In 2016, Pandit Birju Maharaj won the Filmfare Award for Best Choreography for which film?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Bajirao Mastani.
In 2016, Pandit Birju Maharaj received the Filmfare Award for Best Choreography for the song “Mohe Rang Do Laal” from the movie Bajirao Mastani. Directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film starred Deepika Padukone as Mastani. Maharaj’s choreography skillfully combined classical Kathak with cinematic expression, earning widespread recognition. His work highlighted his exceptional ability to adapt traditional dance forms for the big screen, making classical dance accessible and visually captivating for contemporary audiences.