Key Facts
Punjabi actor-singer Gippy Grewal recently shared a humorous story about his friendship with Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan. During an appearance on Shekhar Tonite with Shekhar Suman, Gippy revealed that he once relied on friends and associates to help him respond to Aamir's text messages in English. The anecdote highlights the unexpected challenges of their cross-industry friendship.
How the Friendship Began
Gippy recalled that the connection started when he received a message through Yash Raj Films: Aamir Khan wanted to speak with him. Aamir proposed a collaboration to promote his upcoming film in Punjab. Gippy agreed and traveled to meet the actor. “When we met, we instantly connected because both of us love talking. Within five or ten minutes, we had become good friends. We finished the interview, had dinner together, and he personally dropped me back to my hotel,” Gippy said.
The Texting Challenge
The real test came after their meeting. The next day, Gippy received a long message from Aamir—entirely in English. “I read it and understood it, but I didn’t know how to write a proper reply,” Gippy admitted. He immediately called his manager, waking him up, to draft a response. The manager wrote a reply, which Gippy forwarded to Aamir. But half an hour later, Aamir sent an even longer message. By then, the manager had gone back to sleep. So Gippy called a friend in Canada to help. This became a routine for six to eight months, with Gippy relying on different people to craft his English replies.
Coming Clean
Once their friendship deepened, Gippy finally confessed to Aamir that he had been getting others to write his messages. “Now we communicate through voice notes. In fact, he sends voice notes too,” Gippy shared. The actor also praised Aamir’s humility, noting that Aamir always sees him off barefoot, even at a crowded hotel during a wedding. “I told him that there were too many people and that he shouldn’t come down, but he pointed out that they’d recognise me, so how does it matter if they recognise him as well,” Gippy recalled.
What Readers Should Know
- Gippy Grewal is a popular Punjabi actor-singer who has collaborated with Bollywood stars.
- Aamir Khan is known for his down-to-earth nature, as evidenced by his barefoot farewells.
- The duo now uses voice notes to avoid language barriers.
FAQ
How did Gippy Grewal and Aamir Khan become friends?
Aamir Khan reached out via Yash Raj Films for an interview collaboration. They met, connected instantly, and became good friends.
Why did Gippy Grewal need help replying to Aamir Khan's texts?
Aamir's messages were in English, and Gippy, though able to read them, struggled to write proper replies in English.
How long did Gippy Grewal use others to reply to Aamir Khan?
For about six to eight months, he would get his manager or a friend in Canada to draft replies.
How do Gippy and Aamir communicate now?
They now use voice notes to avoid the language barrier.
Source: indianexpress.com