Bade Gulam Ali Khan in filmy song!
Bade Gulam Ali Khan ,known as the Samrat of the Indian Classical Music World,never lent his voice in filmy songs. It was Naushad the music director of the renowned film"Mughal-E-Azam"who first requested him to sing a Classical song for a romantic scene between Dilip Kumar and Madhubala.Ustadji naturally declined. Naushad was bent upon getting it done by Khan Shaheb only. He finally told K Asif, the director, about his wish.Next- they went together and repeatedly requested Ustadji to do the job. Just to get rid of them Gulam Ali Khan asked for a fantastic price of Rs20, 000/-.During those days (1960) renowned and much sorted Artists were payed Rs5000/-.K Asif was not daunted since he too was convinced about Khan Shaheb's ability. Hence the deal was finalized and Bade Gulam Ali lent his voice. (Courtesy- Naushad's interview) Song:Prem Jogan Ban Ke. . .