Veteran Bollywood actress Meenakshi Seshadri has sent fans on a nostalgic trip by sharing a graceful dance reel to the iconic folk number 'Lashkara'. In her post, she fondly recalled the joy of filming the song alongside Telugu superstar Chiranjeevi in the scenic hills of Ooty over three decades ago.
Meenakshi Seshadri Opens Up About 'Lashkara'
Posting the reel on social media late Friday evening, Meenakshi Seshadri can be seen dancing elegantly in a black outfit, displaying the same grace she was known for. Accompanying the video, she wrote, 'I got to work with my favorite producer N.N. Sippy in 'Meri Jung', 'Aag Se Khelenge' and 'Aaj Ka Goondaraj'. It was a pleasure to work with Telugu Megastar Chiranjeevi. Being a great dancer himself, we had several dance numbers in the movie. Lashkara was a fun folk piece shot in beautiful Ooty.'
About the 1992 Film 'Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj'
For those who may not know, 'Lashkara' featured in the 1992 Hindi film 'Aaj Ka Goonda Raaj', directed by Ravi Raja Pinisetty and produced by N.N. Sippy. The action drama starred Chiranjeevi, Meenakshi Seshadri, and Raj Babbar, following a righteous man battling crime and corruption. The song turns 33 this year and continues to hold a special place in the hearts of fans from that era.
Meenakshi Seshadri's Career
Meenakshi Seshadri made her Bollywood debut with Subhash Ghai's blockbuster 'Hero' opposite Jackie Shroff in the early 1980s. She went on to deliver memorable performances in acclaimed films like 'Damini', 'Ghayal', and 'Jurm'. At the peak of her career, she stepped away from the film industry and relocated to the United States to focus on family life. Currently, the actress is quite active on social media platforms, often sharing throwback posts about her movies.
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