Bollywood’s love affair with the item song is as old as commercial Indian cinema itself. From the smoky cabaret performances of the 1960s (dotted with burlesque and jazz influences) to the ...

The ‘item songs’ in Indian movies brim with raw energy, glamour, and a touch of controversy. These peppy numbers are peppered with raunchy lyrics, infectious rhythms and eye-catching choreography. For ...

Recent controversies surrounding explicit song lyrics in Indian cinema are not new. Several Hindi film songs, from "Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai" to Badshah's "Tateeree," have faced criticism, protests, ...

Pandey Ji Seeti (Dabangg 2, 2012) followed the massive success of Munni Badnaam Hui and carried forward the franchise’s celebratory vibe. With festive choreography, high energy, and a crowd-friendly ...

Bollywood actor and dancer Malaika Arora has openly addressed her continued participation in item songs, saying that performing these dance numbers makes her feel empowered and that she sees no reason ...

Reacting to the backlash, Sarpotdar stated, “All these things are marketing assets that lead you into a film. What counts is what the film gives you in the end. For me, when these songs appear, ...