Shah Rukh Khan’s iconic songs from the 1990s and early 2000s continue to resonate with fans worldwide, stirring nostalgia for many who grew up dancing to these timeless tracks. While Bollywood music has always had a significant impact in India, its popularity has increasingly transcended borders, thanks to social media. A prime example of this global reach is a recent viral video from China, where a young woman is seen singing the beloved song “Aankhein Khuli” from the 2000 hit movie Mohabbatein.
In the video, the girl captivates a crowd on a bustling street with her performance, complete with impressive dance moves that draw cheers from onlookers. The video has quickly gained traction on Instagram, amassing over 7 million views and leaving social media users in awe of Bollywood’s global influence.
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One user commented, “Power of Shah Rukh Khan,” while another praised the singer, saying, “Your voice is magnificent.” The video also drew attention to the cross-cultural appeal of the song, with one person noting, “Indian song in Chinese version.” Another viewer reflected on the enduring charm of the melody, remarking, “Honestly speaking, it just hit me that this is actually such a pretty melody.” A sentiment echoed by many was summed up in the comment, “SRK is the representative of India in the whole world.”
The song “Aankhein Khuli” is from Mohabbatein, a musical romance that stars Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, and Aishwarya Rai, along with an ensemble cast including Uday Chopra, Jimmy Sheirgill, Jugal Hansraj, Shamita Shetty, Kim Sharma, and Preeti Jhangiani. The film’s plot centers on the strict administrator of Gurukul College, Narayan Shankar, whose daughter Megha tragically takes her own life after he forbids her relationship with Raj Aryan, the college’s music teacher. The story unfolds as Raj helps three Gurukul students and their love interests challenge Narayan’s rigid views on love.
Mohabbatein was a massive box office success, becoming the highest-grossing Indian film of the year with over Rs 90 crore in global earnings, according to Box Office India. The film, directed by Aditya Chopra in his second venture after Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, also garnered a leading 12 nominations at the 46th Filmfare Awards.
This viral video from China is just the latest example of Bollywood’s far-reaching influence, reminding us all of the timeless appeal of Shah Rukh Khan’s music and the enduring legacy of films like Mohabbatein.