MUMBAI: Imran Khan looks at new song as a special number for the senior actor, whom he’s always been fond of. Back in the ’80s, Juhi Chawla had met a very special fan Imran Khan. And till today, not many know that the actor has been a big fan of Juhi since her Qayamat Se Qayamat Tak (1988) days.
In fact, Imran’s mamu, Aamir Khan had introduced Juhi to his nephew when he was a child.
Several years later, Imran has come up with a special tribute for Juhi. With a new song, Aunty ji… from Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, Imran is believed to made a dedication to all the Aunties he has met over the years. In fact, the actor has revealed to his close circle that it’s in a way his special dedication to his favourite aunt, Juhi Chawla.
“Imran’s chocolate boy looks are hit amongst women. And since he has always received a lot of attention and affection from aunties, who refer to him as the good boy, Imran wants to dedicate the song to them. But most importantly, it’s for Juhi Chawla, because he has grown up watching her movies. And due to Aamir, both Imran and Juhi have always been very close. So, it’s Imran’s turn to show her affection and respect,” says an insider.
When contacted, Imran says with a laugh “Since my childhood, I have been a Juhi Chawla fan, and will always be one. And this song is our New Year’s gift to all the aunties. Everyone should live life to fullest and have a blast. And that’s what this song entails.”
The Imran and Kareena Kapoor-starrer, produced by Karan Johar, releases around Valentine’s Day next year. For the first time, Imran is pairing with Kareena, who worked with his mamu Aamir in 3 Idiots (2009) and will be seen with him again in the forthcoming Talaash, which will release by mid-next year.