Renowned playback singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, known for delivering chart-topping hits for Shah Rukh Khan, has sparked fresh controversy with his candid remarks about the Bollywood superstar and Salman Khan. Abhijeet, no stranger to stirring the pot, revealed details about his strained relationship with SRK and made stunning claims about how the actor is perceived by some in the film industry.
Abhijeet Bhattacharya Shocking Claims About Shah Rukh Khan
During a recent appearance on Subhankar Mishra’s podcast, Abhijeet opened up about his association with Shah Rukh Khan. While reflecting on his career, the singer shared that he faced criticism and gossip within the industry. According to him, many of SRK’s contemporaries derisively referred to the actor as “hakla” (stammerer).
Abhijeet recounted an incident at an award ceremony in Dubai, where he had been recognized for his song “Tumhe Jo Maine Dekha.” After his win, he overheard a disparaging remark. “As I was coming off the stage, one prominent star said to me, ‘Oh, so you sing for that stammerer?’ Another joined in. I was stunned. I couldn’t understand why they were so envious—after all, I was being honored for my music,” the singer revealed.
Abhijeet also discussed how his loyalty to SRK may have been a double-edged sword, stating, “I became selective in the 90s. I decided I wouldn’t lend my voice to anyone else but Shah Rukh Khan. That exclusivity stirred resentment, but it also left me disheartened over time.” This disappointment led him to distance himself from playback singing, focusing instead on live performances and concerts.
His Opinion on Salman Khan
Abhijeet didn’t hold back when speaking about Salman Khan, either. In a striking statement, he dismissed the actor, saying, “Salman isn’t someone worth talking about even now. Don’t ask me to discuss him,” reflecting his dismissive stance on the superstar.
Reflecting on Legacy and Recent Controversies
Abhijeet recently grabbed headlines again after commenting on a fan mashup of Dua Lipa’s “Levitating” and his song “Woh Ladki Jo” from Baadshah. He emphasized that playback singers deserve recognition before actors, saying, “The song belongs to the singer first. Credit should be given where it’s due.”
Despite his contentious relationship with some stars, Abhijeet’s legacy in Bollywood remains intact, with unforgettable hits like “Tumne Jo Maine Dekha” (Main Hoon Na), “Tauba Tumhare Ishare” (Chalte Chalte), and “Chaand Taare” (Yes Boss).