Archive · 27 May 2025
'Kajra Re' Turns 20: Vaibhavi Merchant on Iconic Song's Making
The famous Bollywood song 'Kajra Re' from the movie 'Bunty Aur Babli' is celebrating 20 years.
Vaibhavi Merchant, the choreographer, shared the story of how it was made.
She was surprised to be working with Amitabh and Abhishek Bachchan together.
The song was filmed with Aishwarya Rai, and was predicted to be popular.
It became a hit through word of mouth.
Rani Mukerji was not in the dance scene because her character was pregnant in the film.
'Kajra Re' song celebrates its 20th anniversary, from the film 'Bunty Aur Babli'.
Vaibhavi Merchant choreographed the song, featuring Amitabh, Aishwarya, and Abhishek Bachchan.
Merchant was surprised when asked to choreograph a song with both Bachchans.
Aditya Chopra predicted the song's popularity, and it became a chartbuster.
The song was filmed at Yash Raj Studios and marked Aishwarya Rai's comeback.
- Who
- Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, and Abhishek Bachchan starred in the song, choreographed by Vaibhavi Merchant.
- What
- A behind-the-scenes look at the making of the iconic song 'Kajra Re'.
- When
- The song was released 20 years ago as part of 'Bunty Aur Babli'.
- Where
- The song was primarily filmed at Yash Raj Studio.
- Why
- To create a memorable song for the film 'Bunty Aur Babli' and showcase Aishwarya Rai's comeback.
Vaibhavi Merchant
Film Industry
Awards
Vaibhavi Merchant
Merchant was upset for not winning a Filmfare Award.
Film Industry
The song won many awards.
- Song Title
- Kajra Re
- Film
- Bunty Aur Babli
- Choreographer
- Vaibhavi Merchant
- Starring
- Amitabh Bachchan, Aishwarya Rai, Abhishek Bachchan
- Music Composers
- Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy
- Lyricist
- Gulzar
