Abhishek Bachchan Opens Up About Kajra Re 2.0, Recalls Fun Shoot with Aishwarya and Amitabh

Bollywood actor Abhishek Bachchan still looks back at Kajra Re as one of the most enjoyable songs he has ever filmed. Recalling the making of the iconic track.

The actor revealed that the shoot was more akin to a spontaneous dance party with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan and Amitabh Bachchan.

Abhishek Bachchan reminisces about the filming of Kajra Re, describing the experience as a singularly joyful occasion. The actor attributes the camaraderie on set to director Shaad Ali. Who skillfully wove together footage of the cast's playful antics with the song's energetic beats.

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On the day of filming, it just so happened to be Abhishek's birthday, and the crew's celebratory spirit was palpable. Over the course of four hours, the cast and crew engaged in an impromptu dance party, with Ali capturing the lighthearted moments on camera.

Abhishek added that he loves the track and had a blast shooting it. He shared that the experience brought back great memories, and he had a lot of fun filming the song. When asked if he would be interested in revisiting the song in a modern rendition, Abhishek expressed enthusiasm.

Officials stated that he would be open to the idea, provided his co-stars and family members were on board.

Featured in the 2005 film Bunty Aur Babli. Kajra Re brought together Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan for a high-energy dance number. Composed by Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, with lyrics by Gulzar, and vocals by Alisha Chinai, Shankar Mahadevan, and Javed Ali, the track became a major chartbuster.

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Abhishek is awaiting the release of his upcoming film King, helmed by Siddharth Anand. The film stars Shah Rukh Khan in the lead role, alongside Suhana Khan and Deepika Padukone, and features a talented ensemble cast.

This includes Abhay Verma, Raghav Juyal, Rani Mukerji, Arshad Warsi, Jaideep Ahlawat, and others.

The teaser of the film shows Shah Rukh Khan in a menacing salt-and-pepper look, delivering a chilling line before punching a man. The teaser concludes with a blood-soaked crown and the text, "This year fear wears the crown".