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Ahmed Khan Reveals the Story Behind Shahid Kapoor’s Iconic "Dhan Te Nan" Hook Step from Kaminey

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Mumbai: Dhan Te Nan, one of Bollywood’s most electrifying dance tracks, continues to be a cult favorite, and now, choreographer-director Ahmed Khan has spilled the beans on how the song’s famous hook step was created for Vishal Bhardwaj’s 2009 blockbuster Kaminey.


The song, featuring Shahid Kapoor and Chandan Sanyal, was initially designed to have an impromptu and raw energy rather than traditional choreography. However, at director Vishal Bhardwaj’s insistence, Ahmed Khan added one signature step, which went on to become a Bollywood dance sensation.

Ahmed Khan on the Inspiration Behind "Dhan Te Nan" Hook Step

Sharing the creative process behind the now-iconic move, Ahmed Khan said:

"I was inspired by the fighting sequences of 80s Bollywood films. The way Amitabh Bachchan Sir and Vinod Khanna Ji moved in action scenes—it had a raw, natural energy. When you go to a disco, the audience dances with spontaneous, unchoreographed movements. I wanted to bring that same vibe to ‘Dhan Te Nan.’"

This blend of retro Bollywood action and natural club-style dancing gave the song its infectious energy, making it one of Bollywood’s most viral dance moves to date.

Ahmed Khan’s Legacy & Upcoming Project – Welcome to the Jungle

Ahmed Khan has choreographed some of Bollywood’s biggest chartbusters, including songs from Rangeela, Satya, Ghajini, Kick, and many more.

Now, he is gearing up for the marathon shoot of his much-anticipated directorial venture, Welcome to the Jungle, which will be filmed in the breathtaking locations of Abu Dhabi and Dubai. The film is set to go on floors soon and promises to be one of the biggest entertainment spectacles of the year.

Stay tuned for more updates on Bollywood’s most exciting upcoming projects!

— CineHind (@CineHind) Febuary 09, 2025 

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