Alisha Chinai Reveals How Yash Raj Underpaid Her for Kajra Re
Small Beginnings
The story of a song is often heard, but the silence of emotions and decisions behind it is rarely seen.
In a recent interview, Alisha Chinai revealed a true story about that silence—how, despite a hit song, she didn’t receive her fair share.
What Displeased Alisha
Alisha revealed that when she sang for the Bollywood superhit song “Kajra Re,” Yash Raj Films offered her only ₹15,000.
At the time, she was already a well-known and established name thanks to “Made in India.” She was shocked and deeply hurt by this low payment.
Why She Returned the Check
In the interview, she said that when she received the check, she didn’t accept it.
When the check was returned, the matter ended there.
Alisha clearly stated that she was young at the time, spoke the truth, and expressed what she felt—and some people didn’t like this.
How Big Was the Song’s Team
Kajra Re was composed by Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, and the song also featured Shankar Mahadevan and Javed Ali.
The presence of Amitabh Bachchan, Abhishek Bachchan, and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan further enhanced its brilliance.
Such a large team, so much glamour, and yet the singer received a meager salary—this was the root of the dissatisfaction.
Alisha’s Perspective
Alisha said she felt sad because she felt singers were undervalued.
She wanted artists to be respected and paid commensurate with their talent and importance.
Big Questions in the Music Industry
This incident isn’t just a personal complaint; it raises questions about the industry’s standards that determine the value of singers and artists.
Often, these small, unresolved questions are overshadowed by the glamour of big films.
The Bottom Line
Alisha Chinai’s statement is a heartfelt objection—even when you’ve made a name for yourself, not getting the right price is immediately hurtful.
A superhit song like Kajra Re, yet the singer receives a small fee, raises concerns about how respect for art is determined.
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