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Economic Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Economic Times
Farah Khan admits Katrina Kaif's ‘Sheila Ki Jawani' is the 'cheapest song' she ever worked on
Behind the Scenes: No Set, Just 10 Dancers Quick Production with Limited Resources Comparing Budgets and Impact Released in 2010 as part of the film Tees Maar Khan, 'Sheila Ki Jawani' quickly became one of Bollywood's most celebrated dance numbers. With Katrina Kaif in the lead and Farah Khan handling choreography, the song became a chartbuster. Its infectious rhythm, composed by the duo Vishal-Shekhar, and Sunidhi Chauhan's powerful vocals helped it secure numerous awards, including Best Female Playback Singer and Best Choreography. More than a decade later, the song continues to be a crowd favorite at weddings, college events, and dance its glitzy appearance and iconic status, Farah Khan recently revealed that 'Sheila Ki Jawani' was produced on a surprisingly minimal budget. Speaking in a vlog filmed at actress Manasi Parekh's residence, Farah discussed their upcoming film Shubhchintak and expressed amazement at its low production cost. When Manasi shared that their entire film was made for Rs 5 crore, Farah responded by saying that in today's times, many individual songs cost more than went on to recall her own experience, noting that elaborate budgets don't necessarily guarantee quality. She said that when people flaunt the cost of producing a song, it doesn't impress her. According to her, 'the lesser budget you have, the better you think.' She revealed that Sheila Ki Jawani remains the cheapest song she has ever worked revelation shocked both Manasi Parekh and actor Swapnil Joshi, who were also part of the discussion. Farah shared that the song had no set at all, and was completed with just ten dancers. The entire shoot was wrapped up in three and a half days. She described it as not just the cheapest but also one of the biggest hits of her career, ranking it among her top three or four most successful while the song turned into a cultural phenomenon, Tees Maar Khan itself failed to meet box office expectations. Featuring Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar in lead roles, the film also included cameos by stars like Salman Khan and Anil Kapoor. Despite a hefty production budget of Rs 45 crore, it grossed Rs 101.89 crore globally. However, due to negative reviews and high costs, it was labeled a commercial perspective offers a contrast to current industry trends, where budgets continue to soar. For instance, actor Ram Charan's film Game Changer made headlines for spending nearly Rs 75 crore on just four songs, choreographed by Ganesh Acharya and involving over 1000 dancers. Despite the massive investment, neither the songs nor the film managed to capture audience 15 years after its release, Sheila Ki Jawani remains etched in public memory. Katrina Kaif's performance, paired with memorable music and choreography, helped the song transcend the limitations of the film it belonged to.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Farah Khan admits Katrina Kaif's ‘Sheila Ki Jawani' is the 'cheapest song' she ever worked on
Farah Khan recently revealed that the chart-topping song Sheila Ki Jawani from the 2010 film Tees Maar Khan was the cheapest song of her career. Despite having no set, only 10 dancers, and being shot in just three and a half days, the song became one of her biggest hits. In a vlog with actress Manasi Parekh, Farah emphasized that creativity thrives on limited budgets and said high-cost productions don't impress her. Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Behind the Scenes: No Set, Just 10 Dancers Quick Production with Limited Resources Tired of too many ads? Remove Ads Comparing Budgets and Impact Released in 2010 as part of the film Tees Maar Khan, 'Sheila Ki Jawani' quickly became one of Bollywood's most celebrated dance numbers. With Katrina Kaif in the lead and Farah Khan handling choreography, the song became a chartbuster. Its infectious rhythm, composed by the duo Vishal-Shekhar, and Sunidhi Chauhan's powerful vocals helped it secure numerous awards, including Best Female Playback Singer and Best Choreography. More than a decade later, the song continues to be a crowd favorite at weddings, college events, and dance its glitzy appearance and iconic status, Farah Khan recently revealed that 'Sheila Ki Jawani' was produced on a surprisingly minimal budget. Speaking in a vlog filmed at actress Manasi Parekh's residence, Farah discussed their upcoming film Shubhchintak and expressed amazement at its low production cost. When Manasi shared that their entire film was made for Rs 5 crore, Farah responded by saying that in today's times, many individual songs cost more than went on to recall her own experience, noting that elaborate budgets don't necessarily guarantee quality. She said that when people flaunt the cost of producing a song, it doesn't impress her. According to her, 'the lesser budget you have, the better you think.' She revealed that Sheila Ki Jawani remains the cheapest song she has ever worked revelation shocked both Manasi Parekh and actor Swapnil Joshi, who were also part of the discussion. Farah shared that the song had no set at all, and was completed with just ten dancers. The entire shoot was wrapped up in three and a half days. She described it as not just the cheapest but also one of the biggest hits of her career, ranking it among her top three or four most successful while the song turned into a cultural phenomenon, Tees Maar Khan itself failed to meet box office expectations. Featuring Katrina Kaif and Akshay Kumar in lead roles, the film also included cameos by stars like Salman Khan and Anil Kapoor. Despite a hefty production budget of Rs 45 crore, it grossed Rs 101.89 crore globally. However, due to negative reviews and high costs, it was labeled a commercial perspective offers a contrast to current industry trends, where budgets continue to soar. For instance, actor Ram Charan's film Game Changer made headlines for spending nearly Rs 75 crore on just four songs, choreographed by Ganesh Acharya and involving over 1000 dancers. Despite the massive investment, neither the songs nor the film managed to capture audience 15 years after its release, Sheila Ki Jawani remains etched in public memory. Katrina Kaif's performance, paired with memorable music and choreography, helped the song transcend the limitations of the film it belonged to.
