MANKA by Dabzee, Thudwiser

When Dabzee, Thudwiser recorded MANKA, something special happened in the studio — and listeners have felt it ever since. The production by Dabzee, Thudwiser, Peer Muhammad, OV Abdhulla is understated in the best way — supportive without overshadowing the vocal.

Dabzee, Thudwiser delivers the lyrics with a nuance that turns an already strong song into something genuinely moving. The chemistry of a talented ensemble cast is embedded in every moment of MANKA, making it as much a performance as a song.

2024 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and MANKA was among the reasons why. It is the kind of track that works at full volume with friends and equally well in a quiet room alone — the mood adjusts without the song changing.

Running to 4:21, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. This is music that holds up — not because it is perfect, but because it is honest, and honesty in a song is irreplaceable.