Aamir Khan turns nostalgic, sings 'Papa Kehte Hain' from his 1988 movie 'QSQT'
Mumbai, May 15
Aamir Khan recently took fans on a nostalgic trip as he was seen singing his iconic song 'Papa Kehte Hain Bada Naam Karega' from his superhit movie Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak during filmmaker and social activist Ashoke Pandit's birthday celebrations.
Ashoke Pandit shared a video from his grand birthday bash on his social media account, where Aamir was seen holding a mic and singing the evergreen track in front of all the guests.
The superstar spotted a casual checked shirt paired with black-framed glasses and looked smart .
Sharing the video, Ashoke captioned it as, "As everyone sang that night, it felt as though life itself paused for a moment.... And in that moment, surrounded by their voices, smiles, and presence, the night stopped feeling like a celebration of a birthday... and started feeling like a celebration of belonging. From the bottom of my heart I thank every being present there who shared a part of themselves to bring joy and make my day special."
Talking about Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak, the movie released on April 29, 1988,and marked the lead debut of Aamir Khan and Juhi Chawla.
Directed by Mansoor Khan and produced by Nasir Hussain, the romantic drama revolved around two lovers from rival families.
The movie's songs including 'Papa Kehte Hain,' 'Gazab Ka Hai Din,' and 'Akele Hain To Kya Gham Hai' became blockbuster hits, and the film turned both Aamir and Juhi into overnight stars.
On the work front, Aamir was last seen Sitaare Zameen Par, which also starred Genelia D'Souza.
The actor is all geared up for his upcoming movie 3 Idiots 2. The movie is a sequel to his 2009 superhit movie 3 Idiots. The sequel shall be retaining R. Madhavan and Sharman Joshi from the first installment.
According to reports, the movie will see a big leap.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Nostalgia overload! 😭 QSQT is my mom's favourite movie and we watch it every year on her birthday. Aamir sir still has that same innocent charm from 1988. But honestly, I hope 3 Idiots 2 doesn't ruin the original's legacy. Sequels are tricky, especially for such an iconic film.
Aamir Khan is one of the few actors who actually seems real. He's never been about flashy lifestyle, just pure talent. Seeing him sing his debut song after 35+ years... That's class. But yaar, I'm skeptical about 3 Idiots 2. Some things are best left untouched.
Every Indian millennial's childhood anthem! 🎤 Aamir sir singing this at a party—what I wouldn't give to be there! But I have mixed feelings about the sequel. Original 3 Idiots was perfect. Hope they don't milk the nostalgia for commercial gain. Still, excited for Madhavan and Joshi back!
Man, this song is like a time machine. I remember singing 'Papa Kehte Hain' in school competitions. Aamir sir's casual look shows he's not trying to be young forever. Good on him. But 3 Idiots 2? I'd rather they made something original. Bollywood needs fresh stories, not endless sequels.
3 Idiots 2 with a 'big leap'? That could be interesting if done right—maybe showing
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