Music has always found its way to people, across every era, every format. Today, that format is social media and it fits right in your pocket. Instagram is no longer just a place to post pictures. It has become one of the most powerful platforms for Indian Musicians to build a real audience.

Every day, thousands of musicians share their work with the world through social media. But only a few make you stop scrolling. Here are seven Indian musicians doing something worth your attention and why you should know their names.

Prajwall Jadhao (@prajwall.music) 

Some voices don’t need additional work. One of them is Prajwall. His cover of “Manwa Lage” is quite memorable.  No heavy lifting. Just his voice and a lot of love.

Prajwall is different because he believes in simplicity. He chooses to take everything away at a time when most artists feel the need to add beats, filters and effects. There are no masks or edits; what you hear is exactly what he sounds like. It’s hard to find that kind of honesty. His voice does all the hard work. And it does a good job. He reminds us that the best music doesn’t have to be perfect. It just has to be real.

Shivani (@shivanii.music)

Have you ever heard a song and thought, “This sounds new, but I’ve always liked it”? That’s what Shivani does. She takes songs you know and makes them sound new. Her mashups sound effortless.

But she does more than just covers. Shivani knows who she is as an artist very well. She doesn’t just sing a song, she gives it a new meaning. She inculcates her own phrasing, her own timing and it shows. There’s also a sharp awareness of her audience in everything she does. She knows how to get people to hit replay. Shivani is at the crossroads of classic Bollywood and today’s indie-pop, which is pop music made outside of big music labels. That’s a very exciting place to be.

Jay Mohan (@jaymohanmusic)

Most artists stick to one style. Jay Mohan doesn’t. One day it’s a Ghazal, a form of Urdu poetry set to music, steeped in longing and love. The next, it’s devotional. He moves between both with ease.

It’s hard to switch between styles, but Jay does it well. Every genre has its own rules, feelings and methods for doing things. It takes years of practice and a deep love of music to be able to move between them without losing quality. Jay undoubtedly has both. You can hear how disciplined he is in every note he sings. His range is rare. He is really  at what he does. 

 Adya (@adyaea)

Not all great music has to be loud. Adya proves that. His music is soft and peaceful. It feels like sitting by a window on a rainy day.

Adya’s style is minimalist, fewer instruments, fewer layers, more breathing room. And that’s where the magic happens. It lets the listener feel. His music doesn’t make you hurry. It makes you want to take your time and stay for a while. Making that kind of music takes a lot of guts in a world where content is fast and opinions are loud. His music gives people peace in a world that is always loud. And sometimes, that’s all you need.

Subhankar Sarkar(@iam_subhankar_19) 

Have you ever heard a song and felt like the singer was talking to you? That is a quality that Subhankar has. His music is real and down-to-earth.

Subhankar’s online presence is warm and friendly. He doesn’t try to act like a big star. Instead, he looks like someone you might know, a friend, a neighbour, someone from your own street. And that makes his music hit differently. When he sings about love or heartbreak, it doesn’t sound distant or over the top. It feels close. Personal. Real. The little things, the everyday pains we all carry, that’s what his music is about. There’s no performance here. Just a connection. And that’s not something that happens very often.

Vishal Singh (@vishal_singsofficial)

Some artists walk into a room and you feel it. Vishal is that kind of presence, even through a screen. His performances are full of energy and confidence.

Vishal also understands something that many Indian musicians miss, performance is not just about the voice. It’s about how you carry yourself. How you engage with the camera. How you make someone watching from their phone feel like they are right there with you. He has that skill naturally. His delivery is rhythmic and sharp and his choice of songs always feels timely and relevant. He has a natural feel for what people enjoy listening to right now. His songs don’t just play. They stay with you. 

Rio (@singwith_rio) 

Rio is young, bold and unafraid to experiment. His catalogue is a mix of different styles and songs, all tied together by one thing, passion in earnest. What sets Rio apart is his willingness to experiment. He doesn’t box himself in. Some artists spend years trying to figure out who they are musically. Rio seems to be doing that exploration openly, in public, one reel at a time. This exploration is the cause of his huge fanbase. There is something refreshing about watching an artist grow in real time. He picks tracks that feel new and delivers them with an energy that is hard to look away from. Rio represents what the future of Indian music looks like. And it looks exciting.

These seven Indian Musicians are not just posting content online. They are building something real. Each one brings a different voice, a different style and a different story to the table. Together, they show that the next big chapter in Indian music isn’t waiting to be written. It’s already playing. All you have to do is press listen.

