Dhak-Dhak girl Madhuri Dixit Nene turns 57, On the occasion of her 57th birthday today, B-town celebrities and fans have flooded social media handles with heartfelt wishes. Joining in, Kajol penned a heartwarming note for her friend on the special day.
Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Kajol shared a throwback video with Madhuri from designer Manish Malhotra’s 2022 Diwali bash. In the clip, the two were seen bonding and singing the iconic track Dancing Queen by Abba. “Happy birthday to the OG Dancing Queen.. may u tap away into the coming year as well Madhuri Dixit,” Kajol wrote.
Happy birthday to the OG Dancing Queen.. may u tap away into the coming year as well @MadhuriDixit ! 🎉👸🏻💕 pic.twitter.com/B995XTkl5L
— Kajol (@itsKajolD) May 15, 2024
Madhuri’s husband Dr Sriram Nene also penned a sweet birthday wish for the actress. Sharing a montage of adorable pictures with his better half on Instagram, Dr Nene captioned the post, “Happy birthday to the woman who dances through life with grace, charm, and a killer smile! You light up our lives in ways words can’t express. We love you endlessly!” Madhuri and Dr Nene tied the knot back in 1999. She relocated to the USA with her husband. After a hiatus, Madhuri made her acting comeback in 2011.
Madhuri Dixit, often referred to as the “Dhak Dhak Girl” due to her iconic dance moves, is one of the most celebrated actresses in Indian cinema. She’s known for her incredible beauty, graceful dancing, and versatile acting skills. Madhuri has left an indelible mark on Bollywood with her memorable performances in numerous films.
Born on May 15, 1967, in Mumbai, India, Madhuri made her acting debut in the 1984 film “Abodh,” but it was her role in “Tezaab” (1988) that propelled her to stardom. Her dance number “Ek Do Teen” from the same film became a sensation and established her as one of Bollywood’s leading actresses. Throughout the late ’80s and ’90s, Madhuri delivered several blockbuster films such as “Ram Lakhan,” “Dil,” “Saajan,” “Beta,” “Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!”, and “Dil To Pagal Hai.”
Her on-screen chemistry with actors like Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, and Shah Rukh Khan was highly praised. Madhuri’s acting prowess earned her several awards, including multiple Filmfare Awards. Apart from her acting, she’s known for her dance performances, which are often characterized by her expressive eyes, graceful movements, and infectious energy.
Madhuri took a hiatus from films after her marriage in 1999 but made a comeback with movies like “Aaja Nachle” in 2007 and later appeared as a judge on the dance reality show “Jhalak Dikhhla Jaa.” In addition to her film career, she’s actively involved in philanthropy and social causes. Madhuri Dixit remains an icon in Indian cinema, admired for her talent, elegance, and timeless beauty.