Dhurandhar was released on December 5th this year. The buzz hasn’t just been about its gripping plot; the soundtrack has cast its own intoxicating spell.
The excitement isn’t limited to its dark, twisting storyline-its music has already stolen the spotlight.
Even before the film hits theatres, the soundtrack was causing a frenzy online. Several tracks are racing up the charts, but it’s the electrifying background score for Akshaye Khanna’s character, Rehman Dakait-Fa9la, reimagined by Flipperachi, that has taken over the internet.Fa9la, covered by Flipperachi, has become an online sensation, dominating Apple Music’s top 100 India and Spotify’s viral 50.
Let’s take a look at the soundtracks of Dhurandhar, composed by Shashwat Sachdev.
Dhurandhar – title track
Adapted from the 1995 Punjabi classic ‘Na De Dil Pardeshi Nu’, this is the first time the iconic track has been reimagined with such a fierce, modern rager twist. The title track features an integration of synthesiser-driven energy, making it an easy, stomping number. Singer Hunumankind embarks on his Bollywood playback journey with a sharp rap segment, followed by Jasmin Sandlas, Sudhir Yaduvanshi, Shashwat Sachdev, Muhammad Sadiq and Ranjit Kaur.
Ishq Jalakar – Karvaan
A reinterpretation of the 1960 classic qawwali Na To Karwaan Ki Talaash Hai, this track brings a timeless piece into Dhurandhar’s contemporary soundscape. Singers Shashwat Sachdev, Shahzad Ali, Subhadeep Das Chowdhury and Armaan Khan breathe new life into the composition, shaping it into a dynamic version that fits seamlessly into the film’s musical landscape.
Gehra Hua
This track sits at the heart of the film’s romantic arc, delivered soulfully by Arijit Singh. It beautifully softens the soundtrack’s intensity, balancing out the saturation of righteous raps and high-hitting tempo bangers with its emotional depth and melodic calm.
Teri Ni Kararan
Another high-tempo banger, Teri Ni Kararan fuses Punjabi folk with modern flair, sung by Diljit Dosanjh’s unmistakable voice. Composer Shashwat Sachdev tailors the track with a gritty contemporary edge, keeping audiences hooked to a piece that feels both classic and fiercely punchy.
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Run Down The City - Monica
This track is a reimagination of the 1971 classic Piya Tu, Ab To Ghar Aaja, incorporating elements and vocals from the original, famously sung by Asha Bhosle and composed by R.D. Burman. Run Down the City Monica blends these nostalgic touches with a raw edge crafted for a high-end action sequence featuring the police and the protagonist eloping with his lover. Singer Shashwat Sachdev and Reble’ s vocals will definitely give you a chilled adrenaline rush.
Shararat
It is a catchy, high-energy item track featuring vocals by Madhubanti Bagchi and Jasmin Sandlas, composed by Shashwat Sachdev with lyrics by Jasmin Sandlas. The song fuses modern pop energy with a vibrant desi groove, making it a perfect party anthem designed to light up dancefloors and dominate social media reels. It’ll be hard for you to stay seated once it gets played in a room.
Ez-Ez
The track begins with a slow, mesmerising rhythm before bursting into a tempting, pulsating background score. Featuring powerhouse vocals by Diljit Dosanjh and Hanumankind, it stands out as one of the year’s biggest music collaborations and a fan favourite.
Lutt Le Gaya
This fast-tempo Punjabi-flavoured banger from Dhurandhar is tailored for maximum impact, full of movement, rhythm, and drama. Featuring lead vocals by Simran Choudhary and Shashwat Sachdev, the track is crafted as a full-on party anthem, with catchy, easy-to-follow lyrics that keep listeners hooked.
Move - Yeh Ishq Ishq
This track is a classic song reinvented and modernised by Shashwat Sachdev for Dhurandhar’s soundtrack. Featuring vocals by Armaan Khan and Shashwat Sachdev, it is a contemporary take on the famous 1960s qawwali Ye Ishq Ishq Hai within Dhurandhar; both this track and Ishq Jalakar – Karvaan serve as modern reimaginings of the same source film, blending nostalgia with a fresh, vibrant sound.
Naal Nachna
Nal Nachna is a high-energy party and club track led by Shashwat Sachdev. Packed with heavy bass and a sensual undertone, the song weaves elements of mystery and romance, serving the main character’s love life arc. Its repetitive structure makes it irresistibly catchy, strengthening its place as a standout on Dhurandhar’s soundtrack.
Ramba Ho
Rambha Ho serves as the closing track of Dhurandhar, packed with synthesiser-driven sounds that enhance the conviction and intensity. A reimagination of the iconic disco classic Ramba Ho Ho Ho Samba Ho Ho Ho from the 1981 film Armaan, it features vocals by Shashwat Sachdev and Madhubanti Bagchi. While honouring the original essence of Usha Uthup’s performance, the track adds a modern, enhanced flavour, blending nostalgia with contemporary energy.
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Timeless classics
Dhurandhar’s soundtrack, crafted by Shashwat Sachdev and Aditya Dhar, seamlessly brings classical music into a modern landscape, dominating everyone’s search lists and proving the timeless appeal of the originals combined with contemporary flair.
