Asha Bhonsle wants to slap Himesh
The nasal singer said R D Burman also sang through his nose; Bhonsle is not amused at the comparison
Who nose? Himesh Reshammiya
A statement made in Surat by the ever-controversial Himesh Reshammiya has incensed singing diva Asha Bhonsle beyond repair, provoking her to express violent thoughts on Himesh.
Apparently, the offensive remark had Himesh accusing R D Burman of singing nasally. Bhonsle, not one to take such remarks lying down, responded, "If anyone says Burmansaab sang through his nose he should be slapped."
After making such provoking statements, Himesh seems baffled by the turn of events. "I don't know what has hit me. It was never my intention to insult Panchamda (RD). How can I, when I've grown up learning music compositions by Laxmikant-Pyarelal and RD?"
So what really transpired? "During an event I was asked about my 36 hits in two years, and how I tackled charges of singing through my nose. To this I responded by saying Mukeshsaab, R D Burmansaab and Nusrat Fateh Ali Khansaab were never accused of singing nasally. I only wanted to prove a point. Now I realise I made a mistake. I should've never brought in the names of these greats in my argument. Choti mooh aur badi baat, I guess. It was a mistake."
About the diva's drastic response Himesh has just one thing to say. "I respect and admire Lataji and Ashaji . To me they're the pillars of the music industry. My upbringing and sanskar don't permit me to offend people who are far more distinguished and senior than I can ever be." One tight slap: Asha Bhonsle
Himesh is now petrified of making media statements. "One never knows what one's words would be misconstrued into. I'm not here to create controversies. I just want to do my work. Now that I'm making my debut as an actor my responsibilities to myself and to my fans have multiplied. If I slip up, destiny will slap me."
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