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Rani Mukerji's Voice: Karan Johar's Lifelong Gift
22 Jan
Summary
- Rani Mukerji's voice was dubbed in 'Ghulam' against her wishes.
- Karan Johar championed Rani's voice for 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'.
- Mukerji credits Johar for preserving her distinctive vocal identity.
Actress Rani Mukerji recently reflected on a pivotal moment in her career during a conversation with filmmaker Karan Johar, marking her 30 years in cinema. She shared that early in her career, her voice was dubbed for the film 'Ghulam', a decision that left her disheartened but which she felt compelled to accept as a newcomer.
Mukerji recounted an instance while shooting a teaser for 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai' when Johar inquired about her 'Ghulam' dubbing. Upon learning of her experience, Johar expressed his admiration for her voice and immediately offered her the chance to dub for his film, a gesture that profoundly impacted her career.
This crucial vote of confidence from Johar allowed Mukerji to retain her unique, husky voice, which has since become an inseparable and celebrated element of her on-screen persona. She acknowledged that her distinctive vocal quality is now impossible to imagine separated from her performances.
