle dazzles in a shimmering gold lehenga. The duo’s smooth chemistry and …

Akshaye Khanna dances to Shah Rukh Khan’s Chaiyya Chaiyya in old video, leaves netizens in awe: ‘Why is he so fine’

Akshaye Khanna dances to Shah Rukh Khan’s Chaiyya Chaiyya in old video, leaves netizens in awe: ‘Why is he so fine’

For the last two months, Akshaye Khanna has been the talk of the town ever since the release of his film Dhurandhar. Also starring Ranveer Singh, Arjun Rampal, R Madhavan and Sanjay Dutt, the Aditya Dhar film broke records at the box office, with one of the biggest highlights being Akshaye’s performance as Rehman Dakait. Soon netizens began digging up old interviews, movie scenes and fun moments of the actor, because they just couldn’t get enough of his aura and that handsome face! The latest viral video in the list is a throwback stage performance from 2000, when Akshaye set the dance floor on fire with his moves on Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic track Chaiyya Chaiyya. Akshaye Khanna at an award function in 2000 In this viral video, which has resurfaced 26 years later, Akshaye Khanna can be seen performing on the song Chaiyya Chaiyya from Shah Rukh Khan’s 1998 film Dil Se. Akshaye looks handsome as ever, dressed in a black suit with a matching cap over his head, whereas his dance partner Twinkle …

Akshaye Khanna’s old video dancing to Shah Rukh Khan’s Chaiyya Chaiyya has fans calling him ‘underrated dancer’. Watch

Akshaye Khanna’s old video dancing to Shah Rukh Khan’s Chaiyya Chaiyya has fans calling him ‘underrated dancer’. Watch

The year 2025 proved to be a bumper one for actor Akshaye Khanna, as he began the year with a blockbuster, Chhaava, and ended it with another blockbuster, Dhurandhar. In Dhurandhar, a brief dance sequence featuring the actor went viral on social media, earning him widespread attention. Now, an old video of Akshaye dancing to Chaiyya Chaiyya has resurfaced online, with fans calling him an underrated dancer. Akshaye Khanna dancing to Chaiyya Chaiyya with Twinkle Khanna. Akshaye Khanna dances to Chaiyya Chaiyya On Saturday, a Reddit user shared an old video of Akshaye performing to Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya at an award event. The actor is seen dancing to the song alongside Twinkle Khanna. While Twinkle was dressed in a golden lehenga, Akshaye kept it casual in a black blazer and trousers, paired with a matching T-shirt and a cap. The video drew praise from fans for his dancing skills. One comment read, “Why is he so fine? One of those people who is just hot without even trying.” Another wrote, “Akshaye …

Shah Rukh Khan dazzles at Shahrukhz tower launch: Grooves to ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’, shares personal anecdote and more

Shah Rukh Khan dazzles at Shahrukhz tower launch: Grooves to ‘Chaiyya Chaiyya’, shares personal anecdote and more

Shah Rukh Khan walked into a packed ballroom in Mumbai and ended up making history without even trying. The Danube Group, led by founder Rizwan Sajan, flew in to launch Shahrukhz, the first-ever tower to carry the superstar’s name. The launch took over a five-star hotel and felt more like a celebration than a corporate reveal. As fans craned their necks for a glimpse, Shah Rukh stood on the stage with a smile. Shah Rukh Khan at the launch of Shahrukhz in Mumbai.(PTI) Rizwan wanted the event in India, not Dubai, Shah Rukh revealed. And the Bollywood superstar made it clear the sentiment meant something to him. “I really wanted the event to take place here, as I come from here,” he told the crowd. “Wanting to make their lives better. As and when this project begins to roll, I hope people find their lives growing beautifully and exponentially, as they should,” he added. A personal moment for Shah Rukh Khan The actor also opened up about what the honour would have meant to his …

Shah Rukh Khan grooves to Chaiyya Chaiyya with Farah Khan; fans love his ‘unmatched energy at 60’. Watch

Shah Rukh Khan grooves to Chaiyya Chaiyya with Farah Khan; fans love his ‘unmatched energy at 60’. Watch

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan recently attended a grand event in Mumbai, where he unveiled a tower named Shahrukhz. During the event, the actor was seen dancing to Chaiyya Chaiyya along with Farah Khan, and as the videos surfaced online, fans couldn’t get enough of his energy. Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan grooved to Chaiyya Chaiyya. Shah Rukh Khan and Farah Khan dancing to Chaiyya Chaiyya A video from the event showed Farah warmly introducing Shah Rukh on stage and, as he walked in, he kissed her on the cheek, prompting cheers from the audience. Farah then joked, “I know you all are jealous, so Shah Rukh once more.” The superstar kissed her on the cheek again. The duo were also seen dancing to Shah Rukh’s iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya, choreographed by Farah. The video quickly did the rounds online, with fans praising SRK’s unmatched energy. One comment read, “Wow, look at his energy. Hard to believe he’s 60 years old now.” Another wrote, “His energy is unmatched.” A fan also appreciated Farah, saying, …

