Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, once celebrated as the voice behind Bollywood star Shah Rukh Khan, has disclosed details about their tense relationship. In a recent interview, Abhijeet reflected on what he described as an ‘awkward’ connection with the superstar, revealing their ongoing discord.
Known for collaborating on iconic songs such as “Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Mein,” “Wada Raha Sanam,” and “Tauba Tumhare Ye Ishaare,” Abhijeet and Shah Rukh Khan’s partnership produced hits that resonated with audiences. Despite this, their personal relationship seems more complex than their professional successes suggest.
In a candid discussion with ANI, Abhijeet addressed the complexities of their relationship, saying, “We’re like twins, I mean, it seems that way with the voice. Now I realize 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 realize, oh, right, it’s not mine. Sab kuch woh hi hai toh bhai main kya karun (He is everything, so what am I)?” This heartfelt admission sheds light on the underlying emotions between the two artists.
Reflecting further, Abhijeet discussed his work on songs for the film “Chalte Chalte,” particularly how his voice aligned with Khan’s on-screen expressions. He commented, “Chalte Chalte film average hi thi, gaane hit the, sirf gaane hi hit the, par ab kya kar sakte hain. (Chalte Chalte was an average film, only the songs were hit, but what can be done).” These reflections highlight the synergy and eventual divergence in their creative journey.
Despite past tensions, Abhijeet remains a celebrated playback singer with over a thousand songs in his repertoire across Bollywood and regional languages, earning him awards like the Filmfare and Zee Cine Awards. His ongoing contribution to music continues to captivate audiences, even as his relationship with Shah Rukh Khan finds itself in the limelight once more.
