Actor Aasif Khan has come a long way in the Hindi entertainment industry. From working as a junior artist to earning recognition for memorable performances in popular shows such as Panchayat, Paatal Lok and Mirzapur, his journey has been filled with struggles, patience and perseverance.
As Aasif entered Bigg Boss 20, hosted by Salman Khan, he got an emotional opportunity to revisit the beginning of his career. The actor revealed that his first-ever work in the film industry was alongside Salman Khan in the 2011 film Ready.
Aasif Khan Reveals His ‘Dhinka Chika’ Connection
During his interaction with Salman Khan on the Bigg Boss 20 stage, Aasif recalled arriving in Mumbai nearly 16 years ago and struggling to find his place in the entertainment industry.
He told Salman that he had been part of the popular Ready song ‘Dhinka Chika’, which featured the superstar.
Aasif recalled, “I came to Bombay 16 years ago. You were a part of the movie Ready, and the song was ‘Dhinka Chika’.”
Describing the scene, he explained that Salman’s car stopped at a signal while several junior artists were positioned around the bus. Aasif said that he was among the crowd of junior artists along with his friends.
For Aasif, however, the appearance was far more significant than simply being part of a song sequence.
‘It Was My First Work In My Life’
Aasif revealed that his appearance in Dhinka Chika marked his first professional assignment in the film industry.
“It was my first work in my life. I was a junior artist,” he told Salman.
Years later, finding himself on the Bigg Boss stage with the same superstar made the moment particularly emotional for him. Aasif became visibly overwhelmed while speaking about what the occasion meant to his family, especially his mother.
He said, “This is a very special moment for my mother. I would like to tell her that this is me, Aasif Firdous Khan with Salman Khan in the front row.”
The emotional moment offered viewers a glimpse into the journey behind Aasif’s eventual success.
From Junior Artist To Recognised Actor
Aasif’s journey in the industry is a reminder that many actors begin their careers far away from the spotlight. His early appearance as a junior artist eventually led to more substantial opportunities across television, films and streaming platforms.
One of his most recognised roles came in Panchayat, where he played Ganesh, popularly remembered as the show’s ‘damad ji’.
Although his role in the first season was relatively limited, the character quickly became popular with viewers. His dialogue “Gajab beizzati hai” also became a widely used meme and helped turn the character into a social-media favourite.
Aasif subsequently appeared in other acclaimed projects, including Paatal Lok and Mirzapur, strengthening his position as a familiar face in India’s streaming landscape.
What Is Salman Khan’s ‘Dhinka Chika’ From Ready?
‘Dhinka Chika’ is one of the popular songs from Salman Khan and Asin’s 2011 action-comedy Ready. The film was directed by Anees Bazmee and became one of the notable commercial successes of that year.
The movie featured a large ensemble cast, including Paresh Rawal, Mahesh Manjrekar, Ram Kapoor, Arya Babbar and Zarine Khan.
Ready was a remake of the 2008 Telugu film of the same name and was released worldwide on June 3, 2011.
The film was produced by Rajat Rawail, Bhushan Kumar, Krishan Kumar, Nasir Khan, Sohail Khan and Nitin Manmohan.
A Full-Circle Moment For Aasif Khan
Aasif’s Bigg Boss 20 appearance has given fans a different perspective on the actor’s career. His story began with a small opportunity as a junior artist, but years of work eventually brought him face-to-face with Salman Khan as a recognised actor and contestant on one of television’s biggest reality shows.
His emotional recollection of Dhinka Chika also underlined just how meaningful the journey has been for him and his family.
From standing among a crowd of junior artists in Ready to sharing the Bigg Boss 20 stage with Salman, Aasif Khan’s story has come full circle.
FAQs
What was Aasif Khan’s first work in the film industry?
Aasif Khan revealed that his first-ever industry assignment was as a junior artist in Salman Khan’s 2011 film Ready.
Was Aasif Khan part of ‘Dhinka Chika’?
Yes. Aasif revealed on Bigg Boss 20 that he was among the junior artists featured in the popular Dhinka Chika song from Ready.
Who played the lead roles in Ready?
Ready starred Salman Khan and Asin in the lead roles and was directed by Anees Bazmee.
Which character made Aasif Khan popular in Panchayat?
Aasif Khan played Ganesh, popularly known as ‘damad ji’, in Panchayat. His dialogue “Gajab beizzati hai” became particularly popular online.
When was Ready released?
Salman Khan and Asin’s Ready was released worldwide on June 3, 2011.
