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Karisma Kapoor on World Music Day: Iconic Songs Define Her Cinema Journey

Karisma Kapoor celebrated World Music Day by sharing how her cinema journey is defined by iconic songs. She serves as a judge on 'India's Best Dancer' season 5, where she is amazed by the younger generation's musical interpretation. The actress recalled her most rehearsed film was 'Dil To Pagal Hai', co-starring Shah Rukh Khan and Madhuri Dixit. The show airs on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.

World Music Day: Karisma Kapoor says her journey in cinema is defined by her iconic songs

Mumbai, June 21

Actress Karisma Kapoor, who serves as the judge on the dance reality show 'India's Best Dancer' season 5, has shared that her journey in cinema and her memories of the medium have been defined by the iconic songs she has performed.

On the occasion of World Music Day, the actress shared that she is quite amazed by how the younger generation interprets music.

Talking about the same, she said, "Every time I step onto the set of 'India's Best Dancer' season 5, I am amazed by how a whole new generation interprets music through their incredible expressions and movement. It beautifully reminds me that music has always been pure nostalgia, magic, and emotion all wrapped into one. When I look back at my own journey in cinema, some of my most beautiful memories are defined by the iconic songs I got to perform".

She further mentioned, "Music has this incredible power to instantly transport you back to a moment, a feeling, or an era. It is so inspiring to see how a single melody can spark such diverse storytelling on stage today. This World Music Day, celebrate the songs that make you smile, the beats that make you dance, and the melodies that touch your heart. Keep celebrating the magic of music every day".

Earlier, the actress had revealed which film of hers demanded the longest rehearsals. Recalling her most memorable rehearsal experience, Karisma shared that 'Dil To Pagal Hai', co-starring Shah Rukh Khan and Madhuri Dixit, remains the film she rehearsed the most for.

'India's Best Dancer Season 5', is available on Sony Entertainment Television and Sony LIV.

— IANS

Reader Comments

Sneha F

Honestly, I think Karisma is underrated as an actor. Her comic timing in 'Biwi No.1' was spot on, and yes, those songs were iconic. World Music Day truly reminds us how much Bollywood music shaped our childhood memories. 🎵

Jessica F

It's interesting how Karisma Kapoor connects music to her career. Her songs like 'Pardesi Pardesi' and 'Mujhe Ranaji' are indeed timeless. But I wish the show focused more on classical dance forms rather than just Bollywood. Still, a nice tribute to music.

Vikram M

Karisma's comment about music transporting you back to a moment is so true. Every time I hear 'Dil To Pagal Hai', I remember watching it in the theatre with my cousins. She was a part of our growing up. Good to see her stay relevant. 👍

Kavya N

I love how Karisma acknowledges the new generation's creativity! It's refreshing to see a veteran actor not being stuck in the past. Her journey from 'Prem Granth' to 'India's Best Dancer' is inspiring. Music really is the thread that connects all eras. 🎶

Nitin Z

Respect to Karisma for sharing that 'Dil To Pagal Hai' needed longest rehearsals - shows her dedication. But let's be real, the current dance shows are just TRP chasers. Would love to see more substance beyond nostalgia. Just saying.

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