Behind the Seams: Farah Khan's Hilarious Feud with Manish Malhotra Over a 'Fevicol Se' Lehenga!

You know how sometimes, the most delightful stories from Bollywood aren't about the glitz and glamour on screen, but the hilarious, often unexpected, behind-the-scenes moments? Well, choreographer extraordinaire Farah Khan recently spilled some truly fantastic tea on a chat show, giving us all a peek into a rather amusing tiff she once had with none other than ace designer Manish Malhotra. And trust me, it’s the kind of anecdote that perfectly captures the passionate, sometimes fiery, spirit of our film industry!

The incident in question dates back to the shooting of the iconic item number, "Fevicol Se," from the film Dabangg 2. Remember Kareena Kapoor Khan, absolutely owning the screen in that vibrant, incredibly heavy lehenga? That exquisite outfit, a true showstopper, was, of course, a creation of Manish Malhotra’s brilliant mind. He pours his heart and soul into every stitch, every sequin, crafting pieces that aren't just clothes but veritable works of art.

Now, here’s where the clash of creative titans happened. Farah, with her signature energetic choreography, envisioned a particular shot where Kareena’s stunning lehenga would be dragged ever so slightly on the ground, adding a certain rustic charm and authenticity to the rural setting of the song. A choreographer’s vision, right? Get that shot, make it memorable!

But can you imagine the horror, the sheer, unadulterated anguish, a designer feels watching their painstakingly crafted, expensive masterpiece being treated with such... shall we say, vigorous abandon? Manish Malhotra, upon seeing the fate of his beautiful lehenga — probably smudged with a bit of film set dust and a touch of realism — was, to put it mildly, absolutely furious. He reportedly went silent, a two-day non-speaking boycott directed squarely at Farah Khan! Honestly, who can blame him? It’s a classic artist versus artist moment, where the integrity of the design meets the demands of performance.

Farah, recalling the incident with her characteristic candour and a hearty laugh, admitted that Manish didn’t utter a single word to her for a good 48 hours. It’s funny now, of course, looking back. She understands his passion, his dedication to his craft, and how protective he must have felt about his creation. It just goes to show you, every piece of art on screen, from the dance steps to the intricate costumes, comes with its own story, its own set of dramas and, sometimes, its own little celebrity feuds. It's all part of the magic, isn't it?