Films With The Father, Item Song With The Son: Madhuri Dixit's Luck Changed Between Generations
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Rishi Kapoor and Madhuri Dixit worked together in three films, namely, Prem Granth (1996), Yaarana, and Sahiban. All three featured memorable songs but underwhelmed in theatres. (News18 Hindi)
Even Prem Granth, which boasted a strong soundtrack, failed to draw audiences, marking their partnership as an unfortunate run in terms of commercial success. (News18 Hindi)
Years later, Madhuri's professional path crossed with Ranbir Kapoor's, though not in a full-fledged film role. In 2013, she appeared in the blockbuster Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani, performing the item number Ghaghra. (News18 Hindi)
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