With her soulful and powerful voice, acclaimed singer Shibani Kashyap breathes life into Jashn-e-Nari, a vibrant anthem celebrating the strength, spirit, and diversity of women across India. More than just a song, Jashn-e-Nari is a joyful tribute that captures the myriad emotions, challenges, and triumphs of women from all walks of life. Produced by the NGO Nari First to amplify women’s voices nationwide, the track was launched with great fanfare by Delhi’s Chief Minister
Rekha Gupta at a grand event organized by Delhi Tourism and the Delhi Government. Shibani opens up in this exclusive chat about the inspiration behind the song, the powerful stories behind its music video, and why this anthem resonates deeply in today’s world.
If Jashn-e-Nari had to be labeled as the women’s anthem of the year, what are the three things that make it fit the bill?Jashn-e-Nari has all the ingredients to be the women’s anthem of the year. First, the music is peppy and vibrant, very foot-tapping and catchy. Lyrically, it captures the many moods and colours of a woman, and every woman, no matter where she’s from, can relate to these words and the music. Finally, the music video features women from every walk of life, whether it’s a simple housewife sharing her story, a woman army officer, a classical dancer, a pilot, or a singer like me. It’s about every woman, and every woman is special. That’s the core message.
Jashn-e-Nari talks about unity, strength, and the indomitable spirit of women. What emotions did the lyrics evoke when you first read them, and how did it feel to bring those emotions to life while singing?When Nari first approached me to sing this song, I read the lyrics and was instantly inspired. The words were so relatable. It felt like a true celebration of women, full of happiness and positive energy. That naturally brought a smile to my face, and I wanted to express that feeling of joy and power through my singing. Jashn-e-Nari hai Hamari poori Tayari.
The music video features real-life sheroes, from army officers and police personnel to yoga experts and homemakers, all telling their unique stories. What was it like spending time with them during the shoot?The video was choreographed by Sandeep Soparkar, directed by Aaziz Zee, and produced by Nari First. It turned out so real and vibrant. Spending time with these incredible women was truly inspiring. Each had a unique story, their own challenges, and a remarkable way of balancing everything in life. It wasn’t about beauty or glamour, but about inner strength and confidence. Even those who didn’t fit conventional beauty norms owned their presence with such elan. Watching them perform was a learning experience for me.
The song was written and produced by Nari First, an NGO dedicated to amplifying women’s voices. How does Nari First help make this message accessible to women across the country?Nari First isn’t just an NGO; it’s a platform where women from all walks of life feel free to share their views, talents, stories, struggles, joys—everything. It’s a community. The founder, Aikta Sharma, has a wonderful vision and keeps the Nari First women engaged through activities like Jewel of India, a unique beauty pageant focused on grooming and mentoring.
Shooting the Jashn-e-Nari video felt like a reunion of the Nari First family, with many coming together to sing and celebrate. Our honorable Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ji loved it so much that she even danced to it on release day.
Nari First is very active on social media, with women from all over India participating and reaching out. Our next big event is in Mauritius, we’re truly going global!
The song was launched by Delhi's CM Rekha Gupta at an event organized by Delhi Tourism and the Delhi Government. What was it like performing the song live for the first time in front of over 3,000 people? And what were Rekha ji's first words to you after hearing it?It was an unforgettable moment for me, singing Jashn-e-Nari live at the Teej festival in front of over 3,000 people, alongside our Chief Minister Rekha Gupta ji. She immediately lit up and even started dancing as soon as the song began. Her first words were, “Wow, badhiya!” Later, she shared a reel of that moment on her official page. That was the biggest compliment, not just for me, but for the entire Nari First community. It was a huge encouragement.
Many Indian songs today face criticism for objectifying women through their lyrics and visuals. Do you think a track like Jashn-e-Nari is the need of the hour to bring positive change in how people see women?Absolutely. It’s really sad to see songs that objectify women. We need more songs like Jashn-e-Nari, songs that bring meaning, substance, respect, and joy for women. It’s catchy, meaningful, and celebratory. And thankfully, it’s been receiving a wonderful response everywhere.
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