During a post-release press conference for Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani, Alia Bhatt opened up about her experience of visiting Shah Rukh Khan to prepare for the song “Tum Kya Mile.” She shared that Shah Rukh invited her and Suhana Khan to his home to provide them with lip-syncing lessons. Alia expressed her nervousness as it was her first proper song performance since “Ishq Wala Love.”
Alia revealed that her initial plan was to keep the lip-syncing lessons with Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan a secret. However, she couldn’t contain her excitement and shared the experience with the media. Alia sought Shah Rukh’s guidance as nobody lip-syncs like him. Shah Rukh warmly invited them to his home, where they had a two to three-hour practice session together.
Alia recalled her memorable experience during the lip-sync tuition session with Shah Rukh Khan and Suhana Khan. They practiced singing the song “Tum Kya Mile,” and Shah Rukh broke down the nuances of lip-syncing, even using apps to help them learn better. By the end of the session, Shah Rukh had also learned the song, showcasing his generosity and willingness to help others.
Choreographer Vaibhavi Merchant had earlier revealed that Alia spent a day with Shah Rukh Khan to prepare for “Tum Kya Mile.” Alia spoke to Karan Johar about improving her performance, and he suggested seeking guidance from Shah Rukh. The experience left a lasting impact on Alia, and she expressed gratitude for Shah Rukh’s warm support and mentorship.
Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani has achieved commercial success, crossing ₹60 crore at the domestic box office. While the film has garnered mixed reviews, Alia Bhatt’s dedication to her performance, including her lip-syncing training with Shah Rukh Khan, has been appreciated by audiences and critics alike.