Music has been around for as long as humanity itself has existed. From folk singers playing at village gatherings to classical maestros performing in grand concert halls, music has always found its way to the people who needed it most. In today’s digital age, what has drastically changed is the method of travel. Today, a musician from a small town can connect with a listener in a faraway city with a single post. Instagram, in particular, has become one of the biggest stages for indie artists, where raw talent is scouted, genres blend and an entirely new generation of musicians comes quietly and unassuming to change the sound of India.

These eight artists, ranging from classical to folk and indie, currently stand out as some of the most authentic and captivating presences on Indian Instagram.

Tanmay Maheshwari (@tanmay.music)

Tanmay Maheshwari is a singer and songwriter who would sum up his life in a single line, “Art is all I know and all I have. “That’s a rare form of dedication and it reflects in every track he releases. His singles “Chal Chalein” and “Kafiraana” are available on all the major streaming services, while a collaborative album with Unerase Poetry, which includes his original track “Fikar”, shows he can navigate the worlds of music and spoken word with ease.

Tanmay has been on stage since he was sixteen and that experience comes through in his work. He doesn’t just write songs, he writes moments. His Instagram is an extension of that idea, a place where art isn’t a commodity to be sold but a conversation to be had. With almost 6,600 followers and growing, he wants people to participate in his work, not just consume it.

Ishaan Nigam (@ishaannigam.music)

Ishaan Nigam has a story to tell. Growing up in the small town of Bahraich, Uttar Pradesh, he was shaped by the legends Mohd Rafi, Manna Dey and Lata Mangeshkar, performing publicly from the age of ten. He went on to earn a bachelor’s in computer engineering, but it was his calling that won — leading him to pursue a master’s in Indian classical vocals and a coveted seat at KMMC, the AR Rahman Music College in Chennai.

Since then, Ishaan has released sixteen singles of his own. His track “Woh Raaz Ho” received an incredible seven million streams on Wynk Music, while “O Raahi” exceeded 100,000 streams on Spotify. His reach extends beyond music streaming — he has been featured in the films and web series “Inspector Rishi”, “Lost & Found in Singapore” and “FIR”, as well as on the prestigious Coke Studio Bharat, where he sang “Geejaga Hakki”.

Based in Mumbai, Ishaan is a singer-songwriter, composer and vocal producer — the next generation of Indian independent artist: classically trained, genre agnostic and entirely self-made.

Tannishtha Puri (@tannishthapuri)

Tannishtha Puri is a young musician who has a quiet intensity that she brings to everything she does. She was a contestant on The Voice Kids (Season 2) and Indian Idol. She was noticed by the industry at a very young age, meeting the likes of Papon and Himesh Reshammiya. In 2016, she released her first two albums, the collaborative Ya Rabba, made with Maithili Thakur, featuring the songs “Shaitaniya” and “Taufeeq” as well as a solo album, Saawre.

Tannishtha is compelling because she is willing to go beyond. Her music is at the intersection of devotion, emotion and melody, grounded in the Indian classical tradition but speaking in a voice that is her own. Instagram is not her portfolio, but rather a diary of her musical life, where she shares her process, her performances and her personality with a community that has accompanied her because of the honesty she brings to her craft.

Yuvraj Chugh (@yuvrajchughmusic)

Yuvraj Chugh is the kind of musician who treats the medium with the same economy, care and love for feeling that a poet treats the language. On Apple Music and SoundCloud, his catalogue of original tracks includes “Do Sheher” and “Piya Pardesi” (ft. Nayab Midha and Ajasra), which showcase a songwriter who takes texture and story seriously. In his Instagram bio, he notes that he likes to take one-minute originals from audience suggestions, which requires discipline and a commitment to his audience. Yuvraj’s music is conversational, it doesn’t shout at you but rather invites you in. He is part of a generation of Indian indie artists building an audience one authentic song at a time, using available tools not as a way of showing off but reaching out.

Dhruv Bedi (@dhruv_bedi)

Dhruv Bedi is a bridge to something older and deeper in Indian music. A third-generation artist in his family, Dhruv is a sitarist trained under his father, the renowned sitar and surbahar player Sh. Jagdeep Singh Bedi and continues his tutelage under Padma Bhushan awardee Pt Budhaditya Mukherjee, following in the tradition of Guru-Shishya Parampara.

