Maniesh Paul is reveling in what he describes as "magic" as he dances to the recreated version of Sonu Nigam's iconic song "Bijuriya". The actor and television host shared his excitement about featuring in the revamped track, which holds a special place in his heart, recalling that he first heard it 26 years ago during his school days.
Paul took to Instagram to express his feelings, posting a video of himself dancing to the song alongside the original singer, Sonu Nigam. He captioned the video, "Sab ne kahan do it with the OG… Toh Maine kaha LO JI. 26 years back I heard this song when I was in school and today I have the privilege to dance on it and feature in it as it's in our film!!!!! Can you believe it!!! Now this is magic!". He also acknowledged Sonu Nigam as a legend, expressing his love and gratitude for the singer's music.
The remixed version of "Bijuriya" is part of the soundtrack for the upcoming film "Sunny Sanskari Ki Tulsi Kumari," scheduled to release in cinemas on October 2nd. The film promises to be a quintessential family entertainer, set against the backdrop of a big fat Indian wedding, filled with romance, comedy, and festive sparkle. The trailer offers a glimpse into the fun storyline and introduces the characters of Sunny, Tulsi, Ananya, and Vikram. The movie features a star-studded cast including Varun Dhawan, Janhvi Kapoor, Sanya Malhotra, Rohit Saraf, Akshay Oberoi, and Maniesh Paul, and is directed by Shashank Khaitan and produced by Karan Johar.
The "Bijuriya" remix has been cleverly reimagined while maintaining the original's charm. Music lovers across generations have praised the makers for preserving the soul of the song while adding a contemporary touch. Sonu Nigam's enduring voice makes this remix even more special. His camaraderie with Maniesh Paul in the Instagram video highlights the respect shared between different generations of performers.
In addition to Maniesh Paul's performance, a video of Sunita Ahuja dancing to "Bijuriya" has also surfaced, adding to the song's popularity. The return of "Bijuriya" is more than just a remix; it's a celebration of the golden era of Indi-pop. It evokes nostalgia and reminds listeners of the power of music and memories.