Himesh Reshammiya, Akasa Singh groove to 'Dard E Dil' for Gunmaaster G9
Synopsis
Himesh Reshammiya — Bloomberg's #22 most influential pop star of 2025 and the only Indian on the list — is riding a hat-trick of declared 'historic hits' for Gunmaaster G9, now teaming up with Akasa Singh on a reel for 'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar' ahead of the film's 27 November 2026 worldwide release.
Key Takeaways
Himesh Reshammiya and Akasa Singh shared a reel grooving to 'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar' on Instagram on 31 October 2026 .
The track is from the upcoming film Gunmaaster G9 , releasing worldwide on 27 November 2026 .
Reshammiya called it the third 'historic hit' after 'Afsana Banaya Aapne' and 'Do Din Ki Zindagi' .
Gunmaaster G9 stars Emraan Hashmi , Genelia D'Souza , Aparshakti Khurana , and Abhishek Singh , directed by Aditya Datt .
Reshammiya holds over 1,300 credited songs and was ranked #22 on Bloomberg's World's Most Influential Pop-stars list in 2025 .
Singer-composer Himesh Reshammiya has shared a new reel on Instagram featuring singer Akasa Singh, with the duo grooving together to his track 'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar' — one of the songs from the upcoming action-romance film Gunmaaster G9, slated for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 November 2026.
The Song and Its Reception
Reshammiya used the reel to express gratitude to fans for what he called an 'unprecedented blockbuster response' to the track. In his Instagram caption, he wrote: 'Jai MATADI Let's Rock thanks for the unprecedented blockbuster response to DARD E DIL DARD E JIGAR written by #soniakapoorreshammiya...' He positioned the song as the third consecutive hit in a run that includes 'Afsana Banaya Aapne' and 'Do Din Ki Zindagi', describing all three as 'historic hits.' He also invited fans to make their own reels using the song.
About Gunmaaster G9
The film features a high-profile ensemble cast including Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D'Souza, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Singh. It is directed by Aditya Datt and produced by Deepak Mukut, Hunar Mukut, and Sangeeta Ahir, presented under the banner of Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. The film is set for a worldwide theatrical bow on 27 November 2026.
Reshammiya's Remarkable Career Footprint
Reshammiya's involvement in the film adds considerable commercial weight. With over 1,300 credited songs to his name, he began his career as a music director with Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya in 1998 before making his acting debut in Aap Kaa Surroor in 2007. In 2025, he was ranked #22 on Bloomberg's World's Most Influential Pop-stars list, becoming the only Indian artist to feature on the ranking that year.
Indian Idol: Legends Return
Beyond films, Reshammiya has also returned to the judge's chair on Indian Idol: Legends Return. On 5 October, he said: 'Indian Idol ke itihaas ki sabse bari jung lekar aa raha hoon main... Let's begin!' (I am bringing the biggest battle in the history of Indian Idol... Let's begin.) He elaborated that the new season will see past Idol stars 'prove themselves again,' adding: 'Kyunki sirf ek baar jeetna kaafi nahi hota, baar baar jeetna padta hai.' (Because winning just once is not enough, you have to win again and again.)
With Gunmaaster G9 releasing on 27 November 2026, audience response to the film's music will be an early indicator of its box-office prospects.
Point of View
But Reshammiya's social media pull is real — with over 1,300 songs and a Bloomberg pop-star ranking, he remains one of Bollywood's most bankable music brands. Gunmaaster G9 lands in a crowded November window, and the pre-release music strategy — declaring consecutive 'historic hits' — is as much about shaping audience expectation as it is about charting. Whether the box office validates the framing depends on Emraan Hashmi's commercial standing, which has been uneven post his peak run.
NationPress
31 Oct 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is 'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar'?
'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar' is a song composed by Himesh Reshammiya for the upcoming Bollywood film Gunmaaster G9, written by Sonia Kapoor Reshammiya. Reshammiya has described it as a 'historic hit,' following the success of two other tracks from the same film.
When does Gunmaaster G9 release?
Gunmaaster G9 is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on 27 November 2026. The film is directed by Aditya Datt and produced under Soham Rockstar Entertainment Pvt. Ltd.
Who stars in Gunmaaster G9?
The film features Emraan Hashmi, Genelia D'Souza, Aparshakti Khurana, and Abhishek Singh. It is an action-romance directed by Aditya Datt.
What is Himesh Reshammiya's Bloomberg ranking?
In 2025, Himesh Reshammiya was ranked #22 on Bloomberg's World's Most Influential Pop-stars list, making him the only Indian artist to feature on the ranking that year.
What is Akasa Singh's role in the Gunmaaster G9 song?
Akasa Singh features as a collaborative performer alongside Himesh Reshammiya in the promotional reel for 'Dard E Dil Dard E Jigar.' Reshammiya described her as 'super talented' while inviting fans to create their own reels using the track.
