“I’m a Big Fan of Shah Rukh”: Akon
Famous R and B singer Akon, who is in Mumbai to record songs for Shah Rukh Khan’s upcoming film “Ra.One”, says he is a big fan of the Bollywood’s superstar.
According to the latest Bollywood news, Akon said, “I am a big fan of Shah Rukh. I am very familiar with Shah Rukh’s work. I am meeting Kareena (Kapoor) for the first time today,”
Talking to the reporters in an event, Akon said, “I am also composing (along with singing in “Ra.one”). You know, I will give him (Shah Rukh) a couple of versions of the song, the way I do it. And I will also integrate it with the traditional way the Bollywood films are done. I will give them options and they will decide, which one to use in the film.”
Produced by Shah Rukh’s own production house, “Red Chilies Entertainment”, “Ra.One” will feature Shah Rukh as a superhero.
When reporters asked the singer that if he is willing to do more work with Indian music directors, Akon said, “You will see me doing more things in India soon.”
Talking about African and Indian tradition and entertainment culture the singer said, “You know the tradition in Africa is not different from India. There is same type of entertainment going on, the difference is only in language. I always wanted to expand my horizon, explore and enjoy.”
Akon who will soon go on a world tour is looking forward to his performances in India. He said, “The world tour is coming soon and India is one of my biggest market so I will do number of shows here.”
The singer is also fond of Indian actress Kareena Kapoor. He dedicated two lines from his song “Beautiful” to Kareena, who was present at the event. She is playing the female lead role in “Ra.One”.
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