Though not the lead, Hema Malini made a memorable special appearance in the song “Hum Yaar Hain Tumhare” from the film Khiladi (not to be confused with the 1992 Akshay Kumar film; this was a different action drama). The cameo was a nod to her enduring star power, but it also signaled that producers now saw her as a guest attraction rather than the primary romantic heroine.

: Although largely released in 1991, Malini filmed a special appearance as for this National Award-winning mystery drama directed by Gulzar. The film is celebrated for her classical Kathak dance performance to the song "Jhoote Naina". Transition to Production and Television In 1990, Malini expanded her career behind the camera: