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India.com
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- India.com
2004 was a bad year for Lucky Ali, one decision and his career got destroyed, he decided to...
There was a time when his voice echoed in every college campus, cafe, and heart that knew love. Songs like 'Ek Pal Ka Jeena' and 'Na Tum Jaano Na Hum' made him an overnight icon in the early 2000s, but the man behind those soulful tracks, Lucky Ali, never really dreamt of singing. Here's what he wanted to become? That's where his journey began, as a child artist. But life had other plans. Destiny pulled him into music, and by 2000, he was climbing the charts, often considered even better than Sonu Nigam and Udit Narayan by fans. What happened in 2004 that changed everything? One word: fallout. According to reports, 2004 became the turning point that pushed Lucky Ali away from the mainstream. His solo album 'Kabhi Aisa Lagta Hai' was reportedly shelved by T-Series after he objected; he believed multiple lyricists deserved credit, not just one (Samir). He took a stand for fair recognition. But that stand cost him dearly. The album was pulled back, and with it, a chunk of his commercial career faded too. Did Lucky Ali ever name Bhushan Kumar? He never took names publicly. But the buzz in media circles pointed at the T-Series chief, Bhushan Kumar, as the other side of the disagreement. A personal loss that hit harder than the professional one? Yes. The same year, 2004, Lucky's father, veteran actor and comedian Mehmood, passed away. At the time, Lucky was in Pennsylvania, USA, for medical treatment. He didn't just lose a parent. He lost his anchor. After that, he stepped away, not just from Mumbai, but from the industry altogether. Where is Lucky Ali now? He's still singing, still soulful, but far away from the chaos. Today, clips of him singing 'Jaane Kya Dhoondhta Hai' often go viral. He lives in Goa, performs with his band, and seems at peace. Lucky Ali may have vanished from Bollywood's glitter, but his voice—raw, pure, and timeless, still finds its way to us.
News18
05-08-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
One Stubborn Stand In 2004 Crushed Lucky Ali's Career Just As He Touched Stardom
There was a time in Bollywood when people were captivated by Lucky Ali's voice. Songs like ' Na Tum Jaano Na Hum ' and ' Ek Pal Ka Jeena ' from Hrithik Roshan's debut film ' Kaho Na Pyar Hai,' released in 2000, made Lucky Ali famous overnight. Gradually, Lucky Ali's voice became highly appreciated, and he was even considered better than the renowned singers of that era, Sonu Nigam and Aditya Narayan. However, it may come as a surprise that Lucky Ali never intended to become a singer. From the beginning, Lucky Ali was inclined towards acting. He worked in several films as a child artist, but as he grew up, fate led him to become a famous singer rather than an actor. Lucky Ali's golden period was between 2000 and 2003, during which he was at the peak of his career. Then came the year 2004, which proved disastrous for his life and career. According to media reports, Lucky Ali had a disagreement with T-Series owner Bhushan Kumar and was adamant on a particular matter. His stubbornness ultimately led to the downfall of his career. T-Series had shut down Lucky Ali's solo album ' Kabhi Aisa Lagta Hai ' because he objected to giving credit to only one lyricist, Sameer, while many contributors had worked on it. He insisted on proper credit for everyone, and the label reportedly withdrew the album due to this disagreement. Lucky Ali, however, never directly blamed Bhushan Kumar for the dispute. In the same year, Lucky's father Mehmood passed away, leaving him heartbroken. When Mehmood passed away, Lucky was in Pennsylvania, USA, for his treatment. Following his father's death, Lucky left Mumbai and distanced himself from Bollywood. These days, his videos occasionally go viral, where he is seen singing ' Jaane Kya Dhoondta Hai Ye Mera Dil.' Even after becoming a famous singer, Lucky Ali still aspired to be an actor. He appeared in the 2002 films ' Sur ' and ' Kaante,' but after 2004, he was not very active. Currently, he is seen performing with his band in Goa.
