Did you know Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan once told lyricist Sameer Anjaan he gives all hit songs to Rishi Kapoor? ‘Ye superstar jo bane hai…’

Bollywood heavyweights Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan have achieved worldwide acclaim, keeping viewers spellbound not just in India but globally. However, it’s intriguing to hear from lyricist Sameer Anjaan that the two stars playfully blamed him for giving all the catchy tunes to Rishi Kapoor. Looking back on their careers, he also mentioned that dedication and sacrifice have been instrumental in building their fame.

During a chat with Lallantop, the well-known lyricist Sameer Anjaan reminisced about his early days in the industry alongside actor Sikandar. He remembered Shah Rukh Khan attending numerous music sessions for the film “Deewana” and both actors would jokingly complain that he was always giving hit songs to Rishi Kapoor, saying things like “Sir, you give all the successful tracks to Rishi bhaiya (Rishi Kapoor). Give us at least one smash hit song.” This prompted him to write memorable tunes such as “Koi Na Koi Chahiye” and “Aisi Deewangi” for Shah Rukh.

It’s not just their rise to fame, but there’s a piece of our effort and emotion that goes with it as well.

A significant number of his hit songs have been made famous by Salman Khan and Shah Rukh Khan, and throughout the years, he has cultivated a close and amiable relationship with these two entertainers.

Sameer mentioned that his strong bond with Salman Khan originates from his friendship with Salim Khan, a well-known writer and Salman’s father. He reminisced about frequent visits to their home, spending quality time with the family, which felt like an extension of his own. Regardless of his celebrity status, Salman maintained a down-to-earth demeanor during their encounters. Furthermore, he mentioned that “Salman’s most recent movie, Sikandar, has been receiving quite a bit of attention.” Sameer underscored the fact that he never experienced any complications with them.

On the professional side, Salman Khan is preparing for the release of his much-anticipated film “Sikandar” alongside Rashmika Mandanna. The trailer that was recently revealed has been receiving positive feedback from everyone. Apart from them, Kajal Aggarwal, Sathyaraj, Sharman Joshi, and Anjini Dhawan also play important roles in the film. This movie is scheduled to premiere in theaters on March 30, 2025, and it’s already creating a lot of excitement among viewers.

Meanwhile, Shah Rukh Khan is preparing for his upcoming action-thriller titled “King,” helmed by Siddharth Anand. Notably, his daughter Suhana Khan plays a pivotal role in the movie as Shah Rukh’s protege, which makes it a significant milestone. To heighten the anticipation, Abhishek Bachchan assumes a villainous character in this highly anticipated project.

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2025-03-24 14:15