Choreographer Farah Khan has recently pledged to cast actor Shilpa Shirodkar in a potential sequel to the iconic song “Chhaiya Chhaiya.” This promise came during a candid vlog where Farah opened up about her past decision to reject Shilpa for the original song featured in the film Dil Se. In her vlog, Farah reflected on her initial thoughts, admitting that she wrongly perceived Shilpa’s appearance while expressing her guilt over the earlier decision.
During the video, Farah, alongside her cook Dilip, visited Shilpa’s home, where the conversation turned to the infamous rejection. Shilpa humorously reminded Farah of her past comment regarding her weight, stating, “how will she get on the train? And if she gets on, where will Shah Rukh stand?” The two shared a laugh, highlighting the warmth of their reunion. In response, Farah reassured her, “If we ever make ‘Chhaiya Chhaiya 2’, you will be a part of it.”
Shilpa, known for her vibrant performances in the 1990s, added her own comedic take on the subject, saying, “I will be on the train and there will be dancers and Shah Rukh.” Farah also reminisced about Shilpa’s signature rain songs, mentioning a light-hearted running joke that Shilpa always had her rain machine on hand. The conversation took a sentimental turn when Farah admitted her guilt regarding her previous rejection.
Reflecting on her earlier comments about Shilpa’s weight, Farah reiterated, “I was thinking how will she get on the train? And if she gets on the train, then where will Shah Rukh go?” In response, Shilpa revealed that despite the rejection, Farah had granted her a grace period of 15 days to work on her body, noting that this was Farah’s way of supporting her. Shilpa later expressed her feelings about the rejection during an appearance on Siddharth Kannan’s YouTube channel where she emphasized, “I didn’t get it because I was fat. They just said that I am fat.”
While the rejection still stings for Shilpa, she added, “I will always feel bad that I didn’t get ‘Chhaiya Chhaiya’ but God gave me much more and he is still giving me.” This conversation between Farah Khan and Shilpa Shirodkar not only exposes the complexities of the entertainment industry but also highlights personal growth and the importance of reconciling past mistakes. The promise of a sequel fosters excitement and hope among fans for the revival of a classic performance that captivated audiences years ago.
