Khalbali Hai Khalbali
A.R.Rahman · Rang De Basanti
Lyricist: Prasoon Joshi
Singers: A.R.Rahman
[Khalbali hai khalbali.. (3)
Hai khalbali]--- (5)
[Shola shola balkhaye
Dariya dariya lehraye
Zarra zarra tharraye
Hai khalbali-- (2)
[Khalbali hai khalbali - (3) hai khalbali]---- (3)
Hone hone de nasha khone khone ko hai kya -- (2)
Ek saans mein pee ja zara zindagi chadha
Hai yeh toh ek jashan tu thirakne de kadam
Abhi saanson mein hai dam abhi chalne de sitam
Aankhon mein hai khalbali
Dhadkanon mein khalbali
Mausamo mein khalbali
Hai khalbali
Kaisi yeh tabdili hai
Sheeshi botal pee li hai
Raat neeli neeli hai
Hai khalbali
[Ham lapatke saaye hai
Ham sulagne aaye hai
Ghar bata ke aaye hai
Hai khalbali]-- (2)
[Khalbali hai khalbali - (3) hai khalbali]---- (3)
Khalbali Hai Khalbali
A.R. Rahman's 'Khalbali Hai Khalbali' serves as the energetic centerpiece of the 2006 film 'Rang De Basanti,' marking a pivotal moment in his career. The track blends traditional Indian instrumentation with a driving, rhythmic beat that defines the dance sequences of the era. Composed by Rahman, the song exemplifies his ability to fuse cultural roots with contemporary pop sensibilities, creating a sound that became synonymous with Indian cinema's dance revival. Its upbeat tempo and catchy melody made it an instant hit, influencing subsequent Bollywood compositions and cementing Rahman's status as a master of the genre. The recording remains a definitive example of his work during the mid-2000s, showcasing his signature approach to blending orchestral textures with vibrant percussion.