Alka Yagnik, one of Bollywood's top playback singers, was surprised to learn that Osama Bin Laden was a fan of her songs. During a CIA raid on Bin Laden's hideout, many Bollywood tracks, including Yagnik’s songs, were found. She spoke about industry politics affecting her career and her resilience through it.
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