India, May 17 -- Singer Abhijeet Sawant, who won the first season of Indian Idol, spoke about his lost stardom. In an interview with Hindi Rush, Abhijeet reminisced about the days following his win and how big stars, including Shah Rukh Khan, met him with great warmth. (Also Read: Abhijeet Sawant reveals being on Tinder even after marriage, speaking 'a lot' with 2-3 women; 'bichari' wife didn't know)

When asked if he has any regrets, Abhijeet said, "After becoming the Idol, I thought everything would change. Uss time pe toh aesa tha ke bade bade stars mil rahe hai aa k. Shah Rukh Khan saab aa k mile. He was very kind. Ek baar show pe bulaya mujhe perform karne ke liye, khud announce kiya mera naam... Voh jo pyaar milta hai, respect milti...