Filmfare Awards’ Blast From The Past: When Salman Khan picked up a 'Mystery Woman' on stage! Watch

The Filmfare Awards have long been Bollywood’s most dazzling night - a celebration where stars shine brighter than ever. From jaw-dropping dance performances to playful host banter and emotional acceptance speeches, the event always delivers a full dose of drama and delight. This year’s 70th edition, held in Ahmedabad, kept that legacy alive. But while audiences are still basking in the glow of the 2025 ceremony, an old Filmfare moment featuring Salman Khan has suddenly reignited nostalgia online.

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The Viral Throwback Clip That Took the Internet by Storm

An old video from the 1997 Filmfare Awards has recently resurfaced, setting social media abuzz. The clip shows a young, shirtless Salman Khan showing off his sculpted physique while sharing the stage with a mystery woman. That woman, as it turns out, is Pony Verma, a popular choreographer and dancer - who’s now married to actor Prakash Raj.

In the footage, Pony playfully teases Salman as he tries to step back, only for him to finally lift her up and walk off the stage, leaving the crowd cheering. The sizzling chemistry between the two has since become a talking point among fans, many of whom can’t get enough of Salman’s charm and confidence from his younger days.

Clearing the Confusion: Not Kunickaa Sadanand

After the clip resurfaced, online chatter mistakenly identified the woman as Kunickaa Sadanand, currently a Bigg Boss 19 contestant. Some even speculated that Salman was favouring her due to their supposed past connection. However, these rumours are entirely unfounded - the woman in the video is indeed Pony Verma, and the mix-up likely arose due to timing and resemblance.

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Why Fans Can’t Stop Watching

The resurfaced moment is more than just a dance - it’s a reminder of Salman Khan’s effortless magnetism and the golden era of the ‘90s Filmfare nights. Fans have flooded comment sections, praising his youthful energy and the nostalgic vibe of the clip. Clearly, some moments in Bollywood never lose their charm.

The 70th Filmfare Awards 2025: A Celebration to Remember

Held at EKA Arena in Ahmedabad on October 11, the 70th Hyundai Filmfare Awards 2025 was a grand celebration of cinematic brilliance. Hosted by Shah Rukh Khan, Karan Johar, and Maniesh Paul, the event struck a perfect balance of humour, nostalgia, and glamour.

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Audiences were treated to recreations of iconic scenes from Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, evoking pure nostalgia. Laapataa Ladies swept the night with 13 awards, followed by Kill with 6 wins. The evening also honoured Zeenat Aman and the late Shyam Benegal with Lifetime Achievement Awards, making it a heartwarming tribute to Indian cinema’s timeless spirit.