Renowned playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, best known for his contributions to Bollywood’s golden era, has stirred up a controversy with his recent comments about superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The singer, who lent his voice to numerous hit songs featured in Shah Rukh Khan’s movies, has expressed his dissatisfaction with not receiving adequate recognition.
Dua Lipa’s Mumbai Concert Sparks Controversy
The controversy began during international pop star Dua Lipa’s recent concert in Mumbai. She enthralled the audience by performing a mashup of her hit song Levitating with Woh Ladki Jo, a track sung by Abhijeet for Shah Rukh Khan’s film Badshah. While the performance garnered widespread attention, it reignited discussions around crediting artists, as Woh Ladki Jo was widely referred to as “a Shah Rukh Khan song.” Amitabh Bachchan slams a troll targeting Abhishek Bachchan, read what happened
Abhijeet expressed his displeasure, stating that his contribution as a playback singer was overlooked, and only Shah Rukh Khan received credit for the song’s success.
Abhijeet Opens Up About His Fallout with Shah Rukh Khan
In an interview with ANI, Abhijeet shed light on his strained relationship with Shah Rukh Khan. The singer revealed that he felt undervalued during his collaborations with the actor, leading him to stop singing for the superstar.
“I wasn’t singing for Shah Rukh Khan, I was singing for my work. But when I saw that everyone on set, even the tea vendor, was being acknowledged except the singer, I decided, ‘Why should I be your voice?’”
Abhijeet clarified that his fallout with Shah Rukh Khan was not personal. However, he commented on the superstar’s unparalleled fame, saying:
“Shah Rukh Khan is now such a huge star that he’s no longer just a human being. Even he probably doesn’t realize the kind of stardom he has achieved.”
‘No Need for Apologies’: Abhijeet on Reconciliation
When asked about the possibility of reconciliation, Abhijeet dismissed the idea of apologies, attributing their differences to mutual egos. He said:
“Both of us have egos. Our birthdays are just a day apart; we are both Scorpios. But I’m the bigger Scorpio. I don’t need him or his support.”
Kumar Sanu Weighs In
Amid the ongoing controversy, fellow playback singer Kumar Sanu shared his perspective on the role of Bollywood stars in making songs iconic. He praised Shah Rukh Khan and Salman Khan for elevating the impact of his songs through their on-screen performances. Citing the example of Karan Arjun, Sanu remarked that the actors’ charisma significantly contributed to the success of the film’s music. Aishwarya Rai dispels divorce rumours with Abhishek Bachchan; attends party with him, clicks selfies
Conclusion
Abhijeet Bhattacharya’s candid remarks have reignited the age-old debate about the recognition of playback singers in Bollywood. While his fallout with Shah Rukh Khan remains unresolved, his comments shed light on the complex dynamics between singers and actors in the industry. Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan’s larger-than-life stardom continues to dominate conversations, even in controversies.