Aamir Khan returns as singer after 18 years

Bollywood superstar Aamir Khan, who showcased his singing talent with the song "Aati kya khandala" from the 1998 film "Gulam", will return as a singer after 18 years. The actor has recorded his version of the song "Dhaakad" from his upcoming film "Dangal".

Aamir has recorded a video for the song, which will be aired for the first time during the Lux Golden Rose Awards, set to be telecast on December 18 on Zee TV, read a statement. Actor Arjun Kapoor, who will be hosting the event alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan and filmmaker Karan Johar, will unveil the video. Dressed like a rapper, the 51-year-old can be seen talking about women empowerment and introducing Fatima Sana Shaikh and Sanya Malhotra, who play his onscreen daughters in "Dangal". "Dhaakad", which originally has been sung by rapper Raftaar, is the second song of "Dangal" after "Haanikaarak bapu". (Photo- Aamir Khan's official Facebook page) "Dangal", directed by Nitesh Tiwari, is slated to release on December 23.