Indian Idol 16: Karisma Kapoor Dances On Mom Babita's Song Kajra Mohabbat Wala For First Time: 'I Worship..'

Indian Idol 16 today episode: Karisma Kapoor is set to honour Babita on Indian Idol by dancing to one of Babita ji's iconic songs for the first time on the show. The moment comes during the 50th Golden Jubilee episode, which turns into an emotional tribute to Babita ji and the Kapoor family's legacy in Hindi cinema.

The special episode of Indian Idol 16 is centred on the legendary Kapoor family, with contestants presenting songs linked to their films. Among them, Anshika Chonker performs Babita ji's memorable track "Aao Huzoor Tumko," which prompts moving memories from Karisma Kapoor and a deeper look at Babita ji's influence on Karisma's life and career.

Indian Idol 16 Golden Jubilee episode honours Karisma Kapoor, Babita and the Kapoor family

Before Anshika's performance, host Aditya Narayan engages the judges with a question about the Kapoor family's milestones. Aditya asks, "Can you guess who is the first female superstar in the Kapoor family?" Geeta Kapur quickly answers, "Hamare bagal mein hi baithi hain Karisma Kapoor." Aditya then gently corrects the reply, sharing his own view of the family's on-screen and off-screen stars.

Aditya explains that while Karisma Kapoor is the family's on-screen superstar, Babita ji is the off-screen superstar. Aditya talks about how Babita encouraged Karisma Kapoor even before the film industry and the public accepted Karisma. According to Aditya, Babita ji's belief and guidance were crucial in building Karisma's journey in films and shaping early career choices.

Indian Idol Golden Jubilee episode highlights Karisma Kapoor's emotional tribute to Babita

Hearing these words, Karisma Kapoor becomes emotional on the Indian Idol stage and expresses deep gratitude. Karisma says, "Aap mujhe rula rahe hain abhi. I worship my mother. Aisi hi honi chahiye ek maa, maa hi hoti hai. Of course, my family supported me, everyone supported me, lekin maa ka jo confidence tha aur jo values unhone mujhe sikhayi, woh sabse important hain. I think that is why I am what I am today and what I was. Definitely, I will give all my credit to my mother for what I am even today."

After Anshika's song, judge Vishal Dadlani asks Karisma Kapoor to dance to another Babita ji favourite, "Kajra Mohabbat Wala." Aditya Narayan points out that this marks the first time Karisma will perform on Babita ji's song on the Indian Idol stage. Karisma accepts happily and shares how special this performance feels during the Golden Jubilee episode.

Indian Idol Golden Jubilee episode showcases Karisma Kapoor dancing to Babita's iconic songs

Speaking to the audience, Karisma says, "First time ho raha hai ki main apni mummy ke gaane par dance kar rahi hoon aur woh bhi Indian Idol ke stage par. Thank you, Indian Idol, aap hamesha mere liye aur meri family ke liye kuch na kuch special kar lete ho, especially on this beautiful 50th episode." The dance becomes a central emotional highlight of the celebration.

During the Indian Idol conversation, Karisma Kapoor also shares behind-the-scenes trivia from Babita ji's film Kismat and the songs "Aao Huzoor Tumko" and "Kajra Mohabbat Wala." Karisma explains that in one track Babita ji had to act as an intoxicated character, which was difficult for Babita. In another, Babita ji appeared in male disguise, a rare choice in the 1960s.

Karisma adds that "Aao Huzoor Tumko" has been recreated and remixed several times over the decades. The song continues to be popular with different generations, which, according to Karisma, reflects Babita ji's appeal. Karisma notes that Babita ji worked in films for about seven years, yet most projects became hits and stayed in public memory.

Karisma recalls that Babita ji shared the screen with many leading stars of that era. Babita ji acted with Rajesh Khanna, Jeetendra, Manoj Kumar and Dharmendra, as well as with Kapoor family members Shammi Kapoor and Shashi Kapoor. The Indian Idol Golden Jubilee episode uses these memories, songs and performances to offer viewers a nostalgic tribute to Babita ji and the Kapoor family's long connection with Indian cinema.