The album is out and early reviews are in: people are putty in its hands. The title track, in particular, is one you’ll find yourself going back to. It’s got an acoustic ring to it from Faheem Abdullah and some of the most unvarnished lyrics you’ll hear in a while. If you’re in the market for something with a little heart, you’ve found it.
Then there are Aitbaar and Khasiyat, which don’t let up on that feeling. They have a kind of melodic heft and poeticism to them. In a time when so much film music is just window dressing, these numbers feel like they were put there for a reason.
Why this soundtrack feels different
That’s what this soundtrack does; it doesn’t just sit in the background, it makes the story. You get a sense of love and the occasional let-down in the words, all with the kind of old-world ease that still feels new. The trailer for the movie is full of that same vibe – a lot of looking, not as much talking. It’s soft, but in a way that doesn’t seem dated.
If you are wondering what listeners are picking up, it comes down to a few clear signals:
– Music leads the storytelling
– Each track marks a different emotional beat
– Intimacy over spectacle, always
A romance shaped by quiet choices
Lakshya and Ananya play it with a certain hold-back. There’s a scene where his character puts down a cigarette because she’s not for it. No big speech, no rooftop drama. It’s a small thing, but it rings truer than any grand overture. The whole thing is bittersweet, not overwrought.
Gen Z connection without losing classic charm
And that might be the surprise here. This isn’t some polished, idealised version of a couple. It’s a bit raw, a bit of a work in progress. It’s the kind of thing Gen Z will spot right away: the boundaries, the fumbles, the making up. You see it in how they act; Lakshya is open, Ananya is warm but has an edge. They say a lot without saying anything at all.
More music is coming
We’re not done with the music yet, either. More is on the way and the word on the street is already good. Dharma seems to have a fresh plan for the release, which only adds to the wait.
Here is what to watch in the coming days:
– Fresh singles expanding the album’s arc
– Audience reactions shaping playlist favourites
– Theatrical build-up peaking near release
In the end, it comes down to craft. The songs here do the heavy lifting for the plot and the chemistry is there without the pyrotechnics. If the rest of the album is as good as the first half, we could be in for a nice change of pace in the romance department.
