Tulsi Kumar Explores Heartbreak in Fresh Afro-Pop Release ‘Raanjha Ve’!
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1mIbYUrZpY
#TulsiKumar brings a fresh sonic energy to heartbreak with her latest song ‘Raanjha Ve’, a chill Afro-pop track that blends contemporary Afro-inspired grooves with an Indian melodic touch. While the lyrics explore separation, longing and the complicated process of letting go, the music takes a more laid-back, easy-going approach, creating an interesting contrast between the emotion of the song and its natural groove.
Tulsi Kumar was closely involved in shaping the sound of the song, with several conversations and iterations along the way. She chose to work with Shayra and Abhijeet Srivastava, who understood her vision and brought it to life beautifully, following their successful collaboration on her last song. Composed by Abhijeet Srivastava and penned by Shayra Apoorva, ‘Raanjha Ve’ features Sohail Mudgal and brings together a smooth rhythm, an instantly catchy melody and a warm sonic palette. It’s a heartbreak song that doesn’t stay heavy, instead drawing you in with its Afro-pop groove and giving the emotion a sense of movement. The Indian melodic elements add a familiar, rooted touch, while the overall sound keeps the song contemporary, youthful and effortless.
Speaking about the song, Tulsi Kumar shares, “Over the past few months, I’ve been in a more reflective space, allowing myself to pause, observe and connect more deeply with what inspires me creatively. The journey of ‘Raanjha Ve’ began back in January, with conversations around the sound, genre and lyrical direction we wanted to take. I was closely involved in shaping the sound of the song, and after our last collaboration, Shayra and Abhijeet Srivastava have become collaborators who understand my vision and persistence, bringing it to life beautifully. With ‘Raanjha Ve’, I wanted to explore the feeling that exists between the urge to hold on and the simultaneous desire to let go. I didn’t want to approach this as a song that simply sits in heartbreak, but wanted it to carry a sense of strength and movement. Musically, we’ve given it an effortless, groovy quality that lets you sit with the feeling while also enjoying the music. Ranju and Kadambari beautifully understood this world and gave the music video the vision and justice it needed, bringing the emotion of the song to life visually. Some feelings find their way into songs, and ‘Raanjha Ve’ is one of them. I’m really happy to finally share it with everyone.”
The song reflects Tulsi Kumar’s evolution in contemporary pop, blending Afro-pop influences with her signature melodic style and adding a relatable emotional depth to her discography. Directed by Ranju Varghese, the music video follows Tulsi as she prepares for a concert, capturing the anticipation of performing while carrying lingering heartache onto the stage. The understated visuals and modern styling complement the song’s smooth, youthful vibe.
Presented by T-Series and Bhushan Kumar, ‘Raanjha Ve’ is exclusively live on the T-Series YouTube channel and streaming across all major platforms.
By Keerti Kadam