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When Saroj Khan was replaced by another choreographer in a song featuring Katrina Kaif for THIS reason

In a past interview, the late legendary choreographer Saroj Khan shared that she was replaced in a song featuring Katrina Kaif, as the actress required additional time for rehearsals.

January 21, 2025 / 23:53 IST
In the interview, the legendary choreographer Saroj Khan revealed that she was initially set to choreograph a dance number for Katrina Kaif in the film Thugs of Hindostan.

Saroj Khan, one of Bollywood’s most legendary choreographers, left an indelible mark on the industry with her exceptional dance routines over a career spanning four decades. She was the creative force behind iconic numbers like Hawa Hawai and Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai, shaping the careers of many top actresses.

In a past interview, she once shared an incident where she was replaced by another choreographer for a song featuring Katrina Kaif, highlighting the unpredictability of the industry.

In the interview, the legendary choreographer Saroj Khan revealed that she was initially set to choreograph a dance number for Katrina Kaif in the film Thugs of Hindostan. However, when Katrina learned about Saroj Khan’s involvement, she reportedly requested additional time for rehearsals to perfect the steps. Due to this scheduling conflict, Saroj Khan ultimately lost the project, and another choreographer was brought in for the song.

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Talking about the same she said, “Yes, I was approached to choreograph ‘Suraiya’, but then Katrina said that if is Masterji then I have to prepare a lot for it. And the makers didn’t have that much time, so Prabhu Deva came on board. I was summarily replaced with Prabhudheva.”

She further added, "Finally your work speaks. It does not require you to bow in front of anyone and ask for work."

Saroj Khan has choreographed songs including, Tabaah Ho Gaye, Tamma Tamma Loge, Barso Re, Nimbooda, Ek Do Teen, among the other hits ones.

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Saroj Khan, the legendary choreographer, has worked with some of the biggest names in Bollywood over her illustrious career. From shaping the iconic dance moves of Madhuri Dixit, Sridevi, and Aishwarya Rai to choreographing memorable performances for Salman Khan, Anil Kapoor, and Shah Rukh Khan, her influence on Bollywood’s dance landscape has been unparalleled. Her signature style and dedication to the craft made her a favorite among generations of actors.

Sadly, the iconic choreographer and dancer Saroj Khan passed away on July 3, 2020, at the age of 71 due to cardiac arrest, leaving behind an extraordinary legacy in Bollywood.

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first published: Jan 21, 2025 11:53 pm

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