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Hindustan Times
33 minutes ago
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Ahaan Panday dedicates Saiyaara success to late dadi, Aneet Padda is ‘scared of what's next' as film crosses ₹500 crore
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'It draws from the journey I've been on over the past few years', says Monali Thakur on new song 'Ek Baar Phir'
Monali Thakur is a supremely talented playback singer who has lent her voice to numerous songs in multiple languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, and Kannada. read more National Award-winning singer Monali Thakur has carved a niche for herself as one of the most soulful and versatile voices in Indian music. Known for delivering iconic hits and evergreen melodies, she continues to captivate audiences, with fans eagerly looking forward to each of her new releases. And finally, the wait is over, as her new song Ek Baar Phir has been released, stirring our emotional core. Exploring the themes of betrayal, heartbreak, and abuse, the song is inspired by Monali's personal journey, allowing her to channel the emotions connected to her past. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Ek Baar Phir is yet another fabulous creation by Monali. Melodious, heart-touching, and emotionally rich, the song dives deep into the themes of love, resilience, trauma, and the unbreakable bond of family. It is truly a beautiful melody that is sure to find a lasting place in our playlists. While speaking about her attachment with the song, Monali said, 'This song is deeply personal to me, it draws from the journey I've been on over the past few years. What many don't know is how challenging those years truly were. I had lost myself trying to cope with loss and trauma, and was struggling to find hope. It's the song of my journey in finding that hope and love again and finding the strength to survive all the challenges of life and not giving up. That hope & love became my anchor, my strength, and ultimately, the heart of this song.' Known for her soul-stirring hits like Moh Moh Ke Dhaage and Sawaar Loon, Monali continues to be a powerful voice in Indian music. While she has received several accolades for her exceptional singing, the biggest honor came in the form of the prestigious National Award for Best Female Playback Singer for Moh Moh Ke Dhaage from the film Dum Laga Ke Haisha. She has also song amazing songs like, Sawaar Loon, Cham Cham, Badri Ki Dulhania and many more. Monali Thakur is a supremely talented playback singer who has lent her voice to numerous songs in multiple languages, including Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, and Kannada.
