While the film was about a male star, the "spicy" moment girls pressed rewind on was Vicky Kaushal’s character dancing to a hook step. There was no female lead involved. The "spice" was raw male energy. This proved that Bollywood didn't need a heroine to create heat; they needed aesthetic direction.
A fresh generation of talent is redefining what it means to be a "Bollywood Queen" by choosing substance over simple glamour:
Exploring the Sizzle: Understanding the Concept of Heat and Spice in Cuisine