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Madhuri Dixit Disguised Herself to Watch 'Tezaab' in Theatre

Sep 8, 2026
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Sep 8, 2026 14:31
Madhuri Dixit hid in a burqa to watch ‘Tezaab’ in theatre

## Madhuri Dixit's Undercover Experience

Bollywood actress Madhuri Dixit shared a unique story about attending a screening of her 1988 film 'Tezaab' while in disguise. She wore a burqa to a Mumbai theatre to witness firsthand the audience's reaction to her famous song 'Ek Do Teen'.

## Audience Reaction

Despite her efforts to remain unnoticed, the experience turned out to be quite eventful. As the song played, the crowd's enthusiasm led to coins being thrown towards the screen, with some landing on Dixit and her friends. This prompted them to leave the theatre early.

## Recognition in the Lobby

Even though she tried to blend in, Dixit was recognized in the theatre lobby, with people identifying her despite her disguise.

## Impact of 'Tezaab'

Released on November 11, 1988, 'Tezaab' was directed by N Chandra and starred Anil Kapoor alongside Dixit. The film became the highest-grossing Hindi movie of that year, significantly boosting Dixit's career. The song 'Ek Do Teen', choreographed by Saroj Khan, became a landmark in Hindi cinema dance numbers.

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