"Sheila Ki Jawani" (lit. 'Sheila's youth') is an Indian Hindi-language song sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Vishal Dadlani, featuring Katrina Kaif along with Akshay Kumar in the 2010 Bollywood film Tees Maar Khan. The music was composed by composer duo Vishal–Shekhar and the lyrics were penned by Dadlani.[1] The moves were choreographed by choreographer-director Farah Khan, who went on to win the Filmfare Award for Best Choreography for the film.[2]
| "Sheila Ki Jawani" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Sunidhi Chauhan, Vishal Dadlani | |
| Language | Hindi |
| Released | 14 November 2010 |
| Genre | Filmi, Pop-folk |
| Length | 4:43 |
| Label | T-Series |
| Composer(s) | Vishal–Shekhar |
| Lyricist(s) | Vishal Dadlani |
| Producer(s) | |
The popularity of the song prompted many comparisons with "Munni Badnaam Hui" from the 2010 film Dabangg.[3] It has since become one of the most viewed Bollywood songs on YouTube with more than 305 million views to date.
Influences
editKatrina Kaif stated that Farah Khan presented her with DVDs of Madhuri 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 in Sheila 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]
Music video
editBoth 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, comprising Ali Asgar, Dharampal and Vijay 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.
Reception
editThe song was well received by film critics, who praised the choreography of Farah Khan and the moves of Katrina. Anupama Chopra of NDTV wrote, "Farah continues to be the consummate choreographer – So, Sheila ki Jawani has a superb, infectious energy".[7] Nikhat Kazmi of The 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's Tees Maar Khan."[9] The Times of India, praising Katrina in item songs, wrote, "Katrina Kaif made men go weak on their knees with her navel 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" from Dabangg.[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]
Controversy
editIn December 2010, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was filed in the Lucknow bench of the Allahabad 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 a U/A censor rating.[14]
Accolades
edit| Award | Category | Recipient(s) and nominee(s) | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Awards and nominations
edit- Nominated
- IIFA Best Female Playback - Sunidhi Chauhan for Sheila Ki Jawani
- Won[17]
- Zee Cine Award for Best Choreography Award - Farah Khan for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Nominated[18]
- Zee Cine Award for Best Track of the Year - "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director - Vishal / Shekhar
- Zee Cine Award for Best Playback Singer - Female - Sunidhi Chauhan for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Zee Cine Award for Best Lyricist - Vishal Dadlani for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Won
- Filmfare Best Playback Singer - Female - Sunidhi Chauhan for Sheila Ki Jawani
- Filmfare Best Choreography Award - Farah Khan for Sheila Ki Jawani
- Nominated
- Screen Award for Best Female Playback for Sheila Ki Jawani (Sunidhi Chauhan)
- Won
- Best Female Playback Singer for - Sheila Ki Jawani - Sunidhi Chauhan
- Won
- Listeners' Choice Song of the Year for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Nominated
- Song of The Year for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Female Vocalist of The Year - Sunidhi Chauhan for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Best Item Song of the Year for "Sheila Ki Jawani"
- Other Awards
- Won
- GIMA award Best Female playback for Sheila Ki Jawani - Sunidhi Chauhan
- Airtel Dancing Super Star for Sheila Ki Jawani - Katrina Kaif
References
edit- ^ Tuteja, Joginder (12 November 2010). "Katrina works on herself for 'Sheila Ki Jawani'". Indiaglitz. Archived from the original on 13 November 2010. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ "Small-budget 'Udaan' sweeps Filmfare Awards". MSN India. Archived from the original on 19 July 2012. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ a b "Munni - Sheila battle heats up". NDTV Movies. Archived from the original on 6 December 2010. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ Ashar, Urvashi (8 December 2010). "Katrina's 'Sheila' dedicated to Madhuri". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 3 January 2013. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ "'Sheila Ki Jawani' is the sexiest song I have ever shot, says Katrina". Zee News. Retrieved 22 December 2011.
- ^ Shilpa Rathnam Prachi Rege Kaveree Bamzai (3 June 2011). "Bollywood navel fashion has led to re-emergence of sari". India Today. Retrieved 27 May 2019.
- ^ Chopra, Anupama. "Review: Tees Maar Khan". NDTV Movies. Archived from the original on 14 July 2011. Retrieved 22 December 2011.
- ^ Kazmi, Nikhat (23 December 2011). "Tees Maar Khan". Times of India. Retrieved 22 December 2011.
- ^ "Katrina Kaifs bold act in Sheila Ki Jawani". Retrieved 24 September 2017.
- ^ "Katrina Kaif made men go weak on their knees Photogallery - Times of India". The Times of India Photogallery. Retrieved 9 January 2018.
- ^ Nagpaul-D'Souza, Dipti (26 December 2010). "Munni vs Sheila: The way of the 'Item Bomb'". Indian Express. Retrieved 22 December 2011.
- ^ Wangoo, Anupama (26 December 2011). "Sheila steals Munni's thunder". The Times of India. Archived from the original on 1 July 2012. Retrieved 22 December 2011.
- ^ "PIL demands ban on Munni Badnaam Hui and Sheila Ki Jawani". Deccan Herald. 23 December 2010. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ "Tees Maar Khan in censor trouble; gets U/A certificate". Indian Express. 11 December 2011. Retrieved 21 December 2011.
- ^ "Nominees - Mirchi Music Award Hindi 2010". 30 January 2011. Archived from the original on 30 January 2011. Retrieved 30 September 2018.
- ^ "Winners - Mirchi Music Award Hindi 2010".
- ^ "Winners of Zee Cine Awards 2011". Bollywood Hungama. Archived from the original on 17 January 2011. Retrieved 14 January 2011.
- ^ "Nominations for Zee Cine Awards 2011". Bollywood Hungama. Archived from the original on 5 January 2011. Retrieved 7 January 2011.
- ^ "Nominees - Mirchi Music Award Hindi 2010". 30 January 2011. Archived from the original on 30 January 2011. Retrieved 30 September 2018.
- ^ "Winners - Mirchi Music Award Hindi 2010".