Shah Rukh Khan danced to his iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya at an event, watch

Shah Rukh Khan danced to his iconic song Chaiyya Chaiyya at an event, watch

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan was present at a grand event today in Mumbai along with the founder and chairman of the Dubai-based Danube Group, Rizwan Sajan, as they unveiled a landmark property named Shahrukhz. The Pathaan star is now the first actor on whose name a tower is getting made. At the event, Khan also transported fans to his early years as he danced to the song Chaiyya Chaiyya.  What`s even more memorable was that filmmaker Farah Khan was also present with him. She choreographed the original song featuring Khan and Malaika Arora.  SRK and Farah reunite The iconic actor-director duo of SRK and Farah, known for their long-standing friendship and other memorable collaborations, took to the stage together and left the audience cheering in nostalgia. Both SRK and Farah arrived in smart black outfits. What followed next was a surprise performance that became the highlight of the evening. As the opening beats of Chaiyya Chaiyya filled the venue, Farah and Shah Rukh Khan broke into the signature hook steps of the song, making …

POLL: Which AR Rahman song is your all-time favorite? Tere Bina to Chaiyya Chaiyya; VOTE

POLL: Which AR Rahman song is your all-time favorite? Tere Bina to Chaiyya Chaiyya; VOTE

Pinkvilla is giving music lovers a chance to decide the most beloved A.R. Rahman song of all time! From soulful melodies like Tere Bina to iconic beats of Chaiyya Chaiyya, fans can now vote for their favorite track. Don’t miss out—make your choice now! POLL: Which AR Rahman song is your most favorite of all time? We are conducting a poll to find out which AR Rahman song is your most favorite of all time? Go vote now! Jai Ho – Slumdog Millionaire Tere Bina Tere Bina is a soulful track composed by A.R. Rahman for the 2007 film Guru, directed by Mani Ratnam. Sung by Rahman, Chinmayi, and Murtuza Khan, the song beautifully captures love and longing. Its mesmerizing melody and heartfelt lyrics make it one of Rahman’s most cherished compositions. Jai Ho Jai Ho is an iconic song composed by A.R. Rahman for the 2008 film Slumdog Millionaire. Sung by Sukhwinder Singh, Tanvi Shah, and Mahalakshmi Iyer, the energetic track blends Indian and international sounds. It won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, …

Priyanka Chopra brings desi girl energy as she grooves to Chaiyya Chaiyya, has a blast at brother’s haldi ceremony | Bollywood

Priyanka Chopra brings desi girl energy as she grooves to Chaiyya Chaiyya, has a blast at brother’s haldi ceremony | Bollywood

Feb 05, 2025 06:23 PM IST Priyanka Chopra stunned in a traditional ensemble as she attended brother Siddharth Chopra’s haldi ceremony in Mumbai. Priyanka Chopra is busy with the pre-wedding celebrations of her brother Siddharth Chopra. The actor wore a bright yellow lehenga set for the haldi ceremony that was held on Wednesday. Pictures and videos from the fun-filled family affair quickly surfaced on social media, where the actor was seen having a blast dancing to Bollywood hits. (Also read: Priyanka Chopra glows as nanad-to-be with mother-in-law Denise, leaves for brother’s pre wedding ceremony. Watch) Priyanka Chopra with her family and relatives at the haldi ceremony. Priyanka at haldi ceremony In a video that has been posted on a paparazzi page, Priyanka was seen dancing to Bollywood songs like Maahi Ve and Chhaiya Chhaiya. The actor also shared pictures on her Instagram Stories. Priyanka via Instagram Stories. In one of the videos, Siddharth and his would-be-bride Neelam Upadhyaya were seen sitting on a huge stand, where family members and relatives applied haldi and sang songs …

Why Farah Khan rejected Shilpa Shirodkar for Shah Rukh Khan, Malaika Arora song Chaiyya Chaiyya: ‘You are too fat’ | Bollywood

Why Farah Khan rejected Shilpa Shirodkar for Shah Rukh Khan, Malaika Arora song Chaiyya Chaiyya: ‘You are too fat’ | Bollywood

The image of Shah Rukh Khan and Malaika Arora dancing on top of a train in the song Chaiyya Chaiyya is forever etched in the minds and hearts of Bollywood fans. However, few know that Malaika was not the original choice for this iconic number. Also read: Shah Rukh Khan reacts to PM Modi’s welcome with Chaiyya Chaiyya at White House: ‘Wish I was there to dance’ Shilpa Shirodkar reveals why she was rejected for Malaika Arora’s part in Chaiyya Chaiyya from Dil Se. Not the first choice It has been revealed that Shilpa Shirodkar was approached for the song first, and was rejected for being fat. Shilpa shared the incident in the latest episode of Bigg Boss 18. It happened when filmmaker Farah Khan took over the hosting duties for Weekend Ka Vaar from the show’s regular host, Salman Khan. During her stint, she condemned many contestants for their behaviour on the show. At one point, Shilpa was seen sharing an anecdote involving Farah. Towards the end of the episode, during a conversation with …