His achievements are impressive. These include the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar from the Sangeet Natak Academy, ‘A’ Grade Artist from All India Radio and Doordarshan and India Today among their ‘Next 100’ achievers. He is empanelled with both ICCR and SPIC MACAY and has appeared in major festivals in the USA, the UK, Switzerland, Sweden, South Korea and a lot more. His reels on Instagram invite audiences into the meditative realm of Hindustani classical music, one of India’s greatest riches and a young master who keeps it glowing for future generations.

Ashmita Sawhney (@ashmita_sawhney)

Ashmita Sawhney is a 20-year-old musician from Delhi. Her online presence shows a young woman warming into her gift in real time and doing so with impressive and honest nakedness. “I am everything I want to be” is a quietly powerful declaration, the kind of confidence that doesn’t need to announce itself, it simply is. She is twenty, she is singing covers, originals and classics and she is doing it with a feeling that defies her age.

What is worth looking at is this honesty. It is not a character. It is about a young woman who loves music, is studying it and is brave enough to show us the process rather than just the end product. In a world of manufactured looks, this is a bit of a breath of fresh air.

Swaranshi (@swaraa_music)

Swaranshi ( @swaraa_music ) infuses her work with meditative beauty. Her idea is to understand her work on its most emotional and spiritual levels. She is the perfect person to talk to about this because her very name is an echo of the Sanskrit word swara, meaning ‘the notes which form the sacred grammar of Indian classical music’. Swaranshi’s Instagram account is a rich archive of their performances, reflections and other explorations, with 428 posts and 19,000 followers.

The idea of listening to music as a presence rather than sound resonates with me. In Swaranshi’s words, it is the kind of presence that can make “time stand still”. And this idea is reflected in both Swaranshi’s Instagram account and in a larger artistic persona. Swaranshi is an artist who understands that the space around a note is just as important as the note itself and that signals to Swaranshi’s followers that the audience is hungry for exactly that.

Harpreet (@harpreetmusic)

There’s only a handful of artists working in India today who occupy quite the unique space that Harpreet does. A singer-songwriter, guitarist, music producer and performer, Harpreet has been described by fewas creating “an act of poetic subversion”, music that builds a bridge between the written word and sound. He is trained in Hindustani classical music at Gandharva Mahavidyalaya in New Delhi and plays both guitar and flute. He also sings original compositions in Hindi as well as Punjabi, Bengali, Assamese, Rajasthani and Haryanvi.

Harpreet is perhaps best known for setting the poetry of Kabir and Bulleh Shah to music, bringing these towering humanist voices to contemporary audiences through melody, guitar and percussion. He has also composed for the works of Faiz Ahmad Faiz, Pash and Nirala. His performances have graced festivals in Egypt, Ireland, Varanasi, Pushkar and beyond, earning praise from The Hindu, India Today and the BBC. With 19,000 Instagram followers and a global touring record, Harpreet is proof that music rooted in the deepest traditions can also find the widest reach.

A New Stage for Indian Music

What these eight all have in common is neither genre nor  geography, but a devotion to honesty in their art. They’re crafting something worthwhile in the noisy landscape of social media, not by chasing algorithms, but by staying true to their music. From Dhruv Bedi’s sitar that brings centuries of tradition into a thirty-second reel, to Ishaan Nigam’s indie crooning across seven million streams, to Harpreet’s guitar-laced Kabir that reaches people who may never have opened a poetry anthology, Instagram is doing something pretty amazing: giving India’s most passionate musicians a stage as big as the world.

In day-to-day life, people pursue novelty through a blend of approaches. We often tune more into fictional dimensions created in our heads, escaping from our reality. Apparently, according to us, pretending our problems don’t exist and drowning them out is a completely acceptable way to deal with them. Music provides an effortless route to escapism, creating the perfect vibe and scenario for whatever we wish to feel. It transports us to our desired state of mind, regardless of where our mortal frames exist.

However, music provides us with more than just a means of escape. Be it during rough patches or celebrations, music remains a constant companion through the tapestry of everyday experiences. Music offers a release for emotions and gives the strength to confront our struggles with calm and comfort. Within the eloquent verses and soothing rhythm, we find a sense of solidarity and serenity. It unites us by the sensations and memories we hold. Each of us experiences a range of emotions when listening to music, which gives us a sense of community. Like a universal language, music is a potent memory trigger that reconnects us to particular, long-gone events. As a result of the close connection that music has with memories, feelings, events and relationships, it has a big impact on our lives.