Indian Express
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Farah Khan says Katrina Kaif's ‘Sheila Ki Jawani' is the ‘cheapest song' of her career: ‘We didn't have any set, had to shoot it with just 10 dancers'
'Sheila Ki Jawani' became the 'It' song when Farah Khan's Tees Maar Khan released in 2010. Featuring Katrina Kaif and choreographed by Farah herself, the song won multiple awards. Sunidhi Chauhan was honoured with Best Female Playback Singer award at several award shows, while Farah received accolades for Best Choreography. Music composers Vishal-Shekhar also earned widespread praise. Even today, thanks to its infectious tune, 'Sheila Ki Jawani' remains a go-to choice for dance performances at various events. But did you know it's also the 'cheapest' song Farah Khan has ever made? In her recent vlog, the director-choreographer visited actor Manasi Parekh's house. While discussing their upcoming film Shubhchintak, Manasi shared it was made on a small budget of Rs 5 crore. Impressed by the looks of it, Farah said, 'It doesn't look like a film made with such less budget. In today's time, a song's budget is more than your entire film's budget.' She then shared, 'When someone boasts to me that they made their song on a huge budget, it doesn't impress me. I believe the lesser budget you have, the better you think. The cheapest song of my life is 'Sheila Ki Jawani.'' ALSO READ | 'Shabana Azmi and I sleep on streets': Javed Akhtar claps back at Pak actor Bushra Ansari's comment that nobody rents him a house in India Farah Khan statement surprised actors Manasi Parekh and Swapnil Joshi. She added, 'We didn't have any set for it. All we had was these 10 dancers. We finished shooting the entire song in just three and half days. It is the cheapest song I have done and the biggest hit of my career. One of the top three-four hits.' A few months ago, actor Ram Charan's film Game Changer made headlines when the makers shared they spent about Rs 75 crore on the production of its four songs. These songs, choreographed by Ganesh Acharya, featured over 1000 dancers. However, both the film and songs failed to leave a mark.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Bhool Chuk Maaf BO Day 6: RajKummar Rao's Romantic Comedy Mints Rs 3.5 Crore
RajKummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi's Bhool Chuk Maaf earns Rs 40 crore in 6 days. With no major releases this week, the film is poised for continued success. Bhool Chuk Maaf, the RajKummar Rao and Wamiqa Gabbi starrer romantic comedy film, is enjoying a strong hold at the box office. On its Day 6, which happens to be a working day, the film minted Rs 3.25 crore Nett in India, according to With such numbers, it has successfully crossed the Rs 40-crore mark at the domestic level with a total six-day collection of Rs 40.50 crore. The film has already crossed the lifetime domestic collection of Shahid Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur's action thriller Deva, Hindi version of Ram Charan and Kiara Advani's Game Changer, as well as John Abraham's The Diplomat. The RajKummar Rao starrer will have an advantage with no big films releasing this week at the box office. This could add a major boost to the film's lifetime collection. In comparison with the actor's previous releases, Bhool Chuk Maaf is performing better than his last project, Vicky Vidya Ka Woh Wala Video, which made Rs 2.4 crore on its fourth day, according to However, it remains well behind his horror-comedy, Stree 2, which grossed Rs 55.9 crore on day 4. Both films were released in theaters in 2024. Helmed by Karan Sharma and backed by Maddock Films, the film follows the story of Ranjan (played by Rajkummar), a young man who falls in love with Titli (played by Wamiqa), a woman from Banaras. To marry her, he struggles to find and get a government job; however, he breaks a vow made to Lord Shiva and soon finds himself ensnared by fate until he can rectify his mistake. Apart from RajKummar and Wamiqa, the film also features celebs like Seema Pahwa, Sanjay Mishra, Zakir Hussain, Raghubir Yadav and Jay Thakkar in pivotal roles. Talking about the film, RajKummar earlier told News18, 'The way Karan has written the entire story, with this time loop, the comedy, the characters' arcs, and in the end, a very beautiful social commentary that we are creating. So it just came together really nicely for me." Besides this, he will also be seen in a comedy entertainer, Toaster with Sanya Malhotra, and in a gangster drama film, Maalik. Wamiqa, on the other hand, will be next seen in the horror comedy Bhoot Bangla with Akshay Kumar. First Published: May 29, 2025, 14:17 IST
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
DKS Q1 Earnings Call: Acquisition Strategy and Category Growth Dominate Focus
