Aamir Khan’s ‘PK’ radio
Bollywood’s Mr Perfectionist, actor Aamir Khan’s humanoid alien avatar in ‘PK’ (2014) was well appreciated by the critics and viewers. Ever since the first look poster of the film, this specific prop Radio was seen as an integral part for the character of PK. And throughout the film, Aamir’s character is seen with this Radio which he even takes with him to his planet in the end. Certainly, Aamir Khan’s ‘PK’ radio prop was so popular that it found many spoofs made around it.
Salman Khan’s ‘Dabangg’ sunglasses
Salman Khan’s ‘Dabangg’ became a trend in itself for various reasons. Among them, Salman’s character Chulbul Pandey’s style of carrying his sunglasses was an instant hit and loved by everyone. Certainly, it was something different and today those sunglasses are considered as a popular prop now due to Bhaijaan, Salman Khan.
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Chak De! India’ hockey stick
Shah Rukh Khan is better known for his romantic hero image in Bollywood. But, his 2007 released ‘Chak De! India’ saw him playing a hockey coach to a women’s team. The film is still remembered as one of the most popular and impactful films ever made in Bollywood. Shah Rukh Khan and his hockey stick had become a rage amongst the superstar’s fans.
Salman Khan’s ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’ towel
Till today, superstar Salman Khan’s ‘Towel dance’ from his chartbuster track ‘Jeene Ke Hai Char Din’ finds a deep prominence among his admirers. It had featured in the 2004 released ‘Mujhse Shaadi Karogi’.
Shah Rukh Khan’s ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ mandolin
Shah Rukh Khan’s character Raj in ‘Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge’ is definitely incomplete without playing the mandolin that makes Simran (played by Kajol) realise that her Raj is here. Shah Rukh Khan literally brought that mandolin prop into a trend by his lovable charm seen in the character of Raj.
Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘Deewar’ Billa no 786
Amitabh Bachchan’s Billa no 786 in ‘Deewar’ had turned that number quite a phenomenon in India after its release. In one of his tweets, Big B had also mentioned, “After the release of 'Deewaar', number plates of cars and necklaces and pendants bearing 786 number became most prominent.” [sic] Now, that was definitely a long-lasting impact on the viewers' minds at that period of time.
Amitabh Bachchan’s ‘Sholay’ harmonica and two-headed coin
‘Sholay’ is regarded as the cult film of Indian cinema. Each and everything about this film turned out to be classic. So, how the props could have left behind. Amitabh Bachchan’s silent communication of love to the character played by Jaya Bachchan is incomplete without the melodious tune of that harmonica. Whereas, Jai’s sacrifice to save Veeru’s life at the climax with the two-headed coin is something that made these specific props immortal.
Props play an important part of any drama or story telling. Time and again we have seen the use of various props, some of which went on to achieve such a status that one look at the prop will instantly remind you of the films they featured in. We wondered how the magic and persona of our Bollywood stars encourages them to try new hairstyles, dresses, dialogues, songs, dance moves and even props!
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Look at stars like Aamir Khan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan and others using specific props in their respective films; it is more than enough for the fans to catch it as a trend. So let’s take a look at some such special props that actually became as popular as our stars. Well, almost! (Also Check: When just the mention of Shah Rukh Khan’s name did wonders to these Bollywood films)
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