9 Sizzling Old Item Numbers That Our Fathers Danced To

Probably the first lady that flashes through Telugu people mind when one talks about sexy item numbers is Jayamalini. This song ‘Gudivaada Vellaanu’ of hers from 1977 socio-fantasy ‘Yamagola’,  was an instant hit among the masses and is still considered as the best item number of Telugu cinema. Surprisingly, this fast-beat number is sung by melody queen P. Susheela. Music was composed by K Chakravarthy. 

Featuring multiple item girls including Jyothilakshmi and Jayamalini, this one from N.T. Rama Rao’s super hit film ‘Bobbili Puli’, is truly a scintillating number. Amidst colourful flashlights and high-powered music, the super hot ladies surely raise the temperature. Vani Jayaram and Susheela have lifted the energy with their enticing voice in this song. It has been choreographed by P.A Saleem and is composed by JV Raghavulu. 

Relatively from a new movie ‘Khaidi No 786’ that released in 1988, Silk Smitha sizzles in this ‘Atu Amalapuram Itu Peddapuram’ item song. As aforementioned, Silk Smitha mesmerises the audience with some mind-boggling dance moves. To everybody’s surprise, Janaki gaaru, who is known for rendering several soulful tracks, has sung this blazing number. While music duo Raj-Koti composed the song, Veturi garu wrote the lyrics.

‘Puttintollu Tharimesaru’ from 1977 blockbuster movie ‘Vetagadu’ was a party anthem among youngsters back then. As usual, Jayamalini with her seductive steps sets the floor on fire. The lead actor of the film, legendary N.T Rama Rao also joins her with his signature moves. Cheeky yet meaningful lyrics have been written by Veturi gaaru and the song has been sung by most revered singing pair S.P Balu and P. Susheela. 

Once again, we’ll be glued to the spell bounding dance steps of N.T Rama Rao in this number, ‘Nee Illu Bangaram Kaanu’ from 1981 movie ‘Gaja Donga’. Jayamalini dances in pace with the actor and brings in her share of hotness. Singer S.P Balsubrahmanayam has rendered this rocking number along with Janakamma. Directed by K. Raghavendra Rao, the film has music scored by Chakravarthy. Apparently, Veturi has penned the lyrics. 

This ravishing number from 1978 action drama ‘Simha Baludu’ is widely popular for its sassy lyric written by Veturi Sundararama Murthy gaaru. The acclaimed musician M.S Viswanthan has composed the song. The song features Jayamalini yet again. Dancing alongside NTR, she oozes everyone with her flawless sexy moves. Notably, these spectacular steps have been designed by popular yesteryear choreographer Saleem.  

Rendered in the voice of renowned composer-singer Ghantasala and P. Susheela, ‘Mu Mudhante Chedha’ from ‘Adhrushtavanthulu’ is one of the famous item songs of the 70s.  Renowned musician K.V Mahadevan has composed the music while popular Telugu cine-poet C. Narayana Reddy wrote lyrics. Without any overt exposing, the item girl tries to tease ANR in this foot-thumping number. Notably, Akkineni Nagarjuna remade this song in his disaster flick ‘Kedi’ that released in 2010. 

Filled with bold and provocative lyrics, this one from 1973 film ‘Devudu Chesina Manushulu’ is famous even amongst today’s youth. With a foot-tapping tune and raunchy dance moves, the song never ceases to enthral the audience no matter whenever they watch it. Great lyricist Arudhra has penned the lyrics while ‘Kalaimamani’ L.R Eshwari has sung it. Ramesh Naidu has composed the song. Notably, the remix version of the same song, done by Telugu pop singer Smitha, went on to become a huge hit across India.  

And this one from N.T Rama Rao’s blockbuster movie ‘Sardar Papa Rayudu’ is a sensational hit. Ask your dad whether he danced for this hot number or not, most probably he would say ‘yes’ with a smile on his face. Jyothilakashmi’s agile steps and hip-shaking moves would never go out of your memory once you watch this item song. Once again Chakravarty nailed it with his infectious beats for this groovy number. Versatile Singer Janaki gaaru, with her seductive voice, hits the right chord.