Got a lot of royalty from Diljit’s ‘Choli Ke Peeche’: Ila Arun
It’s not every day that a singer gets to revisit a classic song and receive a substantial amount of royalty for it. But that’s exactly what happened to Ila Arun, the talented singer who lent her voice to the iconic track “Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai” from the 1993 film “Khal Nayak”. The song, which was originally sung by Ila Arun, has recently been recreated by Punjabi singer Diljit Dosanjh for the 2024 film “Crew”, starring Kareena Kapoor.
In an exclusive interview with Hindustan Times, Ila Arun revealed that she received a significant amount of royalty from Diljit’s version of the song, which has left her thrilled. “I got so much royalty from Diljit’s version that I’m hoping he picks up more of my songs,” she exclaimed.
Ila Arun’s association with the song “Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai” dates back to the 1990s when she was a relatively new singer in the industry. She was approached by the director of “Khal Nayak”, Subhash Ghai, to sing the song, which was composed by Anu Malik. The song became a massive hit, and Ila Arun’s powerful vocals left a lasting impression on the audience.
Fast forward to 2024, when Diljit Dosanjh decided to recreate the song for his film “Crew”. Ila Arun was surprised to receive a call from the singer, asking for her permission to use her song. “I couldn’t believe it when Diljit called me and asked if he could recreate ‘Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai’ for his film,” she recalled. “I was thrilled and honored that he wanted to use my song.”
The recreated version of the song, which features Diljit singing alongside Kareena Kapoor, has been a huge success. The song has topped the charts, and fans are loving the new spin on the classic track. Ila Arun is thrilled to see how well the song has been received, and she’s grateful to Diljit for giving her song a new lease of life.
“I’m so happy that Diljit chose to recreate ‘Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai’ for his film,” Ila Arun said. “The song has been reimagined in a new way, and it’s fantastic to see how well it’s been received. I’m grateful to Diljit for giving my song a new life and for introducing it to a new generation of music lovers.”
Ila Arun’s association with “Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai” is not limited to just the song. She has also performed the track at multiple concerts, much to the delight of the audience. The singer has been touring extensively, performing at various events and festivals, and she’s thrilled to see how well the song has been received by fans.
“I’ve been performing ‘Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai’ at my concerts, and the response has been fantastic,” Ila Arun said. “The audience loves the song, and it’s always a crowd-pleaser. I’m grateful to have had the opportunity to perform it on stage and to have shared it with so many people.”
As Ila Arun looks back on her journey with “Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai”, she’s grateful for the opportunities that the song has given her. She’s thrilled to see how well it has been received, and she’s grateful to Diljit for giving her song a new lease of life.
“I’m grateful for the opportunities that ‘Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai’ has given me,” Ila Arun said. “The song has been a part of my life for over two decades, and it’s amazing to see how well it has continued to do. I’m grateful to Diljit for recreating the song and for introducing it to a new generation of music lovers. I hope he picks up more of my songs and gives them a new life.”
In conclusion, Ila Arun’s association with “Choli Ke Peeche Kya Hai” is a testament to the power of music and the impact it can have on our lives. The singer’s journey with the song has been a long and winding one, but it’s clear that she’s grateful for the opportunities that it has given her. As she looks to the future, Ila Arun is excited to see what new projects she’ll be working on and what new music she’ll be creating.
