Mohalla by Afsana Khan, Abeer, Oye Kunaal

Not every song from Mohalla lingers, but Mohalla is the one that stays. Credit goes to Afsana Khan for a score that understands exactly what the song needs and nothing more.

Every line Afsana Khan, Abeer, Oye Kunaal sings feels considered, as though the performance was thought through long before recording began. The song is tied to a talented ensemble cast, whose presence gives Mohalla a visual dimension that fans of the film will always associate with it.

In 2024, Punjabi produced many songs, but Mohalla was one of the handful that genuinely cut through. It fits the playlist for almost any occasion, which is rare — most songs have a narrow emotional window. This one does not.

Running to 3:02, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. Mohalla is a reminder that the best music does not need to announce itself. It only needs to be heard.