Sonam Khan, the feisty actress from 90s blockbusters like ‘Krishna’ and ‘Mitti Aur Sona’, is keeping Bollywood nostalgia alive on social media. Her latest post dives into the painful reality behind the joyful ‘Uri Uri Baba’ sequence from ‘Dushman Devta’, where intense heat and barefoot choreography led to blistered feet.
The Instagram video shows Sonam in full dance mode with co-star Suraj Pancholi, her caption revealing the unseen struggle: ‘Uri Uri Baba shoot – sweltering temperatures, no shoes, and blisters for souvenirs.’ Admirers are pouring in with emojis and recollections, celebrating her resilience.
Usha Uthup’s powerful rendition, Anjaan’s playful lyrics, and Bappi Lahiri’s beats made the song unforgettable. Anil Ganguly’s direction brought together Dharmendra’s heroic thief, Dimple Kapadia’s grace, Aditya Pancholi’s intensity, and Sonam’s charm in a narrative about a terror-stricken village.
After the slaying of Master Dinanath, villagers hail the outsider as ‘Dushman Devta’ – enemy turned god. His secret agenda adds layers to this action-packed drama, though commercial failure dimmed its spotlight.
From her 1987 Telugu debut to Hindi stardom via ‘Tirchi Topi’, Sonam carved a niche before stepping away. Today, her stories humanize the stardom, highlighting sacrifices like those blisters that fueled iconic moments.