The evergreen superstar of Bollywood, Amitabh Bachchan, graced the sets of Kaun Banega Crorepati with his charismatic presence once again, leaving audiences in awe of his charm and candidness. This time, the legendary actor took a trip down memory lane, remembering about the unforgettable experience of working alongside his son Abhishek Bachchan and now-daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai in the iconic song ‘Kajra Re’ from the film Bunty Aur Babli.
“Usmein hum teeno the. Tab Aishwarya humari bahu nahi thi, ab ban gayi hai. Gaane me bahu thi, Abhishek the aur hum the. Uss gaane mein bol the,” Amitabh Bachchan revealed during the episode. (“All three of us were in that song. Aishwarya wasn’t my daughter-in-law then, but she is now. She was my daughter-in-law in the song. It had lyrics about Ballimaran.”)
The evergreen star’s words touched hearts as he fondly spoke of the time when Aishwarya Rai Bachchan was not officially a part of the Bachchan family, but their chemistry on-screen was nothing short of magic. ‘Kajra Re’ became an instant hit, and the trio’s sizzling dance moves, combined with Amitabh Bachchan’s inimitable style, made it an unforgettable cinematic moment.As a delightful surprise, Amitabh Bachchan requested the crew of Kaun Banega Crorepati to play the chart-topping song ‘Kajra Re’ on the screen. The iconic track played, and the audience erupted in applause, reliving the magic of this timeless Bollywood gem.
‘Kajra Re’ was a pivotal song in the film Bunty Aur Babli, directed by Shaad Ali and produced by Aditya Chopra. The film, released in 2005, was a box office success and remains a favorite among Bollywood enthusiasts. The song featured Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in a memorable dance sequence that has continued to captivate audiences over the years.