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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Legend meets legend: Asha Bhosle treats Anup Jalota to homemade kebabs and heartfelt blessings'
One of the most celebrated singers of our time, Asha Bhosle , treated Anup Jalota with some delicious homemade kebabs as he visited her at her residence. Jalota used social media to treat the InstaFam with some glimpses of the meet. The photo dropped by him showed Jalota touching Asha Tai's feet, while she showered him with blessings. Posting the pic, Jalota wrote, "Recently at Asha ji's house, she blessed me with so much love. And to make the evening even more special - she cooked delicious kebabs herself. Moments like these are nothing but blessings." The netizens reacted to the post with lovely comments such as, "Beautiful to See Legends in One Frame", "Sir, u are blessed to seek blessing from iconic Asha ji", "Heartly salute both of you", and "App koto asha tai ka pair chuneka mouka bar bar milta rahta hai sir ji mujhe vhi unka pair chuneka bahat man karta hain nice pic (You have had plenty of chances to touch Asha Tai's feet, I also feel like taking her blessings)." Back in April, popular television actor Sudhanshu Pandey revealed why legends like Asha Ji will never retire. He dropped a couple of pictures with the legendary singer on his IG. The images featured her gracefully sitting on the couch, while Sudhanshu sat on the floor beside her, with his hand lovingly placed on Asha Ji's hand. Referring to Asha Ji as his 'Aayi.' Sudhanshu penned, "Legends Are Never Tired and Never Retired! Pyaar Se Hum Inhe Aayi Kehte Hain Lekin Ye Sabki Maayi Hain... Last of the this space for more ... #comingsoon #abob #abandofboys #ashabhosle #music #song." Over the years, Asha Ji has lent her melodious yet powerful voice to some memorable hits such as "Chura Liya Hai Tumne Jo Dil Ko", "Kehdoon Tumhen", Jaane Jaan Dhoondata", and "Zara Sa Jhoom Loon Main", to name just a few.
Time of India
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Anup Jalota reveals he was shocked when Salman Khan welcomed Jasleen Matharu as his ‘romantic' partner on Bigg Boss 12: 'I never spoke to her after the show'
Singer and musician Anup Jalota recently revisited the media frenzy that surrounded his appearance on 'Bigg Boss 12' alongside actress and singer Jasleen Matharu . The duo sparked widespread speculation after they entered the show as an apparent romantic couple, and their notable age difference also stirred discussions online. The singer has now revealed how Jasleen's father convinced him to participate in the show. He was shocked when she introduced him as her love interest during the programme. Anup Jalota was initially hesitant to appear on the show with Jasleen Matharu In an interview with The Lallantop, Jalota opened up about how it all began and how he managed the unexpected storm that followed. He firmly reiterated that their association was never romantic but rather a musical mentorship. He shared that she used to sing well and attended his music classes around five or six times. During that time, she told him that she had been selected for Bigg Boss, and Anup wished her all the best. Anup was shocked when Salman welcomed her as Jasleen's partner 'Aaj jane ki jidd na karo' by Anup Jalota Jalota disclosed that he initially declined Jasleen's proposal to join the reality show with her, but her father played a key role in changing his mind. 'However, there was a condition that you could only enter the show as a 'weird pair' that season. I suggested she take Sukhwinder ji, but she told me he had declined. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like No annual fees for life UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Even I said no—I didn't have time, as there were so many concerts. Her father came and convinced me. I said yes, but only on one condition—that we would go as guru and shishya (mentor and student)—and she agreed,' he explained. Things took a shocking turn when the show's narrative adopted a romantic angle, one that even Jalota had not anticipated. He recalled the surprising moment on stage with host Salman Khan. When he entered, Salman welcomed Jasleen as his partner. He told Salman that she was his student, but Jasleen told the Tiger 3 actor that she had been in a relationship with him for three years. Jalota was stunned and wondered whether they did not even know such a basic fact. The singer suspected it might have been orchestrated for dramatic effect. 'I was shocked, but I thought this might be part of the game. Kisi ne toh use yeh padhaaya hoga bolne ke liye. When we were going inside, I asked her about it. Main samajh gaya tha isse kuch game banta hai, ya toh Bigg Boss waalon ne bola hoga, usse ek afwaah uthti hai. I never confronted her. Main samajh gaya tha ki peeche koi khel hua hai, shayad uska use koi faayda hi hoga, and she benefitted,' he added. He learned about the media uproar surrounding his association with Jasleen after his exit from the show. Upon discovering the controversy through a friend, he decided to clear the air by holding a press conference with Jasleen's father, confident that dispelling baseless rumours would be easy since there was no truth to them. Anup did not speak to Jasleen after the show 'We told them that both of us had decided we would perform the kanyadaan at Jasleen's wedding. Ab sawaal konsa rahega poochhne waala? The matter ended there. The doubts disappeared because no one ever saw us together at any parties, watching films, performing on stage, or going on holiday. Everything slowly faded away. Even today, after Bigg Boss, I have never spoken to her. I only speak to her father occasionally,' he concluded.
