Kavita Krishnamurthy's 'Hawa Hawai': The Iconic Song That Made Her Mother Think She Was Mad

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Kavita Krishnamurthy's 'Hawa Hawai': The Iconic Song That Made Her Mother Think She Was Mad
- •Kavita Krishnamurthy's 'Hawa Hawai' from Mr. India is a Bollywood classic, known for its quirky lyrics and Sridevi's dazzling picturization.
- •The song's unusual words like Assi-Tussi and Mumbasa were improvised by composer Laxmikant and lyricist Javed Akhtar during recording.
- •Kavita Krishnamurthy recalled her mother's disbelief, thinking she had 'gone mad' after hearing the gibberish lyrics.
- •Sridevi's glamorous and comedic performance in a glittering golden costume made 'Hawa Hawai' a visual spectacle, capturing 1980s Bollywood essence.
- •Decades later, 'Hawa Hawai' remains a cultural touchstone, a career-defining track for Kavita Krishnamurthy, and a symbol of collaborative brilliance.
Why It Matters: 'Hawa Hawai' is a timeless Bollywood classic, born from improvisation, iconic for its lyrics, and Sridevi's performance.
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