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Saroj Khan: Item Songs Spice Up Bollywood Like Pickles
2 Mar
Summary
- Choreographer Saroj Khan likened item songs to pickles, essential for film enjoyment.
- She stated item songs primarily appeal to the 'front benchers' in commercial films.
- Khan explained that catering to public taste ensures films perform well at theaters.
In a past interview, acclaimed choreographer Saroj Khan, fondly known as the "Mother of Dance in India," discussed the significance of "item songs" in commercial Bollywood cinema. Khan drew a parallel between these energetic dance sequences and pickles, highlighting their importance in enhancing audience enjoyment and contributing to a film's success. She articulated that item songs are primarily designed to appeal to the "front-benchers," a core segment of the audience that drives box office performance.
