Why Does Papon Call ‘Ul Jalool Ishq’ His New Favorite?
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Key Takeaways
- Papon describes 'Ul Jalool Ishq' as his new favorite due to its emotional depth.
- The collaboration with Vishal Bhardwaj and Gulzar adds significant artistic value to the song.
- 'Gustaakh Ishq' promises a captivating love story set in a rich cultural backdrop.
- The film's release is highly anticipated, scheduled for November 21, 2025.
- Fans can enjoy 'Ul Jalool Ishq' on various music platforms now.
Mumbai, Oct 31 (NationPress) Papon is thrilled with the overwhelming response to his new track “Ul Jalool Ishq”, which he has declared as his latest favorite due to its innocence and purity.
Expressing heartfelt appreciation to his fans, Papon shared with IANS: “Ul Jalool Ishq is incredibly special to me and has become my current favorite. The composition by Vishal Bhardwaj and the lyrical brilliance from Gulzar saab created a magical experience right from the start.”
This enchanting song, performed by Papon and Shilpa Rao, is part of the forthcoming romantic drama Gustaakh Ishq, produced by Manish Malhotra under his Stage5 Production label.
Papon expressed his gratitude, stating, “I’m truly touched by the love it’s receiving and feel honored that Manish Malhotra entrusted me with a song that embodies such innocence and purity. It’s one of those rare tracks that lingers in your heart long after it concludes.”
With music by Vishal Bhardwaj and lyrics by Gulzar, “Ul Jalool Ishq” beautifully evokes the nostalgic essence of love and longing, complemented by the performances of lead actors Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh.
Produced by Manish Malhotra’s Stage5 Productions, Gustaakh Ishq is directed by Vishal Bhardwaj, featuring Vijay Varma and Fatima Sana Shaikh in pivotal roles.
The film is described as a period romance that unfolds a love story set against the enchanting backdrop of Old Delhi's bylanes and the historic mansions of Punjab. Its narrative promises to be a passionate exploration of unspoken desires.
Set to be released on November 21, 2025, “Ul Jalool Ishq” is now available for streaming on all major music platforms.
Papon began his musical career in 1998 with the Assamese song “Nasaba Sokule” from the album Snigdha Junak. He released his debut album, Junaki Raati, in 2004.
His Bollywood debut came in 2006 with “Om mantra” from the film Strings - Bound by Faith. In 2011, he gained recognition with the song “Jiyein Kyun” from Dum Maro Dum, marking his first major success. Subsequent hits included “Lakeerein” for Kya Dilli Kya Lahore and “Sun RI Bavli” in Lakshmi.
In 2015, he lent his voice to “Moh moh ke dhage” for Dum Laga Ke Haisha and “Humnava” in Hamari Adhuri Kahani. He also sang “Bulleya” for the film Sultan.