| "Sheila Ki Jawani" | |
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| Song bySunidhi Chauhan,Vishal Dadlani | |
| Language | Hindi |
| Released | 14 November 2010 (2010-11-14) |
| Genre | Filmi,Pop-folk |
| Length | 4:43 |
| Label | T-Series |
| Composer | Vishal–Shekhar |
| Lyricist | Vishal Dadlani |
| Producers | |
"Sheila Ki Jawani" (lit. 'Sheila's youth') is an IndianHindi-language song sung bySunidhi Chauhan andVishal Dadlani, featuringKatrina Kaif along withAkshay Kumar in the 2010Bollywood filmTees Maar Khan. The music was composed by composer duoVishal–Shekhar and the lyrics were penned by Dadlani.[1] The moves were choreographed by choreographer-directorFarah Khan, who went on to win theFilmfare Award for Best Choreography for the film.[2]
The popularity of the song prompted many comparisons with "Munni Badnaam Hui" from the 2010 filmDabangg.[3] It has since become one of the most viewed Bollywood songs onYouTube with more than 305 million views to date.
Katrina Kaif stated thatFarah Khan presented her with DVDs ofMadhuri Dixit's movies, so that Katrina could concentrate on Dixit's dances. Kaif then stated that it helped her a lot.[4] Kaif describes her performance in this song as "one of the sexiest" she has ever done.[5] She said, "It was kind of a learning experience for me. I don't take the song being called item number as an offense. There is exposure in the song but it is more about attitude and I was specific about it..." Director Farah Khan recalls, "Katrina was very conscious of revealing her navel inSheila ki Jawani and worked out for two months for it, telling me to allow her an option to cover herself with a dupatta if her abs weren't flat. But in the end, she was extremely confident, not bothering to cover up with a bathrobe in between shots or even in the walk from her vanity van to the set."[6]
Both the official music video and the full video feature Kaif shooting for an eponymous film with Dadlani as director in a special appearance. Kumar and his gang, comprisingAli Asgar, Dharampal andVijay Maurya, then interrupt the music video shoot twice, only to be dragged away by security.
The extended video cut ends with Kumar smashing director Dadlani's head with a mug and carrying away Kaif on his shoulders as the background dancers scatter in a frenzy. Kumar is shown to detest the shoot and tries to distract Kaif, annoying director Dadlani in the bargain.
The song was well received by film critics, who praised the choreography of Farah Khan and the moves of Katrina.Anupama Chopra ofNDTV wrote, "Farah continues to be the consummate choreographer – So, Sheila ki Jawani has a superb, infectious energy".[7]Nikhat Kazmi ofThe Times of India wrote "Of course Sheila Ki Jawani is eye-popping chartbuster fare and adds another definition to the item number with Katrina's explosive rendition".[8] India Today wrote "The stunning Katrina Kaif brings sexy back with her latest item song from Farah Khan'sTees Maar Khan."[9] The Times of India, praising Katrina in item songs, wrote, "Katrina Kaif made men go weak on their knees with hernavel exposure for the item songs, 'Sheila ki Jawani' and 'Chikni Chameli' which were major hits in her career."[10]
The song turned out to be one of the biggest hits of the year, along with "Munni Badnaam Hui" fromDabangg.[3]Malaika Arora, who featured in "Munni Badnaam Hui" was frequently compared with Kaif, in what was popularly known as the "Munni vs Sheila" debate.[11][12]
In December 2010, aPublic Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the Lucknow bench of theAllahabad High Court, with the petitioner asking for a ban of the song, claiming it was "indecent" and "immoral".[13] However, the movie was released with minimal cuts, and was given aU/A censor rating.[14]
| Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
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| 3rd Mirchi Music Awards | Song of The Year | - | Nominated | [15][16] |
| Female Vocalist of The Year | Sunidhi Chauhan | Nominated | ||
| Best Item Song of the Year | - | Nominated | ||
| Listeners' Choice Song of the Year | - | Won |
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