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Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya Takes a Dig at Shah Rukh Khan; Here’s What He Said
Updated on: 10 April, 2025 05:22 PM IST |Amruta Karulkar
Abhijeet Bhattacharya and Shah Rukh Khan
The dynamic duo of singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya and superstar Shah Rukh Khan delivered some of Bollywood`s most cherished musical moments back in the day. However, the harmony between them seems to have faded over the years. In a recent interview, Abhijeet didn`t mince words, taking a noticeably sarcastic swipe at the actor, highlighting a simmering tension that has occasionally surfaced publicly.
Iconic tracks like ‘Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Mein’, ‘Wada Raha Sanam’, ‘Baadshah O Baadshah’, ‘Woh Ladki Jo Saab Se’, and ‘Tauba Tumhare Ye Ishaare’ all featured Abhijeet`s vocals, shaping the musical landscape of SRK`s films. The connection was so strong that many fans felt Abhijeet was Shah Rukh`s singing voice. But behind the successful collaboration, discordant notes were seemingly developing.
When asked about the reported awkwardness with Shah Rukh Khan in a recent ANI interview, Abhijeet responded with sharp sarcasm. His words suggested a feeling of being sidelined, despite his significant contribution to the actor`s musical hits.
He stated, “We`re like twins; I mean, it seems that way with the voice. Now I realise that all these songs aren’t mine. Shah Rukh sang this song, Shah Rukh wrote this song, Shah Rukh composed the music, Shah Rukh made the film, Shah Rukh is the cinematographer. Everything is Shah Rukh. What can I do? People tell me it’s Shah Rukh’s song, and then I realise, oh, right, it’s not mine. Sab kuch woh hi hai toh bhai main kya karun (He is everything, so what am I)?”
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He remarked, “Chalte Chalte film average hi thi, gaane hit the, sirf gaane hi hit the, par ab kya kar sakte hain,” which translates to, “Chalte Chalte was an average film, only the songs were hit, but what can be done.”
This latest comment adds another layer to the complex history between the singer and the actor, hinting that the contributions behind the screen sometimes feel overshadowed by the star power on screen. Abhijeet, a recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including Filmfare Awards, remains a significant figure in Bollywood music history with over 1000 songs to his credit.
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The Voice Behind the Superstar
During the vibrant Bollywood era of the 1990s and early 2000s, Abhijeet Bhattacharya reigned as a prominent playback singer. His voice became inextricably linked with Shah Rukh Khan`s on-screen persona, powering numerous chartbusters.Iconic tracks like ‘Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Mein’, ‘Wada Raha Sanam’, ‘Baadshah O Baadshah’, ‘Woh Ladki Jo Saab Se’, and ‘Tauba Tumhare Ye Ishaare’ all featured Abhijeet`s vocals, shaping the musical landscape of SRK`s films. The connection was so strong that many fans felt Abhijeet was Shah Rukh`s singing voice. But behind the successful collaboration, discordant notes were seemingly developing.
When asked about the reported awkwardness with Shah Rukh Khan in a recent ANI interview, Abhijeet responded with sharp sarcasm. His words suggested a feeling of being sidelined, despite his significant contribution to the actor`s musical hits.
He stated, “We`re like twins; I mean, it seems that way with the voice. Now I realise that all these songs aren’t mine. Shah Rukh sang this song, Shah Rukh wrote this song, Shah Rukh composed the music, Shah Rukh made the film, Shah Rukh is the cinematographer. Everything is Shah Rukh. What can I do? People tell me it’s Shah Rukh’s song, and then I realise, oh, right, it’s not mine. Sab kuch woh hi hai toh bhai main kya karun (He is everything, so what am I)?”
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Downplaying a Hit Film`s Success
Abhijeet also reflected on the 2003 film ‘Chalte Chalte’, starring Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji, for which he sang the extremely popular song ‘Tauba Tumhare Ye Ishaare’. While the film`s soundtrack was widely loved, Abhijeet offered a less enthusiastic view of the movie itself.He remarked, “Chalte Chalte film average hi thi, gaane hit the, sirf gaane hi hit the, par ab kya kar sakte hain,” which translates to, “Chalte Chalte was an average film, only the songs were hit, but what can be done.”
This latest comment adds another layer to the complex history between the singer and the actor, hinting that the contributions behind the screen sometimes feel overshadowed by the star power on screen. Abhijeet, a recipient of multiple prestigious awards, including Filmfare Awards, remains a significant figure in Bollywood music history with over 1000 songs to his credit.
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