SRK Fever’ Hits London: Violinist's Mohabbatein Tune Goes Viral
Who can forget the timeless charm of Mohabbatein? The film, which holds a special place in bollywood fans’ hearts, was further elevated by Shah Rukh Khan's star power and its memorable musical score. Recently, the enchanting instrumental theme from the film has made its way to the streets of london, creating a delightful moment for passersby.
During her regular commute, content creator Rudraksha Patil had a serendipitous encounter on Liverpool Street. She discovered a man on the sidewalk passionately playing the iconic Mohabbatein instrumental on his violin. Patil's instagram post captures the moment with the overlay text, “Listening to Mohabbatein played at Liverpool Street, london on your way to work is a whole vibe.” The violinist’s infectious smile and skillful performance instantly evoked nostalgia and warmth.
The video, shared by Patil, has become a viral hit, amassing over 350,000 views in just three weeks. The comment section is alive with reactions that reflect the song's emotional impact. One viewer wrote, “I hear this from a distance, I’m following that sound and running to the location like I’m in a bollywood movie. My love for this song is something else!”
Another commenter noted, “The millennials as a generation created such timeless and real love stories.”
The performance struck a chord with many viewers, with one person saying, “I would literally stand there and cry in happiness.” Others shared similar sentiments, with one adding, “Walk past this guy when he plays outside Moorgate station… always puts a spring in his step,” and another remarking, “Takes me back to the old days, the memories I’m not even sure if I’ve experienced.”
The appreciation continued with comments like, “I would empty my pockets for this man,” and “Definitely would have shed a tear… maybe done a little slow-mo run.” Another user shared, “Omg, a lot of emotions in a moment’s notice… the entirety of the 90’s courses through every cell.”
From expressing a “feminine urge to learn to play the violin just for this song” to declaring “SRK’s fever everywhere,” the flood of appreciation for the performance and its connection to the beloved film continues.
Released in 2000, Mohabbatein is a classic bollywood romantic film written and directed by Aditya Chopra. It featured a star-studded cast including amitabh bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, aishwarya Rai, uday Chopra, Shamita Shetty, Jugal Hansraj, Kim Sharma, jimmy Sheirgill, and Preeti Jhangiani.