Bharat Ane Nenu: Farhan Akhtar makes his singing debut in Telugu cinema with Mahesh Babu's film

Farhan Akhtar has turned singer for his own movies in Bollywood but now the multi-talented actor, filmmaker and producer is heading down south to debut as a singer in Telugu cinema.

Farhan Akhtar has lent his voice for South superstar Mahesh Babu's upcoming film "Bharat Ane Nenu". Titled "I don't know", the song composed by Devi Shri Prasad, features the lead pair of the film, Mahesh and Kiaara Advani.

"Thank you, Farhan Akthar Simply loving it!! Welcome to the Telugu Film Industry," Mahesh tweeted.

Thank you @FarOutAkhtar  Simply loving it!! Welcome to the Telugu Film Industry  https://t.co/amxgTDS2rw

— Mahesh Babu (@urstrulyMahesh) March 31, 2018

Farhan said it was his pleasure to sing for the 42-year-old star. "Thank you for the opportunity Mahesh... Pleasure to sing for you," he posted on Twitter. He also thanked Prasad for believing in him.

.. @ThisIsDSP thank you .. it’s your belief & perseverance in response to my anxiety that shaped the studio session.. big hug #BharathAneNenu #IDontknowfromtomorrow https://t.co/y84NCwFV9V

— Farhan Akhtar (@FarOutAkhtar) March 31, 2018

So..Revealing d singer of #IDontknowfromtomorrow !! 1st time in a South Indian Language..Its d Amazing @FarOutAkhtar ! It was Electrifying workin with U sir ! U Rocked ! All r gona Love it!Thank U! @urstrulymahesh @sivakoratala @dvvents @ramjowrites @advani_kiara @dop_tirru pic.twitter.com/qg5ivwBDKA

— DEVI SRI PRASAD (@ThisIsDSP) March 31, 2018

The song will act as the introduction track of Mahesh's character in the movie. The makers have also filmed a behind the scenes video of Farhan recording the song in the studio. Mahesh has earlier collaborated with the Bollywood actor on his MARD initiative. He had recited the MARD poem in Telugu. 

Farhan, 44 made his playback debut in 2008 with "Rock On!!". He also gave vocals for the sequel, crooning "Jaago", "You Know What I Mean", "Manzar Naya," and "Woh Jahaan".
His musical credits also includes popular songs like "Senorita" from Zoya Akhtar's "Zindagi Na Milegi Dobaara" and "Gala Goodiyan" from "Dil Dhadakne Do".