The latest episode of India’s Best Dancer Season 5 turned into a nostalgic celebration of Bollywood’s golden era when contestant Prathamesh delivered a high-energy performance to Salman Khan’s iconic song Oh Oh Jaane Jaana from Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya. The electrifying act left the judges thoroughly impressed, but it was Karisma Kapoor’s emotional reaction that became the highlight of the evening.
Unable to contain her emotions, Karisma walked onto the stage to applaud the performers, recalling her memories of working with Salman Khan and the magic behind one of Bollywood’s most unforgettable songs.
Karisma Kapoor recalls Salman Khan’s effortless swag during the original shoot
Reflecting on the making of Oh Oh Jaane Jaana, Karisma shared that the song holds a special place in her heart because of the memories attached to its filming.
Becoming visibly emotional, she said, “Honestly I’m feeling very emotional right now kyunki yeh Salman ka gaana hain. And I remember jab yeh gaana release hua tha, we were doing many shifts those days aur woh kaafi thake hue the. Aur usne kaise, kitne ease mein yeh gaana kiya tha. Woh swag hota hain, woh style hota hain aur Salman Khan ka style aap teeno ne laya yahan iss manch pe. I’m really, really feeling overwhelmed, kyunki there is no one like Salman Khan in that song.”
Explaining her words in English, Karisma said that despite shooting multiple shifts and being physically exhausted, Salman performed the song with remarkable ease and unmatched confidence. According to her, his effortless style and natural screen presence made Oh Oh Jaane Jaana truly iconic, and the contestants successfully recreated that same energy on stage.
Prathamesh reminds Karisma Kapoor of Salman Khan
While the trio received a standing ovation for their energetic performance, it was contestant Prathamesh who particularly caught Karisma’s attention.
The actress felt that his stage presence, confidence, and effortless charm reflected shades of Salman Khan’s iconic aura. She praised him for capturing the superstar’s signature style while making the performance his own.
Her heartfelt appreciation left the contestant visibly overwhelmed, making it one of the most memorable moments of the episode.
A nostalgic tribute to one of Bollywood’s most iconic songs
The performance not only celebrated one of Salman Khan’s most popular songs but also transported viewers back to the vibrant musical era of the late 1990s.
With Karisma Kapoor sharing rare memories from the original shoot and the contestants recreating the song’s infectious energy, the act became a fitting tribute to an evergreen Bollywood classic.
India’s Best Dancer Season 5 continues to offer viewers spectacular performances along with priceless behind-the-scenes stories from some of Bollywood’s biggest stars, making every episode a celebration of dance, cinema, and nostalgia.