News18
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Anup Jalota Alleges Bigg Boss 12 Scripted Romance With Jasleen Matharu: 'We Barely Knew Each Other'
Anup Jalota opens up about the Bigg Boss 12 controversy, claiming he was misrepresented as romantically involved with Jasleen Matharu. When veteran singer Anup Jalota entered the Bigg Boss 12 house with Jasleen Matharu in 2018, viewers were left stunned. The duo presented themselves as a romantic couple despite their considerable age gap, causing a stir across social media and television circuits. However, Jalota now reveals that the portrayal was far from the truth and claims he was blindsided by the narrative. In a candid conversation with The Lallantop, Jalota revisited the chaos that followed their infamous reality show entry. 'If you listen to her singing, she's very talented," he said, recalling how Jasleen had initially come to him for singing lessons — only five or six times. 'She once told me she received an offer to participate in Bigg Boss, and I told her it was a great opportunity. She used to dance in groups and sing at the time." Jalota disclosed that he had initially declined to be part of the reality show, but it was Jasleen's father who eventually convinced him. 'There was a condition that you could only enter as a unique pair. I told her to take Sukhwinder ji, but she said he had declined. Even I refused at first — I had too many concerts. Her father came and convinced me. I finally agreed on one condition: we'd go as guru and shishya (teacher and student). She agreed." But when the pair entered the Bigg Boss stage, Jalota was caught completely off-guard. 'I met Salman Khan and introduced her as my student. She sang beautifully. But when Salman asked her if she was my shishya, she suddenly said we had been in a relationship for three years. I thought, 'Yeh kya hogaya? Yeh toh nahi hua tha.' We didn't even know each other that well." Jalota believes the move may have been orchestrated by the makers of the show. 'I was shocked, but I figured this might be part of the game. Someone must have told her to say that — maybe even the Bigg Boss team. I never confronted her. I understood that some game was being played behind the scenes, and maybe she stood to gain from it — and she did," he said. After exiting the house, Jalota wasted no time in addressing the whirlwind of speculation. 'When I came out after one and a half months, there was a storm outside. We were unaware of everything inside. A friend told me what was going on, and I told him not to worry — we'll clear it all up. When the truth is on your side, it's easy to put an end to rumours." He added, 'I called a press conference at my home with Jasleen's father. We both sat down and told the media that we would be doing her kanyadaan (a ritual where the father gives away the bride) at her wedding. After that, there was no question left to ask." Jalota emphasized that after Bigg Boss, he had no further contact with Jasleen. 'No one saw us at parties, watching films, going on vacations, or even performing on stage together. Everything slowly faded away. Even today, I haven't spoken to her since Bigg Boss. I only talk to her father sometimes." The episode remains one of Bigg Boss' most memorable twists — but for Anup Jalota, it was simply a misunderstanding that spiraled out of control. Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Kishore Kumar initially refused to sing my composition, reveals Anup Jalota: ‘He said tum kuchh classical bana doge'
The late legendary actor-singer Kishore Kumar and 'bhajan samrat' Anup Jalota belong to different schools of music. While the former is as mainstream as it gets, the latter is more steeped in classical music and devotional songs. However, they've worked together in a couple of films. In fact, Jalota was known as 'junior Kishore' in college. 'During my college days in Lucknow, I used to sing film songs. My voice sounded a little similar to Kishore da's. It still does today. When I sing Kishore da's songs today, people find that tone and find it very comforting to listen to,' said Jalota. The 71-year-old singer studied music at Bhatkhande Music Institute in Lucknow. In the interview with The Lallantop, Anup Jalota recalled telling Kishoare Kumar that he was known as 'junior Kishore' in college, when he visited the singer at his home in Mumbai. Jalota had approached Kumar then to sing in two Hindi films that he was composing for — Ram Govind's Patton Ki Baazi (1986) and Tohfa Mohabbat Ka (1988), starring Govinda. 'When I reached his place, Kishore da said, 'I won't sing your songs.' I asked why. He said, 'Tum kuchh classical-vassical bana doge (You'll make something classical).' I've heard you're trained in classical music.' I said, 'No, I've made a song as per your style.' When I made him listen to it, it felt like Kishore has only sung it. So then he said, 'This is my song. I'll only sing it.' And then he did, wholeheartedly,' recalled Jalota. Anup Jalota also hailed Kishore Kumar as a 'great actor,' which also reflected in his singing. 'He was a master at both serious acting and comedy. That mood also reflected in his singing. He was always in a fun mood. He loved comedy. He used to pull the leg of the director or the producer, whoever would come to the recording,' said Jalota. Jalota recalled recording a song composed by Hridaynath Mangeshkar, in which he was singing alongside Kumar, Suresh Wadkar, Hariharan, and Ravindra Sathe. 'Kishore ji whispered into my ears, 'You guys will sing this one very well. What would I do here? Don't tell anyone, I'm leaving.' He sneaked out quietly. When Hridaynath ji asked Kishore ji to start singing, I told him he left. He was like that. He knew he'd explain it later that the other four sing better than him,' said Jalota. Also Read — Kishore Kumar asked wife Ruma Devi to quit singing and stay at home, reveals son: 'She was singing with Lata Mangeshkar…' Kishore Kumar passed away in 1987, soon after his collaborations with Anup Jalota. His memorable songs include 'Mere Mehboob Qayamat Hogi' (Mr. X in Bombay, 1964), 'O Mere Dil Ke Chain' (Mere Jeevan Saathi, 1972), 'Dil Kya Kare' (Julie, 1975), 'Apni To Jaise Tase' (Muqaddar Ka Sikandar, 1978), 'Tere Jaisa Yaar Kahan' (Dostana, 1980), 'Neele Neele Ambar Par' (Kalakaar, 1983), 'Saagar Jaisi Aankhonwali' (Saagar, 1985), and 'Zindagi Ki Yahi Reet Hai' (Mr. India, 1987).
