Indian Idol 12: Javed Akhtar, Anu Malik compose song for Arunita; she says ‘achieved everything’

Veteran Bollywood lyricist and music composer Javed Akhtar is all set to grace the singing reality show Indian Idol 12. In the upcoming episode, Akhtar will be seen sharing anecdotes from his popular films like Sholay and will also be seen encouraging the contestants. Other than showering his words of wisdom, the channel has shared a video in which Akhtar can be seen giving a challenge to contestant Arunita Kanjilal. Special guest Javed Akhtar and all the judges can be seen as highly impressed with Arunita’s performance after which Akhtar announces that he will compose a song for Arunita to test her.

The video shows Javed Akhtar and Anu Malik composing a song in minutes and asking Arunita to perform on the same. Even host Aditya Narayan is seen telling Arunita that this will be the hardest challenge for her. However, she aces the challenge like all her performances. Talking to Indian Express about her experience, the Indian Idol 12 contestant said, “his is a once in a lifetime opportunity that anyone could ever receive. I am highly grateful for this opportunity where I could sing on the original lyrics penned by Javed Akhtar Saab and the beautiful music given by Anu Malik. I feel like I have achieved everything in my life. This episode is very special for me.”

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