Ayushmann Khurrana on Udta Teer album: 'Music helps audiences connect'
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
Ayushmann Khurrana and Sara Ali Khan's upcoming drama 'Udta Teer' is set to hit screens on 23 October 2026, and the makers have raised anticipation further by launching the film's complete music album on Friday, 16 October 2026. The five-track album, composed and produced by the duo Sachin-Jigar with lyrics by Amitabh Bhattacharya, spans a range of moods from comedy to romance to patriotism.
What the Album Includes
The 'Udta Teer' album features five tracks: the title number, 'Bhootni Ka', 'Chann', and 'Choozay'. Sachin-Jigar, known for their eclectic compositional style, have crafted each track with a distinct sonic identity, while Amitabh Bhattacharya's lyrics add emotional texture across the album.
What Ayushmann Khurrana Said
Ayushmann Khurrana spoke about the role music plays in bringing a film to life. 'Music has always been such an important part of how audiences connect with a film. What I enjoy about the music of 'Udta Teer' is the variety it brings to the film,' he said. He further noted that each track carries a different energy — 'whether it's the fun and madness of 'Bhootni Ka', the attitude of 'Choozay' or the romance of 'Chann.' He added that he looks forward to 'audiences discovering the songs and finding their own favourite.'
Sara Ali Khan on the Album's Range
Sara Ali Khan echoed the sentiment, highlighting the emotional breadth of the album. 'What I love about the music of 'Udta Teer' is that no two songs feel the same. There's fun, quirk, energy, romance and patriotism,' she said. Sara described the collective album as capturing 'the many shades' of the film's world, expressing excitement for listeners to experience the variety firsthand.
Sachin-Jigar on the Creative Process
Composer duo Sachin-Jigar described the project as creatively rewarding. 'Each song called for a different approach, which made the process exciting. We wanted every track to have its own identity while still feeling like a part of the same film,' they said, crediting Amitabh Bhattacharya's lyrics and the film's vocalists for bringing diverse moods together seamlessly.
What to Expect at the Box Office
With the album out and the release date one week away, the film's promotional machinery appears to be firing on all cylinders. 'Udta Teer' marks another collaboration between Ayushmann — a consistent performer in mid-budget, content-driven cinema — and marks Sara Ali Khan's entry into that storytelling space. Whether the album's variety translates into footfalls will become clear when the film opens on 23 October 2026.