Did you know Salman Khan disliked Shefali Jariwala's superhit song 'Kaanta Laga'? Radhika Rao and Vinay Sapru reveal why

Time of India

14-05-2025

and
, the directors behind 'Sanam Teri Kasam', recently revisited the story of their iconic music video "
Kaanta Laga
". The 90s remix, starring
Shefali Jariwala
as a bold party girl donning a thong and watching grown-up magazines, created quite a sensation upon its release.
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Controversy and Censor Board Warning
Although Radhika and Vinay never intended to offend anyone with their "Kaanta Laga" music video, it faced backlash from the censor board, resulting in a formal warning. Additionally,
expressed his displeasure and reportedly reprimanded them for the video's provocative content. Interestingly, despite this, the duo later collaborated with Salman on 'Lucky: No Time for Love' and directed songs for several of his films.
Salman Khan's Advice to the Filmmakers
As reported in News18, Vinay recalled that a prominent actor invited them to his house and advised them to reduce the amount of 'sexy' content in their work, saying it wasn't appropriate and encouraging them to maintain their pure minds. When asked about the identity of this actor, they revealed it was Salman Khan.
From Innocent Songs to Remix Videos
The filmmaker duo explained that before creating remix videos, they were known for directing emotional and innocent songs with artists like Falguni Pathak, Jagjit Singh, and Pankaj Udhas.
As creative individuals, they wanted to evolve and explore new styles in their work.
The Inspiration Behind the Remix Trend
During a visit to Khan's home, the filmmakers noticed him working out while listening to a Jhankaar Beats remix of a Kishore Kumar track. This moment inspired them to dive into remix music videos, sparking a trend in India. They went on to create hits like 'Kaliyon Ka Chaman,' 'Kaanta Laga,' and 'Chadti Jawani,' blending nightclub vibes with sensual visuals.