Time of India
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
When Lucky Ali revealed 'lack of inspiration' and 'Badtameezi' in Bollywood as reasons behind him leaving industry
is one of the most talented singers in India. His soothing voice made a place in everyone's hearts. He released his first album, 'Sunoh,' in 1996, when India's indipop music was almost at its peak. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now The singer debuted as a playback singer in Bollywood with 'Naa Tum Jano Na Hum' from 's 'Kaho Naa… Pyaar Hai.' He went on to become one of the popular musicians; however, he decided to leave the Hindi film industry after lending his voice to 'Safarnama' from 'Tamasha.' Lucky Ali reveals why he decided to leave Bollywood On today's Throwback Tuesday episode, let's check out what made him take such a step. In an old interview with PollywoodBoxOffice, Lucky Ali shared that the industry is full of disrespect. He said, "Iss jagah me badtameezi bahut hai." The 'O Sanam' singer went on to add, "Bollywood has changed. The movies which are being made these days are lacking inspiration, and I think there is nothing to learn from such movies." Lucky Ali on movies The 'Ek Pal Ka Jeena' crooner further stated that he didn't like the movies that were being made then. He said that people are turning violent as they get inspired by such movies. He added, "I believe less patience and more greediness is being promoted through movies." His comeback and more about him Lucky Ali returned to Bollywood playback singing in 2024, after an almost decade-long hiatus, with 'Tu Hai Kahan' from 'Do Aur Do Pyaar.' Lucky Ali posts an apology after linking Hindu term 'Brahman' with 'Ibrahim': 'I am deeply sorry' Meanwhile, recently, he dropped a video of himself riding a cruiser bike on the mountain roads. Flaunting his rugged traveller avatar in the video, the singer added his song 'Kitni Haseen Zindagi' as the background music. He captioned the post, "Uff, what a place." The post received a lot of love from his fans.
News18
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Holiday On July 7? ‘Rider' Lucky Ali Is Here To Fix Long Weekend Plan
Looks like Lucky Ali's 'dil bhi kahi pahado mein hai'…because where else would someone like him be? The singer who gave us songs that feel like a boon on road trips on rainy days is living everyone's dream. Recently, Lucky shared a video where he is seen riding a bullet through the hills, and it is anything but ordinary. In the video, he rides like he belongs in the mountains. Dressed in a rugged, traveller look, Lucky cruises down a road with mountains in the backdrop, all covered in lush green views. The whole scene feels calm and beautiful, which is made even better by his song Kitni Haseen Zindagi playing in the background.
Time of India
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Hrithik Roshan shares extremely rare video with Lucky Ali: Fans turn emotional; ‘Kaho Naa Pyaar Hai' nostalgia takes over the internet
Hrithik Roshan shares rare video with Lucky Ali While excitement brews for his high-octane film War 2, Hrithik Roshan surprised fans with a candid blast from the past. On June 28, the superstar took to his Instagram Stories to post a vintage gem—a rare video of him singing Na Tum Jano Na Hum live on stage with the iconic Lucky Ali . The clip, originally from the 2000 Zee Cine Awards, quickly went viral, pulling fans across generations back into the unforgettable Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai era. The video features Hrithik performing a flawlessly timed shadow dance choreographed by Ganesh Hegde, followed by a soulful duet with Lucky Ali. Captioning the moment, Hrithik wrote, "The genius of @ganeshhhegde. I still remember the thrill of watching the shadow dance go right! And singing with Lucky bhai—what a night! Thanks to the zillion rehearsals. And thanks for posting this and taking me back." Fans relive the magic of Hrithik's sensational debut The clip reignited memories of Hrithik's firecracker Bollywood debut, prompting an outpouring of emotion on social media. One fan wrote, "We were in school when Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai released. Hrithik became an overnight star and totally stole our hearts." Another shared, "Reminds me of the madness of that era—the music, the visuals, the mania for Hrithik and Amisha. I must've watched that film a dozen times in Class 2!" Released in 2000, Kaho Naa... by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Free P2,000 GCash eGift UnionBank Credit Card Apply Now Undo Pyaar Hai became a cult romantic drama that catapulted Hrithik to stardom. Its music, composed by Rajesh Roshan, remains beloved by fans even today. All eyes on War 2 While nostalgia continues to trend, Hrithik remains firmly rooted in the present. His next action thriller, War 2, has generated immense buzz. Starring alongside Jr NTR and Kiara Advani, the film promises adrenaline-pumping action and intense drama. Recently, the lead trio unveiled their first-look posters, creating waves online. Kiara, who was seen in the teaser wearing a bikini, now showcases a fierce, gun-toting avatar—hinting at a complete action transformation.
