Deewane Bholenath Ke by Arvind Akela Kallu

Not every song from Deewane Bholenath Ke lingers, but Deewane Bholenath Ke is the one that stays. Priyanshu Singh has a history of strong work, and the music on Deewane Bholenath Ke is among the most memorable of it.

There are singers who perform songs and singers who live inside them. On Deewane Bholenath Ke, Arvind Akela Kallu clearly belongs in the second group. On screen, a talented ensemble cast bring the emotional world of the song to life in a way that enhances rather than competes with the music.

2022 was a strong year for Bhojpuri music, and Deewane Bholenath Ke was among the reasons why. Whether it plays on a long drive, during a quiet evening at home, or through earphones on a crowded commute, the song meets the listener where they are.

Running to 2:40, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. Deewane Bholenath Ke has earned its place in the catalogue of Bhojpuri music that genuinely matters. The listeners who found it early already knew.