Veteran Bollywood actress Jaya Prada, celebrated for her iconic roles and memorable dance numbers, created a delightful stir with her special appearance on the popular singing reality show Indian Idol 16. The episode, which has been eagerly anticipated by fans, features the legendary star in a playful yet pointed confrontation with judge and composer Vishal Dadlani.
A Grand Entry and a Playful Accusation
Making a dramatic entrance on the Indian Idol stage adorned in a traditional ghoonghat, Jaya Prada immediately turned her attention to Vishal Dadlani. In a light-hearted but pointed tone, the actress teased the judge, questioning him about giving one of her classic songs to a younger actress. The song in question is the timeless hit 'Dafli Waale' from the 1979 superhit film Sargam, originally picturized on Jaya Prada and the late Rishi Kapoor.
Vishal Dadlani, initially amused by the query, clarified the context. He explained that in the 2012 film Student of the Year, a segment of the song Radha was inspired by Dafli Waale. That specific portion featured actress Alia Bhatt dancing to the tune. Jaya Prada, however, was not ready to let him off the hook so easily.
The Punishment: A Live Dafli Performance
Announcing a fitting punishment for Vishal, Jaya Prada called him onto the stage. She made the composer-singer play the dafli (a traditional tambourine) live while she herself performed a graceful dance to her iconic song. Her elegant and spirited moves captivated the audience and judges alike, earning her a standing ovation from fellow judges Badshah and Shreya Ghoshal.
Host Aditya Narayan added to the fun atmosphere with his witty remarks. He joked about his first impression of the actress in her ghoonghat, saying, "I thought she was a goon, but she turned out to be a killer. Our desi girl turned out to be Jaya Prada." His comment perfectly captured the surprising and charming nature of her appearance.
Another Iconic Performance on Request
The veteran actress's segment was filled with nostalgia. In another promo from the episode, judge Shreya Ghoshal requested Jaya Prada to perform on another of her hit songs, 'Gori Hain Kalaiyaan'. The actress happily obliged, delivering an energetic performance that made the moment truly special for everyone present on the set.
The original 'Dafli Waale' remains an evergreen classic, sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Mohammad Rafi. Jaya Prada's visit to Indian Idol 16 not only provided high entertainment but also served as a beautiful bridge between Bollywood's golden era and its contemporary landscape, reminding viewers of her enduring star power.
