Shabana Azmi effortlessly balances a glass on her head while dancing, says she did it long before Bobby Deol

Veteran actress Shabana Azmi took to social media to share a nostalgic throwback video from 2018, showcasing her impressive glass-balancing dance skills. The clip has sparked a fun comparison with last year's viral film moment, with Azmi humorously implying she was doing the trend long before it became a sensation.

In the video, Azmi can be seen effortlessly balancing glasses on her feet while dancing, a feat that has many fans and netizens in awe. By sharing this clip, Azmi proves that she's been a trailblazer in more ways than one.

Shabana Azmi shares a throwback video

On Monday (February 16), Azmi shared a captivating clip on Instagram showcasing her at a wedding function. She is elegantly dressed in a pastel saree, complemented by traditional jewelry. The clip highlights her remarkable poise as she effortlessly balances a glass on her head while dancing with grace and confidence. She is seen smiling warmly and engaging with the guests around her.

Along with the video, the caption read, A staple dance that #Parna Patkar started and I have followed - long before Bobby Deol did his dance that went viral.

Fans reaction to Shabana’s video

Reacting to her video, a fan wrote in the comments section, I knew it that women in India have been balancing water pots and dancing since a long time and definitely a glass is nothing for them and here you go ma’am… showing we had fun long before men went viral for having fun. Love you.

About Bobby’s viral video

Azmi's video quickly gained attention, with many fans drawing a direct comparison to Bobby Deol's memorable entrance in "Animal." In the film, Bobby's character makes a striking appearance during a high-energy dance to the song "Jamal Kudu," where he balances a glass on his head.

The striking styling and Bobby Deol's powerful screen presence transformed the moment into an instant social media sensation upon "Animal's" release.

The "Jamal Kudu" sequence quickly went viral, inspiring numerous reels, memes, and fan recreations. The song itself experienced a surge in popularity, becoming intrinsically linked to Bobby’s unforgettable on-screen performance.

Azmi’s professional front

On the professional front, Azmi's recent appearance was in the crime drama series "Dabba Cartel," which premiered on Netflix in February 2025. She also starred in Abhishek Bachchan and Saiyami Kher's "Ghoomer."

Looking ahead, the veteran actress is set to appear in Aamir Khan's "Lahore 1947," which will feature Sunny Deol in the lead role.