Renowned actor and dancer Kalpana Iyer, celebrated as the original “Rambha Ho Ho Ho” girl, is filled with gratitude following the resurgence of her legendary song in Aditya Dhar’s film, Dhurandhar. Originally featured in the 1981 movie Armaan, the track has captivated a new generation after being showcased in an exhilarating scene alongside Ranveer Singh, rekindling nostalgia and admiration for Kalpana’s captivating performance.
In an emotional response, Kalpana shared that she first learned of the song’s revival through numerous calls and messages from friends and fans. “People were reaching out to tell me, ‘Your song is back, and we’re thinking of you,'” she expressed, noting how deeply moving the experience was for her. “I felt incredibly emotional and immensely grateful. It’s surreal to see something I created so long ago being celebrated once more.”
Expressing her thanks to director Aditya Dhar for bringing the song back to life for younger audiences, Kalpana stated, “How can I not be thankful to Aditya Dhar? When a filmmaker revives a song in such a way that today’s youth are humming it, it’s like a heartfelt ‘Thank you, God.’” Reflecting on this unexpected resurgence, she added, “Who would have guessed that at 70, my song would become popular again? It’s truly fabulous.”
The renewed interest in “Rambha Ho Ho Ho” has also led to Kalpana going viral, with a recent video of her energetically dancing to the song at a wedding circulating on social media, charming audiences everywhere. Fans have lauded her confidence, elegance, and infectious spirit, dubbing her the “original and eternal Rambha.”
Kalpana expressed her appreciation for the outpouring of love, stating it reassures her that great work endures in the hearts of people. “This kind of recognition reminds you that your efforts resonate with audiences,” she remarked. “It brings back the joy of performing for me.”
With Dhurandhar shining a new light on this classic track, Kalpana Iyer’s journey serves as a testament to the fact that iconic cinematic moments never truly disappear—they simply wait for the perfect moment to resurface.