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10 hours ago
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- News18
THIS Popular '90s Track Led To Multiple Arrests Across India
Last Updated: The 1989 Bollywood hit "Oye Oye" from Tridev, directed by Rajiv Rai, became notorious for eve-teasing incidents, leading to arrests. Only in India can a catchy Bollywood track go from chartbuster to police station regular. Interestingly, one of the most popular songs of the '90s didn't just rule the radio, it apparently had a side hustle as… a criminal accomplice! Director Rajiv Rai spilled the masala gossip in an interview with Radio Nasha. He revealed that the track in question wasn't banned but it did get a little notorious. Why? Because people across India started using it for eve-teasing. Yup, every time the beat dropped, so did the decency levels. 'It was not banned, but all of the people were arrested. They started using it for eve-teasing. A lot of people were arrested for catcalling all over the country," Rai said. The peppy chartbuster Oye Oye from the 1989 blockbuster Tridev drew inspiration from Gloria Estefan's global hit Rhythm is Gonna Get You. Composed by the legendary duo Kalyanji-Anandji, with Viju Shah adding his signature flair, the song's infectious beat and high-energy vibe made it an instant favourite. Sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy and Suresh Wadkar, Oye Oye lit up the screen with Sonam in the spotlight, alongside the film's stars Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, and Naseeruddin Shah. Tridev was a high-octane action thriller from 1989, directed and co-written by Rajiv Rai. The film boasted a powerhouse cast, including Naseeruddin Shah, Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, Madhuri Dixit, Sangeeta Bijlani, Sonam, Anupam Kher, and the unforgettable Amrish Puri. A massive hit with both critics and audiences, Tridev became the third highest-grossing Hindi film of the year, trailing only behind Maine Pyar Kiya and Ram Lakhan. At the 35th Filmfare Awards in 1990, it bagged three trophies. The film's popularity even crossed language barriers, inspiring a Telugu remake titled Nakshatra Poratam, starring Suman Talwar, Bhanuchander Prasad, and Arun Pandian. Meanwhile, Rajiv is making a comeback to direction after 21 years with his new film, Zora. The movie stars Ravinder Kuhar, Karan Vir, and Sofia Parveen. The story follows a cop who sets out to find his father's killer two decades after the crime, guided only by a mysterious perfume bottle labeled 'Scent By The Devil". But his hunt for revenge leads him to uncover shocking hidden truths. Rajiv's last film as a director was Asambhav in 2004, starring Arjun Rampal and Priyanka Chopra, before he took a long break from filmmaking. view comments First Published: Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rajiv Rai says ‘oye oye' led to multiple arrests in the country: ‘They were using it for eve-teasing'
The 1989 blockbuster Tridev's 'Oye Oye' frequently comes to mind when we consider the finest Bollywood songs of the late 1980s. The song instantly became popular throughout India due to its catchy chorus, danceable rhythm, and electrifying beat. Even its director, Rajiv Rai , has openly discussed the somewhat shady backstory that lies behind the film's bright success and massive popularity years later. Why Oye Oye was leading to arrests, according to Rajiv Rai The director discussed the song's unexpected impact and shared shocking details about why it nearly got banned in an interview with Radio Nasha. He stated, 'It was not banned, but all of the people were arrested. They started using it for eve-teasing. Many people were arrested for catcalling all over the country.' About Oye Oye Gloria Stefan's worldwide hit song 'Rhythm is Gonna Get You' served as the inspiration for the famous Bollywood song 'Oye Oye' from the 1989 movie Tridev. With additional arrangements by Viju Shah and music composed by Kalyanji-Anandji, the song's catchy melody and vibrating energy made it a huge hit. Suresh Wadkar and Kavita Krishnamurthy sang it. Contributing to Tridev's huge success and turning Oye Oye into a pop culture phenomenon, the song was filmed on Sonam and starred Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, and Naseeruddin Shah. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 10 Best Mattresses by Consumer Reports (Here's What You May Not Want to Miss) QuestionHero Learn More Undo Rajiv Rai's next project After 21 years directing Zora, Rajiv is back with a new project. Sofia Parveen, Karan Vir, and Ravinder Kuhar were all in the movie. The film's synopsis states that it is about "A cop pursues his father's killer after 20 years, guided by a perfume bottle marked 'Scent By The Devil.'" Hidden truths are revealed in his quest for revenge. Rajiv's final film before his long-term absence was Asambhav, which starred Arjun Rampal and Priyanka Chopra.
