In a throwback that blends humor and hardship, veteran actress Sonam Khan opened up about the grueling shoot of ‘Uri Uri Baba’ from ‘Dushman Devta’. The song, a colorful highlight of the 1991 release, saw the star endure barefoot dancing in blistering heat, resulting in sore feet that she only shared years later.
On Thursday, Sonam shared an Instagram reel featuring her energetic performance with Suraj Pancholi. Her caption cut straight to the chase: ‘This is me in Uri Uri Baba. Extreme heat, barefoot dancing, and yes, blisters all over my feet.’ The post has sparked a wave of reactions, with fans praising her dedication.
Composed by the disco king Bappi Lahiri, with soulful vocals from Usha Uthup and words by Anjaan, the track captured the rustic charm of rural India. Directed by Anil Ganguly, the film starred Dharmendra as a mysterious savior in a village plagued by bandits and beasts. Dimple Kapadia, Aditya Pancholi, and Sonam rounded out the cast in this dramatic saga of suspicion and divine intervention.
The story centers on a thief who reforms after being mistaken for a god following a teacher’s murder. What starts as village folklore unravels into a deeper conspiracy. Box office woes overshadowed its ambitions, but songs like ‘Uri Uri Baba’ endure.
Sonam, who dazzled in ‘Tridev’, ‘Ajuba’, and more, began in Telugu cinema before becoming a Hindi film sensation with ‘Tirchi Topi’. Her abrupt exit left fans wondering, but these snippets from the past showcase the unyielding spirit of Bollywood’s unsung heroes.