The 80s was an iconic decade in Indian cinema, and it's impossible to talk about it without mentioning the trio of Mithun Chakraborthy, Bappi Lahiri, and B Subash. Together, they produced numerous hit songs that continue to be popular today. One such song is "Mera Dil Gaye Ja Zooby Zooby Zooby," which was inspired by the 1986 song "Brother Louie" by the disco band Modern Talking. Bappi Lahiri added an Indian touch to the song, and it became an instant chartbuster.
However, there is an untold story behind this iconic song. The actress who performed on the song, Sarla Yeolekar, was not originally part of the film. B Subash had initially wanted Smita Patil for the role and had even given her a double role in the film as Mithun Chakraborthy's mother and sister. However, while shooting for the film, Smita Patil was in the early stages of pregnancy, and B Subash decided to shoot the sister's character first with her. After her delivery, he planned to shoot the mother's role. But fate had other plans.
On 28th November 1986, Smita Patil gave birth to her son Prateek Bababr. Unfortunately, just fifteen days later, on 13th December 1986, Smita Patil passed away due to childbirth complications. B Subash was left with no option but to cast another actress to play the role, which was not an easy task. He needed someone who could play the mother's role, act, and dance on stage.
That's when B Subash came across Sarla Yeolekar, who had done some forgotten roles in a few Hindi films but was a well-known name as a dancer and actress in Marathi films in the 70s. Sarla Yeolekar danced with glamour on stage to the voice of Alisha Chinai singing "Zooby Zooby," and the audience went crazy in theaters. Her performance and the song became one of the film's highlights, giving Sarla Yeolekar the forever tag of "Zooby Zooby girl."
In conclusion, "Mera Dil Gaye Ja Zooby Zooby Zooby" is not just an iconic song from the 80s, but it also has a touching and untold story behind it. It's a reminder of the fragility of life and how fate can change things in an instant. But it's also a testament to how a talented team of filmmakers, musicians, and performers can come together and create magic that lasts a lifetime.
(Writer of this article: Alex Almeida is a passionate Hindi cinema buff with a deep love for the art of storytelling. Having grown up watching Indian cinema since its inception, Alex has a wealth of knowledge and experience that he brings to his writing. He has been recognized for his top contributions to IMDb, where he has shared his expertise and insights with other cinema enthusiasts. Through his writing, Alex strives to share the untold stories and fascinating insights behind some of the most beloved films and artists in Indian cinema.)
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