Dear Himesh Reshammiya,
I would like to begin this letter by wishing you a happy birthday and hoping that you continue to entertain music lovers with your unique yet captivating performances.
Now, very honestly speaking, you are not the only greatest singer/composer/actor to have ever graced the glamourous world of Bollywood. But there is something truly phenomenal about your reel and real life image that gives you a decisive edge over your contemporaries. And that one unique quality that you possess is the uncanny ability to overcome adversity and fulfill your dreams.
Frankly speaking, you had to cope with a lot of negativity right from the time you made your debut as a playback singer in 2005. Even though your maiden number 'Aashiq Banaya Aapne' proved to be a chart buster, detractors got an opportunity to ridicule you, courtesy your unconventional voice and looks.
As a result, 'Himesh jokes' became the flavor of the season. In fact some detractors even went to the extent of saying that listening to the song 'Jhalak Dikhlaja' could lead to a "ghost invasion".
While a lesser mortal could easily have been demoralized by such embarrassing remarks, you remained unfazed and continued delivering hit albums every month. Moreover, you also attained international recognition by performing at Wembley.In doing so you became an inspiration for those who were suppressed yet dared to dream
After establishing yourself as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry, you made a bold decision. And that decision was becoming an actor. In some ways, it was just you trying to fulfil a childhood passion. However, your critics viewed it as a perfect opportunity to make a laughing stock out of you.
And well they did not have to try hard as your performance in ‘Aap Ka Suroor’ was quite wooden. Moreover, you and the cherubic Hansika made an awkward couple. However, lady luck shined on you when your fans made the film a hit, proving they were ready to accept you despite your limitations.
But then you behaved uncharacteristically and decided to compose for only films that featured you as an actor. You had had been the very personification of humility and put your neck out upcoming artists on ‘Saregama’.
In fact you had previously helped singers like Vineet Singh find firm footing in the industry. Needless to say, your fans were baffled by this self-centered behavior. And to put it mildly, you were punished for your actions. 'Karzzzz', 'Kajraare' and 'Radio' bombed at the ticket window, derailing your acting career. This also took a toll on your standing in the music world as you were hardly visible between 2008 and 2010. In fact, post the ‘Kajraare’ debacle even some of your fans might have lost faith in you.
Luckily, you realized your folly and agreed to compose for the films of other stars as well. This resulted in you reuniting with mentor Salman Khan and delivering memorable numbers. Moreover, you put your ego aside and let Mohd Irfan do playback for you in ‘The Xpose’’ which did well on the commercial front.
Now, that you have risen above despair, resurrecting your career it is imperative for you to remember that it was your musical talent that made you a star. Do not let that ever take a back seat. Most importantly continue to act, sing and dance but never let the arc lights change you. You are the hero of of the masses and they 'love you for what you are'. They love you because in your humility and sincerity they see themselves. Just don't change!
Regards,
A casual observer
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