OPINION: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Bipasha Basu, and Karisma Kapoor have been Bollywood’s OG ‘IT Girls’ even before it was a thing; Here’s how

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OPINION: Kareena Kapoor Khan, Bipasha Basu, and Karisma Kapoor have been Bollywood’s OG ‘IT Girls’ even before it was a thing; Here's how

As a die-hard Bollywood enthusiast with a heart full of sequins and dreams, I can confidently declare that Bipasha Basu‘s era was nothing short of a cinematic revolution. My life’s soundtrack is a loop of her iconic songs like Teri Dulhan Sajaungi and Don’t Touch Me, with a sprinkle of Beedi Jalaile and Ishq Di Gali for good measure. These tunes have the power to make even the most stoic heart sway to their rhythm!

“I’m not exaggerating when I confess that Bollywood is a big part of my life, shaping every corner of it. My walls display movie posters, my computer screen shows movie stills, and unsurprisingly, my social media feed is overflowing with stunning film edits. Interestingly, my Instagram account recently began showing me captivating cinematic montages featuring the leading ladies of Hindi cinema.”

Simultaneously, I observed the widespread application of the term ‘It Girl’ on the internet and it struck me instantly that aren’t there already women who embody that role, only without the extravagant title or designation?

Initially, it may seem like I’m partial, but my infatuation with ‘Bipasha Basu’s Era’ could be considered an all-consuming passion. Picture me blasting “Teri Dulhan Sajaungi” at full volume, over and over again – particularly on days when my heart was overflowing with cinematic sentimentality. I was insane, and so were many others. This Bengali charmer didn’t just conquer Bollywood, but she made the world sway to her tunes, igniting an ‘item-girl’ trend that undeniably brought a refreshing breeze of change.

Bipasha’s acting success was significant, but her songs played a pivotal role in elevating her career to an unprecedented level. Hits such as “Don’t Touch Me,” “Ishq Di Gali,” “Beedi Jalaile,” and even the one named after her, marked a period where she reigned supreme, like a divine figure.

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2024-09-02 21:38