In a recent conversation with Siddharth Kanan, choreographer-director Ahmed Khan reminisced about his time as a child artist on the sets of Shekhar Kapur’s Mr India. The film, starring Sridevi and Anil Kapoor, is celebrated as one of India’s most iconic movies. Khan revealed that Sridevi would use ice cream to bribe the children on set, including himself, to teach her break-dancing.
Ahmed Khan reveals Sridevi bribed him with ice cream to learn break-dancing on Mr India set
“We were shooting a hospital scene following a bomb blast, which was quite serious,” Ahmed recalled. “Sridevi took us to one of the doctor’s rooms and offered us ice cream. She said, “‘I’m not giving you this because I like you; you have to teach me break-dancing.’ So, we taught her some moves. That’s how our friendship began.”
Sridevi’s reserved nature
Ahmed also touched upon Sridevi’s reserved personality, which he observed even as a child. “Everyone knows Sridevi was reserved. Off-camera, she would be quiet and reserved, but once the camera started rolling, she transformed into Seema, her character in the film. It was like Michael Jackson, who spoke softly but exploded on stage. We wondered how she did this. She was mahaan (great). Initially, she wasn’t friendly with us, but that changed over time.”
The legacy of Mr India
Released in 1987, Mr India remains a beloved classic, with Sridevi’s performance particularly standing out. Her portrayal of Seema and the iconic song ‘Hawa Hawai’ have left a lasting impression on audiences. Sridevi’s ability to switch between her reserved off-screen persona and her dynamic on-screen performances continues to amaze those who worked with her.
Ahmed Khan’s current projects
Today, Ahmed Khan is a well-known choreographer and director. He is currently directing Welcome to the Jungle, a film boasting a star-studded cast including Akshay Kumar, Paresh Rawal, Disha Patani, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arshad Warsi, Suniel Shetty, Johnny Lever, Shreyas Talpade, and Tusshar Kapoor. Ahmed has previously directed films such as Lakeer, Fool & Final, Baaghi 2, Baaghi 3, and Heropanti 2.
Ahmed Khan’s anecdotes about Sridevi on the set of Mr India offer a charming glimpse into the making of a classic film and highlight the human side of a legendary actress. As he continues to make his mark in the industry, these memories serve as a testament to the lasting impact of Sridevi’s talent and personality.
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