Sanjay Leela Bhansali is known for his meticulous attention to detail in every aspect of his filmmaking, from costumes and set design to music and cinematography. One of these that is making people go bonkers after the release of Heeramandi is Gaja Gamini walk that Aditi Rao Hydari who plays the role of Bibbojaan in the show has nailed to perfection. Here's what it means.
For the unversed, the meaning of "Gaja Gamini" in Sanskrit is "one with the gait of an elephant". The walk is therefore said to be graceful, dignified, and perhaps a slightly regal walk, akin to the majestic gait of an elephant. It might symbolize strength, grace, and femininity.
Furthermore, it is said that the Majestic Walk of the Elephant is described by Vatsayana in Kamasutra as peak of seduction.
Not just her walk, the fact that Aditi Rao Hydari is flaunting her back flaps and is extremely confident in her own body is making people applaud her and filmmaker Sanay Leela Bhansali. "Her back fat is the best part about this video. Props to Bhansali too for not pushing his heroines (unlike Dharma) to be stick thin," one of the fans commented.
Do you know Aditi Rao Hydari is not the first one to do the Gaja Gamini walk in movies. Madhuri Dixit did it first in 2000 film titled Gaja Gamini, which was directed by MF Hussain. The film is a unique exploration of femininity, art, and history. It pays homage to the beauty and complexity of women. Husain's film defies categorization and challenges traditional storytelling conventions. It incorporates elements of dance, poetry, and music to create a unique cinematic experience.
Not just Madhuri, even Madhubala did the Gaja Gamini walk in Mughal-E-Azam in song Mohe Panghat Pe.
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