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India Today
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Singer Papon bows back to fan at concert in heart-winning gesture. Watch
Singer Papon delivered a memorable performance at his Pune concert on Friday, May 23. Alongside his soulful vocals, he won hearts with a touching gesture for a fan that truly stood the show, a fan came up onto the stage and bowed down to show respect. In a touching and humble gesture, Papon bowed back, surprising everyone with his kindness. The video of this sweet moment has gone the video here: Papon didn't just shine on stage, he also delighted fans with three new song releases over two months including 'Sabse Haseen Tu,' 'Room Khali Hai,' and 'Sadma'. Each track struck a chord with listeners, further cementing his status as one of the industry's most cherished a recent interview with Zoom, Papon cleared up a common confusion about his Bollywood debut. Many people think his first song was 'Om Mantra' from the 2006 film 'Strings: Bound by Faith'. But Papon said his real debut was two years earlier in 2004 with the song 'Sajna Bawre' from the film 'Let's Enjoy'. He said to the news portal, 'My Bollywood debut is Sajna Bawre from the film Let's Enjoy. Om Mantra has only one line.'Papon has also released a new song 'Room Khali Hai' from his upcoming album 'Puraa Aasman'. The lyrics are written by his friend Manoj Chaudhry from Uttarakhand. Papon described the song as a simple, emotional track about waiting for life to move whose real name is Angaraag Mahanta, is one of India's most loved singers. Known for blending folk music with contemporary styles, he has delivered several hit songs including 'Moh Moh Ke Dhaage,' 'Kaun Mera,' and 'Jiyein Kyun' among Watch
Hans India
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
14 Years of ‘Jiyein Kyun': How Papon's Soulful Ballad Redefined Bollywood Music
It's been 14 years since Jiyein Kyun from Dum Maaro Dum first graced our playlists, yet its emotional resonance remains undiminished. Sung by the king of soulful melodies, Papon, the track continues to strike a deep chord with listeners—becoming not just a fan favorite, but a defining moment in Bollywood's evolving musical landscape. A Turning Point in Papon's Musical Journey While Jiyein Kyun wasn't Papon's first playback in Bollywood—his debut being Sajana from Let's Enjoy—it was undeniably the breakthrough that introduced his unique voice to the mainstream. Reflecting on the moment, Papon expressed,'Jiyein Kyun was my first big break in Bollywood. It changed everything for me.' Composed by Pritam and penned by lyricist Jaideep Sahni, the song stood out with its haunting melody and introspective lyrics. From Assam to Bollywood: An Unplanned Path Papon's journey into Bollywood wasn't a pre-planned trajectory. In fact, he never envisioned himself as a playback singer. He said,'I had no plans from my childhood for Bollywood. I was performing in Bombay when Rohan Sippy heard me and asked if I'd like to sing for a film. Later, Pritam Da called me after listening to my Assamese album Jonaki Raati and offered me Jiyein Kyun.' That encounter sparked a shift, launching his career and leaving a lasting mark on Bollywood's musical direction. Breaking the Mold: A Voice That Defied Trends In an era when Bollywood playback singers often aimed for soaring high notes, Papon's understated depth was refreshingly different. Recalling the same, Papon shared,'Back then, everyone was singing high. I was the only newcomer who sang that low. I recorded it seven semitones lower than originally composed. That depth was both a strength and a challenge—it wasn't easy to match such a voice to the on-screen hero.' But what initially felt like an industry mismatch soon turned into his signature. An Anthem for the Heartbroken—and the Hopeful Jiyein Kyun became more than just a song—it turned into an anthem for those grappling with heartbreak and introspection. Its emotional honesty, paired with Papon's voice, made it timeless. 'Even today, at almost every concert I perform, fans request Jiyein Kyun. It's one of my favorites to sing live. I sincerely thank Pritam Da and Rohan Sippy for trusting my voice.' he shares with gratitude. A Legacy That Lives On As Jiyein Kyun celebrates 14 years, its legacy continues to echo—not only as a milestone in Papon's career but as a piece of art that still finds its way into the hearts of listeners, one note at a time.
