In a tribute to the timeless emotions of love and heartbreak, the iconic song “Zihaal-E-Miskin” has been given a contemporary twist by some of the most talented names in the music industry. Originally sung by the legendary Lata Mangeshkar and Shabbir Kumar with music composed by the renowned duo Laxmikant Pyarelal, the new rendition of “Zihaal-E-Miskin” promises to captivate audiences and evoke a renewed sense of longing.
 
The new version of “Zihaal-E-Miskin” has been crafted by the popular music composer duo Javed Mohsin, who have infused the song with a modern sensibility while maintaining the poetic essence of the original in the soulful voices of Vishal Mishra and Shreya Ghoshal. The heartfelt lyrics penned by the esteemed Gulzar have also been given a fresh interpretation by the talented lyricist Kunaal Verma in this revamped rendition.
 
In addition to the mesmerizing music, the accompanying music video adds a visual dimension to the heartfelt narrative. Shot in the breathtakingly arid landscapes of Jodhpur, the video pays homage to the original video in the film, creating a powerful connection between the past and the present. Starring Nimrit Ahluwalia, a popular finalist from the reality show Big Boss 2023, and the immensely popular digital content creator and influencer Rohit Zinjurke, the music video perfectly captures the emotional weight and grandeur associated with the song.

Sharing her thoughts on the revamped version of the iconic song Zihaal, Shreya Ghoshal expressed, “Taking an old classic and giving it a fresh spin for a new audience really bridges the gap between generations. Zihaal-E-Miskin is like a timeless gem of love and heartbreak. It’s daunting to take on a song that has been immortalised by the great Lata Mangeshkar, but this is my humble attempt at recreating the song along with Vishal Mishra and l think composers   Javed, Mohsin, and lyricist Kunnal,  have given the song a new sound while preserving the song’s essence. It’s a beautiful reimagination of the song and I hope it finds its place in the hearts of today’s audiences.”

The popular composer duo Javed-Mohsin shared, “Zihaal-E-Miskin is like a timeless melody and what an incredible opportunity we got to reimagine this classic for today’s generation. We’ve put our heart and soul into maintaining the original song’s timeless charm while infusing it with a contemporary vibe. Kunnal’s heartfelt lyrics, coupled with the enchanting voices of Shreya Ji and Vishal, have truly added a new dimension to the song. We believe that the song’s emotional warmth will captivate listeners of all ages.”

As one of the biggest singing sensations in the country, Vishal Mishra expressed his excitement about the revisited version of the cult classic Zihaal-E-Miskin, saying, ” A little known fact that that the iconic song itself was inspired from the poetry of the great Amir Khusrau. So we had a huge legacy to withhold when the team got into reimagining the song for today’s time. I can humbly say that the new Zihaal has turned out to be an absolute beauty and I have tried to evoke the same sense of loss and heartbreak as the original. THIS IS MY DEDICATION TO THE ALMIGHTY LATA MANGESHKAR JI & the reaction I got from Shabbir Kumar Sir after hearing the teaser ( he said Apne char chaand Laga diye) gives me immense satisfaction & now it’s for people to make this their own & give us love.”

Celebrated actress Nimrit Kaur Ahluwalia who is, doing her first music video after a long break and fresh out of the Big Boss latest season, shared, “I am elated with the response to the teaser, says “The entire idea is to pay tribute to the original and make the younger generation, who may be unaware of the original, sample this beautiful classic”. She further added:  “The overwhelming response to the teaser is very encouraging. It was challenging shooting in the summers of Rajasthan, but we were all so driven to come out with a great video that we pulled through. I am really excited that the video is now out for all to see”

“Zihaal E Miskin is more than just a simple song for me. It’s an emotion which I connected to instantly. The original version had striking visuals and the melody is such a soulful one. Javed Mohsin’s new version pays such a fitting tribute to the original, and shooting the video has been an incredible experience. The video has a dramatic classic love story of love and loss, and I am so happy to see how its finally turned out. I hope my fans love it”, said the immensely popular digital content creator Rohit Zinjurke
 
“Zihaal-E-Miskin” has stood the test of time as one of the classic songs of love and heartbreak. With this contemporary rendition, music enthusiasts and fans of the original will have the opportunity to experience the magic of the song in a fresh and captivating way.

The new version of “Zihaal-E-Miskin” is now available on all major streaming platforms, and the music video can be viewed on popular video sharing platforms.

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