Raveena Tandon on ‘Mohra’ Re-Release: ‘It’s a Beautiful Feeling When a Film and Its Music Continue to Find Love Across Generations’ (EXCLUSIVE)

As “Mohra” gears up for a re-release in theatres alongside “Ramayana,” Raveena Tandon is looking back at a film that became one of the defining titles of her career. Released in 1994, the action thriller, starring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty, Naseeruddin Shah and her, remains memorable for its music, particularly the chartbuster “Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast,” which went on to become one of the most iconic songs of the 1990s.

For Tandon, the song holds a special place in her journey. What began as a memorable filming experience eventually became a cultural phenomenon, with the song continuing to find new audiences decades later. As Mohra returns to the big screen, the actor reflects on the film’s enduring popularity, the nostalgia associated with the 1990s and the joy of seeing younger generations discover a song that has been such a significant part of her life.

Fondest memories
Recalling her fondest memory of shooting “Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast” Tandon says; “Honestly, the energy on set was infectious, and we had so much fun shooting the song. I never imagined it would become such an iconic part of my journey,” she says.

The song’s popularity eventually went far beyond the film, becoming a fixture at celebrations, parties and dance floors. For Tandon, the moment she realised its extraordinary reach came when she began seeing people dancing to it everywhere. “I think when people started dancing to it everywhere and it became a part of every celebration, I realised it had connected with audiences in a big way. Even today, the love it gets is unbelievable,” she says.

The actor also remembers the excitement surrounding her first day on the sets of “Mohra,” describing the film as a special project that brought together a “wonderful team.” Looking back, she says she was excited to be part of the film, which would eventually become closely associated with the blockbuster era of Hindi cinema in the 1990s.

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The audience experience 
With “Mohra” returning to theatres, Tandon is looking forward to audiences experiencing the film on the big screen once again. The re-release also offers an opportunity for viewers who grew up with the film to revisit it, while introducing its music and memorable moments to a younger generation.

“It feels wonderful that audiences will get to experience “Mohra” on the big screen again. It’s a beautiful feeling when a film and its music continue to find love across generations,” she says.

That intergenerational appeal is particularly evident in the continuing popularity of “Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast.” For Tandon, seeing younger audiences embrace the song is a reminder of how music can travel beyond its original moment and remain relevant long after a film’s release. 

Her daughter, Rasha Thadani, is also part of this new generation encountering the song’s legacy. “It’s lovely to see the next generation enjoying something that has been such a special part of my life,” Tandon says.

Simplicity missed
The actor’s memories of “Mohra” are also tied to a time when Hindi cinema operated in a very different cultural landscape. The 1990s were marked by larger-than-life entertainers, memorable soundtracks and songs that often became as popular as the films themselves. Asked what she misses most about that decade, Tandon points to the simplicity of life before social media became such an integral part of everyday existence.

“I miss the simplicity of the 90s. We enjoyed every moment without the pressure of social media,” she says.

While nostalgia remains an important part of revisiting “Mohra,” Raveena Tandon continues to explore different sides of her acting career. Her appearance in “Welcome To The Jungle” has offered audiences another glimpse of her comic side, prompting the question of whether she would like to take on more comedy films in the future.

Challenges and rewards
The actor is enthusiastic about the possibility, acknowledging both the challenges and the rewards of the genre. “Absolutely! Comedy is not easy, but it’s so much fun when you get it right. I’d love to explore more comedy because I enjoy entertaining people and making them laugh,” she says.

As “Mohra” prepares to return to cinemas, its re-release serves as a reminder of the lasting relationship audiences can build with a film and its music. For Tandon, the enduring affection for “Tu Cheez Badi Hai Mast Mast” and the excitement around seeing “Mohra” on the big screen again are especially meaningful because they demonstrate that some cinematic memories continue to resonate well beyond their time.