Hindustan Times
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Rajiv Rai reveals Oye Oye song got many people arrested in the country: ‘They were using it for eve-teasing'
When we think of iconic Bollywood songs from the late 80s, Oye Oye from the 1989 blockbuster Tridev often tops the list. With its electrifying beat, infectious chorus, and danceable rhythm, the song became an instant sensation across India. But behind the glittering success and nationwide popularity lies a lesser-known and rather unsavoury story—one that even its director, Rajiv Rai, has candidly spoken about years later. The iconic song Oye Oye from Tridev gained fame in 1989 but was almost banned due to its misuse for eve-teasing, leading to arrests across India, as revealed by director Rajiv Rai. Rajiv Rai on why Oye Oye was getting people arrested In an interview with Radio Nasha, director Rajiv Rai reflected on the unexpected impact of the song and revealed a shocking piece of trivia why was the song was almost banned: 'It was not banned, but all of thepeople were arrested. They started using it for eve-teasing. A lot of people were arrested for catcalling all over the country.' About Oye Oye The iconic Bollywood song Oye Oye from the 1989 film Tridev was inspired by Gloria Stefan's international hit Rhythm is Gonna Get You. With music composed by Kalyanji-Anandji and additional arrangements by Viju Shah, the song became a massive hit for its catchy tune and pulsating energy. It was sung by Kavita Krishnamurthy and Suresh Wadkar. The song was picturized on Sonam and featured the film's lead actors Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff, and Naseeruddin Shah, contributing to Tridev's blockbuster success and making Oye Oye a pop culture phenomenon. Rajiv Rai's upcoming work Rajiv is back with a directorial venture after 21 years with Zora. The film cast Ravinder Kuhar, Karan Vir and Sofia Parveen. According to the synopsis of the film, it is about, "A cop pursues his father's killer after 20 years, guided by a perfume bottle marked 'Scent By The Devil'. His quest for vengeance uncovers hidden truths. Asambhav, starring Arjun Rampal and Priyanka Chopra, was Rajiv's last film before his long hiatus
Yahoo
30-01-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Gloria Estefan to Congress: Support for women's homeless shelters ‘a no-brainer'
She's used to belting out her hits, but now Gloria Estefan is using her voice in a different way on Capitol Hill, urging lawmakers to support legislation focused on homelessness and funding for women's and family shelters. 'I would say to the lawmakers, please, this is a no-brainer,' Estefan said at a news conference Thursday at Florida House in Washington, just steps from the Capitol. The 'Conga' and 'Rhythm is Gonna Get You' singer, a spokesperson for the National Women's Shelter Network (NWSN), is pushing Congress to pass the Women's and Family Protection Act, which would boost funding for women's and family shelters and homelessness support services. More than 1 million women and 2.5 million children experience homelessness each year, according to the NWSN. Despite a full plate before Congress and plenty of pressing issues, Estefan said she's hopeful that shining the spotlight on homelessness will help get the legislation passed. 'The attention is what it takes,' Estefan, 67, said. 'Absolutely, there's so much need and so many things that need to be handled. But I think that this is one of those issues that I would find hard-pressed for anybody to find a reason not to support,' the Grammy Award winner said. 'The way that we get a better America, a better United States, is to take care of all these children that have so much potential, and their mothers that care for them. And to be there on the front lines — as we need to be for people in need, marginalized, probably at the most dark moment of their lives — when they have nothing, and they need to reach out for help. I think that that's just a very easy thing for anyone to get behind, and I pray that they listen,' Estefan said. While Estefan typically shies away from political talk — her husband, producer Emilio Estefan, said last year that the couple doesn't 'do politics' and works with both Republicans and Democrats — in 2015 she was one of several artists who recorded a song, 'We're All Mexican,' to support the Hispanic community amid a surge in anti-Latino rhetoric. Asked her thoughts on the current political climate — since taking office President Trump has released a flood of immigration actions — Estefan, who was born in Cuba and emigrated to the U.S. as a toddler, said, 'It's tough, and always the last people in are the ones that get blamed for everything.' 'It's happened throughout my entire life. I've lived more than six decades — so this is not a new issue. It's an issue that has always happened, and usually behind political campaigns,' Estefan said. 'The fear really moves people,' the performer continued, calling immigrants 'the backbone of this country.' 