Gazal Gazal by Humane Sagar, Diptirekha Padhi

Gazal Gazal arrived from the Gazal Gazal album and quickly became one of the most replayed tracks of 2022. What makes Gazal Gazal musically distinctive is the composition by Humane Sagar, Diptirekha Padhi, Prem Anand, which balances simplicity with depth.

The voice of Humane Sagar, Diptirekha Padhi carries Gazal Gazal 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.

2022 was a strong year for Odia music, and Gazal Gazal was among the reasons why. Some music is background. Gazal Gazal demands attention — not aggressively, but in the way a good conversation does.

At 4:21, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. Songs like Gazal Gazal are the reason people fall in love with Odia music and never quite fall out of it.