Dil Mein Hulchul - Elaan by Sunidhi Chauhan, KK, Anu Malik

Some songs are made for a single moment. Dil Mein Hulchul - Elaan is made for all of them. The production by Anu Malik is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

The performance by Sunidhi Chauhan, KK, Anu Malik is the centrepiece here — controlled where it needs to be, open where it counts. The chemistry of a talented ensemble cast is embedded in every moment of Dil Mein Hulchul - Elaan, making it as much a performance as a song.

The song dates from 2005, but nothing about it sounds dated — the emotions it captures are not tied to a moment. There is no right time to listen to Dil Mein Hulchul - Elaan. There is only the moment you press play and realise it was the right choice.

At 6:11, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. The track stands as evidence that Sunidhi Chauhan, KK, Anu Malik and Anu Malik, working together, are capable of something well above the ordinary.