'We're all a tapestry of cultures from everywhere, and unless you're Native American and were here before, you're from somewhere else — whether it's one generation back, this generation, five or 10 generations back,' she said. 'We are a country that is built by immigrants from all over the world and it makes us stronger. It's a beautiful thing to share all these cultures, and I'm just hoping that we can all raise our voices in support and pray that [we] keep moving forward in a positive direction. That's all we can do as human beings.' While Estefan is pressing lawmakers to take a serious look at the homelessness issue, she did have time to address a lighter question from ITK: Who does the best conga in Congress? 'The Cubans better have it, because if they don't, I don't know who would. But who knows,' she replied with a grin. But the entertainer, who's been dubbed the 'Queen of Latin Pop,' indicated that conga-ing members of Congress might not need a lesson from her on how to move their hips. 'It's very simple. Three steps to the right, three steps to the left. That's all you have to do.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Hill
30-01-2025
- Politics
- The Hill
Gloria Estefan to Congress: Support for women's homeless shelters ‘a no-brainer'
She's used to belting out her hits, but now Gloria Estefan is using her voice in a different way on Capitol Hill, urging lawmakers to support legislation focused on homelessness and funding for women's and family shelters. 'I would say to the lawmakers, please, this is a no-brainer,' Estefan said at a news conference Thursday at Florida House in Washington, just steps from the Capitol. The 'Conga' and 'Rhythm is Gonna Get You' singer, a spokeswoman for the National Women's Shelter Network (NWSN), is pushing Congress to pass the Women's and Family Protection Act, which would boost funding for women's and family shelters and homelessness support services. More than 1 million women and 2.5 million children experience homelessness each year, according to the NWSN. Despite a full plate before Congress and plenty of pressing issues, Estefan said she's hopeful that shining the spotlight on homelessness will help get the legislation passed. 'The attention is what it takes,' Estefan, 67, said. 'Absolutely, there's so much need and so many things that need to be handled. But I think that this is one of those issues that I would find hard-pressed for anybody to find a reason not to support,' the Grammy Award winner said. 'The way that we get a better America, a better United States, is to take care of all these children that have so much potential, and their mothers that care for them. And to be there on the front lines — as we need to be for people in need, marginalized, probably at the most dark moment of their lives — when they have nothing, and they need to reach out for help. I think that that's just a very easy thing for anyone to get behind, and I pray that they listen,' Estefan said. While Estefan typically shies away from political talk — her husband, producer Emilio Estefan, said last year that the couple doesn't 'do politics' and works with both Republicans and Democrats — in 2015 she was one of several artists who recorded a song, 'We're All Mexican,' to support the Hispanic community amid a surge in anti-Latino rhetoric. Asked her thoughts on the current political climate — since taking office President Trump has released a flood of immigration actions — Estefan, who was born in Cuba and emigrated to the U.S. as a toddler, said, 'It's tough, and always the last people in are the ones that get blamed for everything.' 'It's happened throughout my entire life. I've lived more than six decades — so this is not a new issue. It's an issue that has always happened, and usually behind political campaigns,' Estefan said. 'The fear really moves people,' the performer continued, calling immigrants 'the backbone of this country.' 'We're all a tapestry of cultures from everywhere, and unless you're Native American and were here before, you're from somewhere else — whether it's one generation back, this generation, five or 10 generations back,' she said. 'We are a country that is built by immigrants from all over the world and it makes us stronger. It's a beautiful thing to share all these cultures, and I'm just hoping that we can all raise our voices in support and pray that [we] keep moving forward in a positive direction. That's all we can do as human beings.' While Estefan is pressing lawmakers to take a serious look at the homelessness issue, she did have time to address a lighter question from ITK: Who does the best conga in Congress? 'The Cubans better have it, because if they don't, I don't know who would. But who knows,' she replied with a grin. But the entertainer, who's been dubbed the 'Queen of Latin Pop,' indicated that conga-ing members of Congress might not need a lesson from her on how to move their hips. 'It's very simple. Three steps to the right, three steps to the left. That's all you have to do.'
