Saturday, February 21, 2009

Jiah Khan: Terrified of dancing with Shahid Kapur

The much talked-about dance for Ken Ghosh's untitled film choreographed by Justin Timberlake's choreographer Marty Kudelka almost didn't happen. Reason? Jiah Khan got two cold left feet when she realised that she would have to match steps with Shahid Kapur for one of the most intricate dance items ever shot in this country. Finally, Jiah KhanJiah took a deep breath and took the plunge.

"It was the most fabulous experience of my life. Shahid looked like Justin Timberlake and I looked like Britney Spears. We even danced in their style," Jiah exults. "Learning my steps from such a well-known choreographer was a dream come true. Marty has definitely brought in a freshness to our song and dance routine."

In her film with Shahid Kapur, directed by Ken Ghosh, Jiah Khan plays a choreographer. "It is a dance film, and my first film with a co-star of my own age. So, I finally got to romance someone of my own age. Shahid is an amazing dancer. I don't know how he does it. I was scared because I had to match his steps. I knew I would not be able to match him. But I know I can hold my own. Two days before we shot the song, I stopped sleeping. I was terrorised."....Continue