“A lot is written about stars but when it comes to sourcing information about the people behind the scenes, very few records are available,” rues filmmaker Nidhi Tuli.u00a0Tuli, whose previous documentary Ladies Special received good reviews in the film circle, followed legendary film choreographer Saroj Khan for nearly two years and filmed her latest documentary, The Saroj Khan Story.

A still form the documentary The Saroj Khan Story by Nidhi Tuli. 10-year-old Saroj Khan seen here as a background dancer in the song Aiye Meheraban from Howrah Bridge (1958). From a group dancer, Khan went on to become an assistant choreographer at the age of 12, teaching the likes of Vyjayanthimala