Gurbani - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag by Shankar, Ehsaan, Loy, Daler Mehndi

Gurbani - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag is one of those rare Hindi tracks that manages to feel both fresh and familiar the moment it begins. The production by Shankar Mahadevan, Ehsaan Noorani, Loy Mendonsa is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

The performance by Shankar, Ehsaan, Loy, Daler Mehndi is the centrepiece here — controlled where it needs to be, open where it counts. The chemistry of Farhan Akhtar, Sonam Kapoor is embedded in every moment of Gurbani - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, making it as much a performance as a song.

2013 was a strong year for Hindi music, and Gurbani - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag was among the reasons why. The song rewards full attention but also works as company in the background — a flexibility that most tracks never achieve.

At 1:40, the track does not overstay its welcome — it says what it needs to say and leaves the listener wanting more. For anyone yet to hear Gurbani - Bhaag Milkha Bhaag, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.