Akshath – Tu Hai Kya

Akshath Acharya is an indie-pop singer, songwriter and producer. He is a rising star who built up his fan base through Instagram and Spotify. His work includes ‘Jadoo,’ ‘Khoya,’ ‘Noor,’ ‘Sahaare’ and ‘Kya Ho Gaya.’ Through his songs, he provides a fresh perspective on emotionally charged situations faced through life. His writing style is youthful and centered around relationships, love and emotional bonds. The lyrics speak to those who seek emotional stability and a sense of companionship, understanding the value of community and friendships. He beautifully takes us on a journey through the different stages of infatuation, admiration, longing and love. It perfectly encapsulates the path, the message and the subdued passion of love.

His song ‘Tu Hai Kya’ emphasizes the impact and effect of relationships in our lives. The lyrics reveal the power our connections have in weaving themselves into the fabric of our lives and emotional being. The lyrics portray an individual in absolute awe of their partner, overwhelmed by the quiet realization of just how deeply their presence touches even the smallest corners of life. The song unveils layers of emotion that resonate not only with the protagonist but also with the listeners. It plays like a heartfelt letter of appreciation to those rare souls who transform our very existence simply by being present. With every line, the song expresses a profound sense of gratitude and contentment for the enduring impact of such presence in our lives.

Saksham Sehgal—Guldaste

Saksham Sehgal is a budding singer and songwriter, known for his romantic ballads with a blend of indie-pop. His songs include ‘Baaki,’ ‘Sirf Tujhse,’ and ‘Guldaste.’ Through his comforting instrumentals and grounding lyrics, he not only gives the message of passion but also evokes the intensity of emotion by use of poetic imagery and rich metaphors. His songs unfold like emotional journeys, beginning with a small seed of feeling that grows into a rich, tangled forest. He makes use of a simple, conversational tone and everyday symbols to mirror emotive bonds. Within his verses, he speaks of lingering attachments of broken bonds, how relationships may end in the physical realm but still stand strong in the spiritual world.

In his song, Guldaste (feat. Karan Chanana & Tanmaya Pant), he communicates the message of healing through togetherness and the serenity found with our beloved. It describes a deep bond where the singer dreams of a shared life, with hopes and wishes tied to the other person. Their presence feels magical, as if carried in by the wind. The lyrics speak of a love that brings peace, yet also sparks the courage to begin again. Together, they imagine opening closed doors, starting new journeys and writing a story that’s only theirs. The use of the word “guldaste” (meaning a bouquet) is a metaphor for how the singer’s partner brings softness and grace to their life, similar to how a bouquet brightens a room by its very presence.

The Yellow Diary—Aqda

The Yellow Diary is an indie pop-rock band known for blending poetic lyrics with electronic and rock beats. The band comprises Rajan Batra, Himonshu Parikh, Sahil Shah, Harshvardhan Gadhvi,and Stuart DaCosta. The band’s name represents the fusion of light and dark that saturates their music. While “Diary” illustrates the intimate and reflective quality of their songwriting, “Yellow” symbolizes a range of emotions. Their works include singles like Sada and Mujhe Mere Naam Se as well as EPs such as Marz and Izafa. Their music reflects on life in its entirety, the small moments of joy and celebration, as well as the significant trials that cause discomfort but ultimately foster our development.

Their song ‘Aqda’ incites the feeling of nostalgia and the subtle essence of our loved ones in our everyday lives. It harnesses the idea that our mundane routine is embedded with the quiet influence of those precious to us. ‘Aqda’ is an Urdu word meaning “clues,” referring to the “clues” of those close to us in our daily routines. This track shifts our focus from the grand romantic gestures and displays of affection, instead focusing on the not-so-big yet incredibly meaningful parts of what love truly is. Love seeps into our senses, appearing in the most unexpected moments and places. Maybe that elusive, surprising presence is what defines love itself, a quiet force that quietly shapes our experiences, coloring even the smallest details of our lives with significance and warmth.  

These musicians do a wonderful job of providing their listeners with a sense of connection and emotional safety. Their lyrics provide expression to the softness of their listeners’ hearts and make listeners feel seen, understood, and consoled.

Today, on May 1st, anticipating the expansion and growth of India’s entertainment and media platform, the World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) was launched. The event is held at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai from May 1-4.

