Pakistani pop legend Hassan Jahangir has addressed the long-running rumour that Bollywood veteran Rekha once wrote him a love letter, but stopped short of confirming or denying the claim.
Speaking on a podcast, the singer smiled when asked about the rumour, saying that some things are meant to remain between the people involved.
When host asked whether Rekha had really written him a love letter, Hassan Jahangir responded with a smile.
"Some things should remain between the people concerned. Not everything can be shared with everyone," he said, without confirming or dismissing the decades-old speculation.
Recalls Bollywood friendships
During the conversation, Hassan Jahangir spoke about his long association with several Bollywood stars, saying he shared warm relationships with celebrities including Madhuri Dixit, Mandakini, Asha Bhosle, Amitabh Bachchan, Mithun Chakraborty, Govinda, Salman Khan and **Shah Rukh Khan>.
Asked jokingly who among them had written him love letters, the singer laughed and replied, "Everyone wrote, everyone writes. I have written too."
Hassan Jahangir also shared an unusual incident in which he was reportedly stopped by robbers.
According to the singer, the suspects initially took his mobile phone and car keys but changed their behaviour after he identified himself. He claimed they recognised him, returned his belongings and apologised before leaving.
Message on Pakistan-India relations
The singer also spoke about relations between Pakistan and India, saying patriotism should never turn into hatred or conflict.
He said people should love their own country while maintaining good relations with neighbouring nations, adding that war is not a solution to disputes.
Hassan Jahangir recalled receiving valuable advice from late Bollywood legend Dharmendra, who encouraged him to "think high but keep your eyes low."
The singer said he interpreted the advice as a reminder to pursue big dreams while remaining humble.
Hassan Jahangir rose to fame during the 1980s and remains one of Pakistan's most celebrated pop singers.
His hit song Hawa Hawa became a massive success across South Asia, earning him widespread popularity in both Pakistan and India. His cross-border success also helped him build lasting friendships within the Indian entertainment industry.
