Madhuri Dixit’s dance has always been pure magic, elevating any song with signature grace and energy. No wonder then, that the veteran actress has recently been raking up the views with her dancing skills in Ami Je Tomar 3.0 from Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3, where she faces off with Vidya Balan. Madhuri’s artistry meets Vidya’s intensity, creating an electric synergy that’s got fans abuzz. However, this battle of talent and style is not a first for the OG Dhak Dhak girl. Here are five of Madhuri’s most iconic dance duels from the past. Take a look.

Dola Re from Devdas

One can’t discuss Bollywood dance duels without mentioning Dola Re. Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s grandiose version of Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay’s classic novel Devdas pits Madhuri’s Chandramukhi against Aishwarya Rai’s Paro. While the storyline didn’t originally call for a confrontation, Bhansali’s decision to add a dance-off brought a new level of excitement to the plot. The result was a visual feast, where Madhuri’s sharp footwork and captivating expressions melded beautifully with Aishwarya’s graceful fluidity.

Kay Sera Sera from Pukar

The song Kay Sera Sera from Rajkumar Santoshi’s Pukar has Madhuri going toe-to-toe with Prabhudeva, the master of rhythm and agility. The song occurs during a crucial phase in the story, where Anjali (Madhuri Dixit) celebrates her childhood bestie Major Jaidev’s (Anil Kapoor) victory against terrorists. Her no-holds-barred dance is supposed to depict her unbridled joy and love for Jaidev. Madhuri’s fluid classical grace contrasts with Prabhudeva’s unique flexibility and creates a thrilling fusion of dance styles — making for a jugalbandi that became an instant hit, giving fans an exciting duel that left a lasting mark on Bollywood choreography.

Dance of Envy from Dil To Pagal Hai

Another unforgettable duel unfolds in Yash Chopra’s Dil To Pagal Hai, where Madhuri’s Pooja, a passionate dancer, unknowingly engages in a battle of skills and emotions with Karisma Kapoor’s Nisha. In the Dance of Envy sequence, Nisha returns to the theatre troupe after a hiatus and feels jealous upon seeing Pooja take her place. The music captures both the competitive and expressive sides of dance. Madhuri’s grace and Karisma’s energetic moves make for a spontaneous yet seamless display of rivalry.

Dum Dumma Dum from Dil

In Indra Kumar-directed Dil, Madhuri and Aamir Khan tackle the quirky, genre-blending dance number Dum Dumma Dum with aplomb. In this college-based love story, their campus rivalry unfolds through a playful dance battle that combines hip-hop and 90s Bollywood choreography with a hefty dose of humour. The result is a memorable, light-hearted scene where Madhuri’s energy and skill adds an extra dose of masala magic.

Joote De Do Paise Le Lo from Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!

Madhuri plays Nisha in Sooraj Barjatya’s Hum Aapke Hain Koun..!, sister to the bride, who is planning to hide the shoes of her brother-in-law and extract money — a fun tradition in many Indian households. Enter the groom’s brother, Prem (Salman Khan), who is ready to block Nisha’s every attempt. What follows is a fun song-and-dance routine where Prem and Nisha keep one-upping each other in their fight for the shoes.