On the first day of WAVES, many tracks were released that sent a message of regard, respect and patriotism across borders to the Global world. It aims to make a positive change and do something incredible by bringing countries together in an interwoven fabric of different cultures, unity in diversity and a goal of progress.

Of the various music tracks released, the “Shubhaarambh” song brings peace in our culture. It sends a message of us as one big family in this world, whilst the “Symphony of India” captures India’s rich heritage and comprises various beautiful notes that come together to create music to which people worldwide can relate. From the snow-capped Himalayas to the sun-kissed beaches down south, India is attractive in many different colours, textures, sights and flavours.

The song “Ooncha Asmaan,” by the well-known singer Shankar Mahadevan and the well-known poet Prasoon Joshi, expresses a desire for wings, so that, with determination, we can rise higher in our progress toward fullness. It represents that, with determination, we will achieve our dreams together. “Ooncha Asmaan” suggests redefining the connectivity of technology and the innovations that India has been contributing to the world; when we reach for the sky, the messages are expanding and further *asman* of progress.

India is experiencing distinct and conspicuous progress and establishing its footprint in all dimensions, like science, arts, media, comedy and all aspects of technology.

This historical anthem and many others tell a powerful account of India’s cultural” canon” and celebrate the country’s journey of success and joy.

As we transition through the rapidly shifting world of technological advances, we may lose sight of the fact that actual progress lies in our preference for peace, love and connections. As changes are felt like waves taking us in new directions, to new heights and into new horizons, we should hold our identity and not part with the treasure that it takes collective effort to own. Treasure the unity that binds us, the truth that can lead us and the love that holds us all.

 The precious treasure of our shared humanity can help point us down the road to a future prosperous with peace and prosperity, where our cultural differences are seen as a source of strength.

In the excellent orchestra of life, let us all play as an orchestra, full of compassion, empathy and kindness. Let us always turn to the same ocean waves that have shaped our shores. The waves  remind us how to move forward while teaching us the critical value of adaptability, resilience and harmony.

The event features many popular and renowned actors, singers and filmmakers, including Amitabh Bachchan, Shah Rukh Khan, Aamir Khan, Akshay Kumar, Anupam Kher, Ektaa R. Kapoor, Chiranjeevi, Rajinikanth, Mohanlal, Diljit Dosanjh, Anil Kapoor, Hema Malini, Sanjay Dutt and A.R. Rahman.

The goal for WAVES (2025) is to bring people from different sectors and disciplines together and connect their knowledge and experiences to support the development ofIndia’s creativity. The event’s sole purpose is to foster collaborations, from industry to movement and work towards bringing recognition and attention to the talent and artistry of India while establishing our identity as a global centre for content and media publishing.

The event consists of a roundtable of the Prime Minster which involved a high-level discussion with global industry leaders and media CEOs on ways to help grow India’s media and entertainment industry, alongside the WAVES exhibition which was a showcase of the media industry’s achievements and accomplishments, advancements in technology and new storytelling methods which focused on the latest trends and developments. The WAVES bazaar also gave content creators and companies an opportunity to meet and interact with buyers and sellers globally. Another event, the WAVEX Accelerator, included mentorship and funding opportunities for startups and used these elements to promote growth.

This World Music Day, we bring you some indie artists to expand your playlist and introduce and embrace art and new artists of India.

“i will never be bad” by Ananya Sharma

“i will never be bad again” is a self-composed song by Ananya Sharma which was released in 2022. Ananya Sharma, based in Mumbai, India, apart from being a talented singer is also a composer and bandleader of Funan and Gang. She’s a storyteller most of all. She writes them to music. 

Her song, ‘I will never be bad again’ is one of her many stories, this one revolving around her childhood. It revolves around growing up as a child, which is a unique and individual experience for all of us. In her song, she writes and sings about some difficult patches of life that she had to face alone and probably scarred her for a long time. However, her song, or as she likes to call it, her story sung to her music is not about talking about these scars. Instead, it’s about moving past them and embracing the new and possibly better version of herself. 

Her story transforms from being so ashamed of herself that she can’t even look at herself to exploring and loving herself to the extent that she has found the courage to never be bad again because she will never feel the need to. “I could turn to dust/ I could slowly fade/ I could be my own person/  I could wait.” Life is not easy and in the path of it, we all stumble here and there but it also does not end there. To move forward is the very essence of it. To live it fully, as Ananya does, you need to let go of some things and reach out to others.

