India, July 12 -- S inger Mamta Sharma, whose latest track Chatni from Dhamaal 4 is a recreation of her own song from Dabangg 2 (2012), believes item numbers will continue to remain an integral part of Indian cinema as long as they are presented responsibly. The singer, known for hits such as Munni Badnaam Hui from Dabangg (2010), Anarkali Disco Chali from Housefull 2 (2012) and Fevicol Se from Dabangg 2 (2012), says, "I think item songs are a very important part of Indian cinema's DNA and have always been, going back decades. Yes, critics label them unnecessary but audiences tell a different story," she says. Calling such songs "cultural moments", the singer adds, "I believe in responsible entertaining content and as long as they bring joy to our cinema, the audience is the real judge." Chatni also marks a nostalgic return for Mamta, who briefly appeared in the original song in Dabangg 2. She credits actor Salman Khan for encouraging her on-screen presence, saying, "Salman sir is such a gem of a person. He supported me so much. I just had a small scene in the song, but he told the choreographer, 'She will also perform the antra with me'," she recalls, adding, "The choreographer sounded unsure as it was a male song, but Salman sir asked me, 'Kar logi na?' I agreed! That's how I ended up being part of the song," she adds....