Rekha in Salaam-e-Ishq Meri Jaan…

Rekha garnered mujras with her dignity. The beautiful courtesan aptly conveyed the pain and heartbreak like no one else could. After showcasing her classical excellence in ‘Umrao Jaan’, the seductress showed her talent as an epitome of tragedy in ‘Muqaddar Ka Sikandar’.

Meena Kumari in Chalte Chalte Yunhi Koi…

Meena Kumari was truly a delight to watch in the classic movie, ‘Paakezah’. Her facial expressions, ethereal looks and hand movements said it all. She brought grace and dignity to the mujras.

Madhubala in Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya…

Madhubala’s dancing prowess in this historical song and the defiance in her dance was not just a fan’s delight but an acting moment worth watching. Her exotic beauty explained why Salim revolted against his father. Shot in the famous Sheesh-Mahal, this song was a benchmark in the history of Indian cinema in terms of both choreography and cinematography.

Madhuri Dixit in Kaahe Chhed Mohe…

The Dhak-Dhak girl of Bollywood, who swayed your heart away with her oomph factor, showcased her mujra talent so gracefully in this song choreographed by Pandit Birju Maharaj. Her grace and unparalleled skill took this song to new heights and engraved it as an exemplary case of poetry in motion.

Aishwarya in Kajra Re…

Ash added her name in Bollywood’s history with the mother of all item numbers ‘Kajra Re’. Her latka-jhatkas while she seduced her then-future husband and father-in-law on screen stunned everyone. The film ‘Bunty Aur Babli’ sold out like hot cakes and the song bestowed hottest item girl tag to her.

Tabu in Dil Ka Kya Karein Sahib…

Tabu showcased a courtesan’s unconditional love for a criminal in this song of the movie ‘Jeet’ which was a ‘90s masala entertainer. She proved her skills so efficiently and made it clear why the veteran actress is loved by so many people.

Rani Mukerji in Tumhari Adaon Pe Main Wari Wari…

Surely her fans went ‘ware ware’ when they saw Rani’s ‘thumkas’ and ‘ada’ in ‘Mangal Pandey: The Rising’. Not just this, her generous cleavage-show added the salt to this item number.

Sushmita Sen in Sun Lo Tum Chilman Uthegi Nahi…

The sensuous leggy beauty Sushmita Sen with all the right nakhras charmed the audiences in a cameo in Subhash Ghai’s ‘Kisna’. Her expressions truly seduced her fans.

Kareena in Dil Mera Muft Ka

Our very own ‘Chammak Challo’ is the youngest and newest member of the mujra club. Kareena’s dancing skills, sex appeal and her body language in this song of ‘Agent Vinod’ has already attracted a lot many eyes. Her tantalising moves truly deserve a salaam from our side..

By Shruti Saxena