If restaurants had their way, Himesh Reshammiya's 'tandoori' sizzlers may well turn out to be a standing item on their menu cards. Reason?

Going by the popularity of the latest Himesh chartbuster 'Tandoori Nights' from Satish Kaushik directed 'Karzzzz', quite a few restaurant owners, especially in Mumbai, Delhi and Hyderabad, have started serving 'tandoori' and grilled food.

Not just that, going by the trend of theme parties, 'tandoor' has well become a buzz word with youngsters hosting 'Tandoori Nights' special.

Says a source close to Himesh Reshammiya who plays the triple role of actor, composer and singer in T-Series' home production 'Karzzzz', "This is simply unprecedented and something that none of us could see coming.

We couldn't even imagine in our dreams that a song's popularity would impact parties in such a manner. We have been told that numerous restaurants, discotheques and clubs have started 'Tandoori Nights' special.

Though Himesh has turned out to be a surprise element as he is quite comfortable putting his dancing shoes on for the track 'Tandoori Nights', Urmila has brought all her experience in play for this groovy number.

After years, we can see her truly enjoying a dance performance of hers."

Ever since Himesh Reshammiya started gaining popularity as a singer/performer with as many as 35 back to back chartbuster numbers, he has been a favorite with the DJs who have given different spin to his melodic as well as dance numbers.

Moreover, his popularity amongst the auto rickshaw drivers could be gauged by the fact that in his debut film 'Aap Kaa Surroor - The Moviee', there was a situation especially incorporated in the narrative where a horde of auto rickshaws came together to rescue their favorite star.

Now restaurant owners seem to be his recent fans and followers.

Himesh Reshammiya adds, "Yes, I have been told about this and I can only thank my fans for continuing to love my work over the years. With the songs of 'Karzzzz' playing in clubs and 'Tandoori Nights' being organized, the DJs and restaurant owners are only helping popularize my songs further."

"I am glad and quite sure that the momentum would continue to soar since the music is already at the top of the charts.

By the time film gets ready to hit the screens, I am sure each of the nine songs from the film would become as popular as 'Tandoori Nights'", concludes Himesh Reshammiya.- Joginder Tuteja