Sporting goods retailer Dick's Sporting Goods (NYSE:DKS) fell short of the market's revenue expectations in Q1 CY2025, but sales rose 5.2% year on year to $3.17 billion. Its GAAP profit of $3.24 per share decreased from $3.30 in the same quarter last year. Is now the time to buy DKS? Find out in our full research report (it's free). Revenue: $3.17 billion (5.2% year-on-year growth) Adjusted Operating Income: $360.4 million vs analyst estimates of $343.4 million (11.4% margin, 5% beat) EPS (GAAP) guidance for the full year is $14.10 at the midpoint, missing analyst estimates by 2.2% Operating Margin: 11.5%, in line with the same quarter last year Locations: 885 at quarter end, up from 857 in the same quarter last year Same-Store Sales rose 4.5% year on year, in line with the same quarter last year Market Capitalization: $13.95 billion Dick's Sporting Goods' Q1 results showed continued momentum from key product categories and omni-channel investments. Management cited transaction growth and higher average ticket for positive comparable sales, noting the company saw growth across all income demographics and in segments like footwear, apparel, and team sports. CEO Lauren Hobart emphasized Dick's differentiated product assortment and upgraded in-store experiences as central to these outcomes. She highlighted that 'more athletes purchased from us, they purchased more frequently, and they spent more each trip,' marking five consecutive quarters of over 4% comp growth. Strong sell-through on launches and performance from vertical brands DSG, CALIA, and VRST also contributed. Looking ahead, Dick's leadership maintains a cautious stance amid macroeconomic uncertainty but reaffirmed their full-year outlook. Hobart signaled guidance incorporates all known tariffs, explaining, 'We are able to affirm our guidance... and 75 basis points of gross margin improvement.' Key growth priorities include repositioning real estate, focusing on key categories, and accelerating e-commerce. Investments in technology and marketing will bolster their digital business, with long-term potential seen in Game Changer and Dick's Media Network. CFO Navdeep Gupta stated the company is prepared for volatility: 'We have navigated similar environments before, and we are confident we have the team, tools, and relationships to manage through this.' Management attributed the quarter's performance to differentiated inventory, continued market share gains, and targeted investments in store and digital experiences, while also highlighting the proposed Foot Locker acquisition as a long-term strategic move. Foot Locker acquisition announced: Executive Chairman Ed Stack detailed the rationale for acquiring Foot Locker, citing the creation of a global sports retail leader and operational synergies. The deal is expected to be accretive to Dick's EPS in the first full fiscal year post-close, expanding combined reach to over 3,200 stores. Category strength and product launches: CEO Lauren Hobart credited growth in footwear, apparel, and team sports, with 'strong sell-through on launches' and premium experiences. Vertical brands (DSG, CALIA, VRST) outperformed, boosting merchandise margin. Omni-channel and e-commerce focus: E-commerce growth outpaced total company growth, driven by tech and marketing investments improving online engagement. Hobart highlighted in-app capabilities and digital launches, especially in 'diamond sport.' Game Changer and Media Network scaling: Game Changer saw a 28% YoY increase in unique active users. Management views this and Dick's Media Network as key long-term growth drivers for customer engagement and advertising. Tariff management and pricing strategy: All known tariffs are factored into guidance. Management described advanced, real-time pricing capabilities. CFO Navdeep Gupta confirmed 'no impact from tariffs in Q1,' with ongoing partner collaboration to mitigate future pressures. Dick's outlook for the rest of the year hinges on category momentum, real estate expansion, ongoing investments, and the integration of recent acquisitions amid tariff and consumer headwinds. Store network and real estate: Expansion of House of Sport and Fieldhouse concepts continues with new openings planned for 2025 and 2026, supporting modest square footage growth and enhanced athlete experiences. Digital and platform investments: Dick's is accelerating investments in technology, marketing, and proprietary platforms (Game Changer, Dick's Media Network) to drive online sales, boost customer engagement, and capture advertising revenue, countering potential macroeconomic uncertainty. Tariffs and cost management: All effective tariffs are included in the outlook. Management focuses on pricing flexibility and direct sourcing diversification for cost pressures. Strategic SG&A investments will moderate in H2 as prior high investment levels are lapped. Key areas to monitor in upcoming quarters include: (1) the pace of new House of Sport and Fieldhouse openings and their impact on traffic and sales, (2) the rollout and adoption of digital initiatives like Game Changer and the Dick's Media Network, and (3) initial progress toward realizing synergies from the Foot Locker acquisition. Execution on cost control and inventory management will also be important markers of success. Dick's currently trades at a forward P/E ratio of 11.9×. Is the company at an inflection point that warrants a buy or sell? Find out in our full research report (it's free). 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