From Fame Gurukul to Big Boss: How Kazi Touqeer Brought Arijit Singh Back to Reality TV

Arijit Singh, the award‑winning vocalist, posted on X that he will finally watch Salman Khan’s Big Boss, and the sole catalyst is Kazi Touqeer, a current contestant. The two first crossed paths as competitors on the 2005 music reality series Fame Gurukul, a fact that resurfaced when Kazi’s recent social‑media clips went viral.

Kazi’s catchphrase “I’m a rockstar baby, come!” has become an internet meme, and in May he publicly praised Arijit, calling him a genuine, passionate artist without any trace of envy. A recent video from Jiaganj, West Bengal, shows Kazi visiting Arijit’s hometown, both riding a scooter and sharing anecdotes from their reality‑show days.

In the footage, Kazi commends Arijit’s humility, dedication, and the affection he receives from his staff and family. He also highlighted the singer’s contribution to the community by establishing a cricket academy for local youngsters. Despite a recent injury, Arijit continued to bowl a few overs and later spent nights from 8:30 pm to 1 am immersed in music practice and editing, reflecting his relentless work ethic.