Shah Rukh Does Everything, Who Am I? Singer Abhijeet Takes a Dig at SRK

Singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, once hailed as the voice behind Shah Rukh Khan’s biggest hits, has reignited speculation about a strained relationship with the Bollywood superstar. In a recent interview with ANI, the veteran playback singer made a series of sharp remarks, taking a salty dig at Khan’s towering presence in the film industry.

Asked about his reportedly “awkward” relationship with Shah Rukh, Abhijeet quipped, “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)?”

Abhijeet lent his voice to numerous hit songs picturised on Shah Rukh Khan, including “Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Main”, “Baadshah O Baadshah”, and “Tauba Tumhare Ye Ishaare” from Chalte Chalte (2003). Reflecting on the film’s performance, he said, “Chalte Chalte film average hi thi, gaane hit the, sirf gaane hi hit the, par ab kya kar sakte hain* (The film was average, only the songs were hits, but what can be done)?”

Abhijeet, who has sung over 1000 songs across Bollywood and regional cinema, is known for his melodious voice and has won accolades including Filmfare and Zee Cine Awards. However, his comments suggest lingering bitterness over being overshadowed by the on-screen charisma of the stars he once gave voice to.