The cinematic offering “Kalank,” a 2019 Hindi film, found little favor at the box office, yet managed to captivate audiences with its musical compositions, notably the resurgent popularity of the “Ghar More Pardesiya” song. This particular melody, featuring the mesmerizing dance sequences of Alia Bhatt, has experienced a resurgence, gaining traction in the online sphere. A digital platform dubbed The Academy recently shared a snippet of this musical number, spotlighting Alia Bhatt’s performance across social media platforms in the early hours of Thursday.
Alia Bhatt promptly acknowledged the post, disseminating it on her Instagram Story and conveying her appreciation through the depiction of a sun, a crimson heart, and a handcrafted heart emoji. Notably, this marks the second occasion where a musical rendition by vocalist Shreya Ghoshal has garnered attention on The Academy’s official Instagram handle. Earlier this year, her mellifluous rendition of “Deewani Mastani” from Sanjay Leela Bhansali’s 2016 cinematic masterpiece “Bajirao Mastani” also received commendation from the aforementioned platform.
Enthusiasts of Shreya Ghoshal were elated with this recent development, as evidenced by one social media user’s comment, “Shreya Ghoshal has rendered this song with unparalleled mastery.” Another admirer expressed, “Shreya Ghoshal’s vocal prowess resonates profoundly in the realm of Indian classics (accompanied by a crimson heart emoji).” The indelible imprint of the songstress’s commanding vocals on the musical landscape is unmistakable.
“Kalank,” under the directorial helm of Abhishek Varman, boasts an illustrious ensemble cast, featuring luminaries such as Alia Bhatt, Madhuri Dixit Nene, Sanjay Dutt, Aditya Roy Kapur, Varun Dhawan, and Sonakshi Sinha. Despite the formidable backing of Karan Johar’s esteemed production house, Dharma Productions, and an extensive promotional campaign, the cinematic endeavor failed to resonate with audiences. Nevertheless, its musical oeuvre continues to enchant aficionados.
