ICONIC DANCING DIVAS
Hippie culture hidden in the dance moves of 1970's
By Bhavnoor Minocha Apr 26, 2017
The endless tales of beauty by our grandfathers or fathers about the movies of their times is something we all have heard. Over the dinner table conferences, this is something which brings out the movie buff in each one of us. Having a diverse bollywood background inspired greatly from worldly affairs, this industry has given us all we could ask for. Every trend of the 80’s has set its empire back in the game. But what if we told a hidden secret about the 80’s?
End of world war two gave rise to the hippie culture. The after effects of the same were visible in the fashion and lifestyle sector of cinema. All the dance composition was even inspired from the psychedelic. The beauty dancing on the beats of drums and rolls were all related to trip culture. Let’s find out more about these iconic dancing divas.
1. Zeenat Aman
The heart throbbing sensation of Hindi cinema was ready to pack her bags and leave just as she joined. After the hit of Hare Krishna Hare Rama, is when this hippie laid his mark in this industry. Giving a meaning to westernised women of Bollywood, her sex appeal has created numerous controversies. Yet her unforgettable performances in Yeh Mera Dil and Hare Krishna are till date an inspiration to actresses of the 21st century.
2. Bindu
The sizzling vamp of all times, Bindu broke many barriers in her carrier. After a few blockbusters, she became the queen of hearts. Her ravishing cabaret dance performance in Mera Naam Shabnam, Kati Patang is still the talk of the town. She evidently proved that women can be sexy even after marriage.
3. Helen
An inspiration to four films and a book, Helen is a dancer which even the coming generations would talk about. Known as the Nautch dancer of her time, she was something just beyond films. Her iconic dance moves have took her to places. From her international onstage performances to being a judge in reality shows, she made every dance step seem to easy.
Fig. 13 Pinterest (2012)
Fig. 12 Bindu (2013)
Fig. 11 Pinterest (2013)
