In an interview with The Pinkvilla, celebrated Indian singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya discussed his career, relationships with Bollywood stars, and conditions for singing for Salman Khan. When asked if he would sing for the actor, Bhattacharya responded positively but with a caveat. “Kyun nahi gaenge? (Why won’t I sing for him?)” he said, followed by, “Provided vo kisi Pakistani ko bula k dub na kar de. (Provided he doesn’t invite a Pakistani artist and dub the song.)”
Abhijeet Bhattacharya says he will only sing for Salman Khan with one condition: “Vo kisi Pakistani ko bula…”
The anecdote behind Judwaa
Abhijeet shared an interesting anecdote about his experience with the film Judwaa. The singer recorded the song ‘Tan Tana Tan Tan Tara’ under the impression that he was singing for Govinda, as he was unaware Salman Khan was the lead. “David Dhawan hasn’t worked with any other actor apart from Govinda ever since he became a successful filmmaker. Moreover, no one ever told me who was leading the movie,” he explained. This led to some confusion during the recording process, where even the recordist questioned his singing style: “Aap kyun Govinda bane hue ho?”
The unseen face in Judwaa
Reflecting on the recording of ‘Tan Tana Tan Tan Tara,’ Bhattacharya revealed that the song’s focus was more on the dance and choreography rather than showcasing Salman’s expressions and acting. He noted, “Mujhe pata hi nahi tha Salman hai picture mein. Is song pe lekin pata nahi pada kyun ki face ki jagah pura dance pe aur choreography pe le gaye. Jis tarah se gaaya gaya wo expressions aur acting nahi dikhaye gaye (I didn’t know that Salman was in the movie. But no one knew in this song because it was focussed on the dance rather than on his face. The way it was sung, the expressions and acting weren’t shown).”
The legacy of Judwaa
Judwaa, released in 1997, became a box-office success and is remembered for its entertaining storyline and memorable music. The film starred Salman Khan alongside Karishma Kapoor, Rambha, and notable supporting actors like Kader Khan and Anupam Kher. Bhattacharya’s contribution to the film’s music remains significant, even if he was unaware of the lead actor during the recording process.
Bhattacharya’s thoughts on the music industry
Abhijeet Bhattacharya has had a distinguished career, lending his voice to many iconic Bollywood songs. His insights into the industry reflect his deep understanding and experience. Despite the controversies, he continues to be a respected figure in Indian music, balancing his artistic integrity with candid opinions. His condition for singing for Salman Khan underscores his stance on the involvement of Pakistani artists in Bollywood projects, a topic that remains sensitive and debated.
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