The news of the sudden demise of music composer
Wajid Khan of
Sajid-Wajid
fame has left his close friends and family members in a state of shock. The
Dabangg
fame music director and singer passed away due to cardiac arrest. As we all are, Sajid-Wajid were extremely close to Salman and were also one of his favourite music composers. Several fans and celebrities took to social media to express grief over Wajid's unfortunate demise.
A throwback video of superstar
Salman Khan and Wajid Khan has been doing the rounds on social media which goes on to explain the bond the two shared and how close Wajid was to Salman. The video is from the sets of Salman Khan's show
Bigg Boss in which the Bollywood superstar can be seen lending his blazer to Wajid as it suited his attire. As soon as Salman gave his jacket to Wajid, he kissed his hand as a thank you gesture. The video will make you emotional. Sajid Khan, Wajid's brother, had also accompanied him.
Salman shared a very good rapport with the two brothers and they have given music in some of his biggest hits like Maine Pyaar Kyun Kiya, Dabangg, Wanted amongst others. Wajid and his brother had also composed songs for Salman Khan's latest music video which he released on EID.
The news of Wajid's demise was confirmed by his friends Sonu Nigam and Salim Merchant. They shared the news on social media. The last rites were performed in the afternoon in Mumbai in the presence of close friends and family members.