Babbu Maan by Surender Romio

Surender Romio has delivered memorable performances before, but Babbu Maan sits comfortably among the very best. Raju Punjabi has a history of strong work, and the music on Babbu Maan is among the most memorable of it.

The voice of Surender Romio carries Babbu Maan effortlessly, which is the highest compliment a song can give its singer. The connection between a talented ensemble cast and this song is part of what makes it resonate beyond the film itself.

2020 was a strong year for Haryanvi music, and Babbu Maan was among the reasons why. There is no right time to listen to Babbu Maan. There is only the moment you press play and realise it was the right choice.

The 3:38 runtime feels perfectly judged — long enough to develop its ideas, short enough to compel a second play. The song continues to find new listeners, which is the surest sign that it was made with something genuine at its core.