‘Dhurandhar The Revenge’: 7 iconic songs featured in Ranveer Singh starrer, from 'Aari Aari' to 'Tirchi Topiwale' ‘

‘Dhurandhar: The Revenge’ incorporates several well-known tracks from different eras, using them within key moments of the narrative. These songs, ranging from Bollywood classics to international and Sufi music, have distinct origins and gained recognition for their composition, cultural context, or popularity at the time of release. Here is a closer look at the tracks and their background.

The track ‘Aari Aari’ gained popularity in the early 2000s through Bombay Rockers, who were known for remixing Punjabi folk elements with Western pop and hip-hop. The song became widely circulated across clubs and music channels, especially among younger audiences. Its rhythmic structure and remix format contributed to its recall value. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is used during a fast-paced action sequence featuring Ranveer Singh.

‘Hum Pyar Karne Wale’ is part of the soundtrack of ‘Dil’, starring Aamir Khan and Madhuri Dixit. Sung by Udit Narayan and Anuradha Paudwal, the song contributed to the film’s commercially successful music album. During the 1990s, such romantic tracks played a key role in driving cassette and CD sales. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is placed within a tense narrative moment, creating contrast with the visuals.

‘Didi’ is a 1992 track by Algerian artist Khaled and belongs to the Raï genre, which blends traditional North African sounds with modern instrumentation. The song achieved international recognition and charted across Europe, becoming one of Khaled’s most widely known works. Its cross-cultural appeal led to its usage in various global contexts. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is used during a stylised character introduction.

This qawwali by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan originates from his earlier body of work in the late 1970s and later gained wider circulation through recordings and live performances. Known for its classical structure and extended vocal improvisations, the track is part of the traditional qawwali format. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is used in the opening phase of a character introduction, aligning with the tone of the scene.

‘Tamma Tamma’ featured in ‘Thanedaar’, starring Sanjay Dutt and Madhuri Dixit, with vocals and composition by Bappi Lahiri and Anuradha Paudwal. The track reflects the disco-influenced sound that was prominent in late 1980s Hindi cinema. It became one of the recognisable dance numbers of its time and has since been reused and remixed. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it appears during a key plot-driven sequence.

‘Tirchi Topiwale’ is part of the soundtrack of ‘Tridev’, which featured Sunny Deol, Jackie Shroff and Naseeruddin Shah. Sung by Amit Kumar and Sapna Mukherjee, the song contributed to the film’s commercial success. The soundtrack of ‘Tridev’ was widely distributed and remains associated with late 1980s Bollywood music trends. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is used within a flashback segment.

‘Man Atkeia Beparwah De Naal’ is a qawwali recorded by Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan in 1992. It is part of the Sufi musical tradition, often performed in live settings and later distributed through albums. The song is known for its lyrical focus on spiritual longing and devotion, which are common themes in qawwali compositions. In ‘Dhurandhar 2’, it is featured in the post-credit sequence, marking a transitional moment in the narrative.