Bless Ya Heels by Tribe Mama Marykali

If you’ve always enjoyed listening to Nicki Minaj, Cardi B, and Little Mix and the more women who sing powerful songs about women, then this one’s for you. Tribe Mama Maryakai aka Katharina Valayil, is a Malyali singer who grew up in Nigeria. Her music celebrates women of color with a lot of sass with the undertone of the seriousness of the message she wants to put across. Her music celebrates womanhood in all its various forms. 

Through her music, she is rebelling against the structures that label women and put them in a box. With catchy beats and addictive lyrics, she’s using her platform and art to talk about the serious issues with regard to the historical oppression of women. The lyrics of Bless Ya Heels, “Wash your feet in the rain and pray/Before you move towards my temple/ Bless ya heels/ You stand on sacred ground…I am a Star of Venus/ I am Goddess witch/ Badass bitch…Tribe mama from the core/Am diggin’ in the core now!” channel the divine womanhood of women of color that is mostly neglected.

Mutual by Ranj X Clifr 

Ranjani Ramadoss is a musician from Chennai, India. Her journey started with two bands Kelvikkuri (jazz fusion) and Paula & the Associates (Neo-soul/pop). Now, she’s started her new project called RANJ which she launched in 2021. Her music is either English or Tamil and conveys different stories and themes. In her song, Mutual, she explores the difficult stage of a relationship when it doesn’t feel right. Each human relationship is complex and requires different things, approaches, and behaviors to be successful. A lot of times, the comfortable state of a relationship is hard to let go of. Ranjani explores the same with her lyrics, “Just because it’s comfortable/ Don’t mean that it’s suitable/ Think that its agreeable/ It don’t feel like home at all”

ILY by Shane (Prod. by Searcy & StephC Baby)

ILY by Shane is the right music for you if you find yourself listening to catchy beats and groovy music. It’s not heavy on the lyrics and easy to vibe to and will definitely make it to your everyday playlist. Shane is a singer, songwriter, and musician based in Shillong, India. Most of his music is of R&B Soul and Hip Hop genre. The catchy beats and lyrics that hit home make his music something that you should be checking out ASAP.

sophomore sweetheart – sunflower tape machine

sophomore sweetheart by sunflower tape machine sounds and feels exactly like its name. It will transport you to the first year or young days of your college life. The music makes you feel the nostalgia of exploring new things, new people, new places, and new experiences all for the first time. It feels like a trance of the young days where you can easily lose yourself. What adds to this feeling is the music video which is various clips combined in a film format that prompts you to see it as if you’re watching your own life reeling through the camera.  Aryaman Singh from Chennai is the founder of the experimental project, sunflower tape machine which is all about analog synth sounds inspired by the 80s and dreamy chords.

Mona Lisa Smile by Gouri and Aksha

What started as a musical theatre show for Aladdin in Mumbai is now a band of two, Gouri and Aksha. Gouri was a budding singer from Kerala when she met Aksha from Punjab in Mumbai. The duo started their journey with Instagram videos but today are successful with shows in Japan and the USA. Their music is a blend of their voices harmonizing together. Their song, Mona Lisa Smile is a mix of jazz and pop and leaves a calming effect on you. The music and the lyrics are the kinds you sway along to and vibe in peace on a rainy day with a book and a cup of your favorite coffee or tea. They are also there on Prateek Kuhad’s album Shehron Ke Raaz.

Itne Pyaar Se (Thoda Darr Lagta Hai) by Sanjeeta Bhattacharya x Tanmaya Bhatnagar

Love feels great to embrace but with great love comes the fear of losing it too. Sanjeeta Bhattacharya and Tanmaya Bhatnagar’s Itne Pyaar Se (Thoda Darr Lagta Hai) is a beautiful song about the many complexities that come with romantic relationships and how various couples embrace them. The lyrics, “Itne pyaar se/ Bhi thoda dar lagta hai/ Tere saath par, yeh darr bhi, acha lagta hai”, in their very raw form tell the stories and emotions each one of us goes through when in love. 

The music video, apt to the lyrics, portrays relationships and couples that are flawed and nowhere perfect to the dreamy lands of rom-com. In its true essence, the song is a raw exploration of what love feels like. The song closes with “Roke rukta nahi, dil beparvah lagta hai/ Bujhe bujhta nahi, dil lau jaise jalta hai” which tells the real tale of most love stories and what emotions people feel when in love.