Shreya Ghoshal's Childhood Secret: Sneaking Away to Watch SRK's Fauji, Says Her Guru
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Mumbai, March 16 (NationPress) Renowned vocalist Shreya Ghoshal was taken aback when her mentor Mahesh Chandra Sharma, who appeared on the singing competition show Indian Idol, shared a delightful anecdote from her childhood.
While discussing Shreya, Guruji emphasized her playful nature.
He disclosed that during her formative years, she would often sneak away during music lessons to watch the shows Fauji and Ramayan that his family enjoyed in the living area.
Reflecting on those times, he remarked, “Children do tend to be a bit mischievous. When she came to learn from me, our classes would last about two to two-and-a-half hours. In between, when I would step downstairs for a drink, my family would be watching shows like Fauji, Ramayan, or Mahabharat, and she would stay for a bit to watch. Then my wife would remind me, ‘Guru ji, she is waiting upstairs…’ But she was very dedicated when it came to music.”
The episode reached an emotional peak when host Aditya Narayan read a touching letter written by Shreya to her Guruji during her childhood, which deeply moved everyone present.
Regarding the iconic SRK series Fauji, it holds a significant place in Indian television history as it marked the debut of Shah Rukh Khan.
The series, which premiered in 1989, depicted the experiences of young army cadets during their training and quickly garnered a loyal audience.
Shah Rukh’s performance as Abhimanyu Rai was particularly noteworthy, serving as a crucial stepping stone into Bollywood stardom.