Gulgule by Renuka Panwar, MST

Few songs from 2020 have held their ground as well as Gulgule, a track that keeps finding new audiences. JRB Bunty sets the tone from the very first bar — it is clear from the opening notes that this song means business.

What sets this recording apart is how Renuka Panwar, MST handles the emotional weight — never overplaying, never holding back. Hearing Gulgule without thinking of a talented ensemble cast is almost impossible for anyone who has seen Gulgule.

2020 was a strong year for Haryanvi music, and Gulgule 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.

In 3:17 minutes, Gulgule builds, opens up, and resolves in a way that feels complete rather than truncated. Songs like Gulgule are the reason people fall in love with Haryanvi music and never quite fall out of it.