Montage by Ranjini Mukhopadhyay

Montage is one of those rare Bengali tracks that manages to feel both fresh and familiar the moment it begins. What makes Montage musically distinctive is the composition by Santanu Basu, which balances simplicity with depth.

Ranjini Mukhopadhyay brings a warmth to Montage that no production choice could manufacture — it has to be felt, and here it is. On screen, Pratik Sen, Rituparna Sengupta bring the emotional world of the song to life in a way that enhances rather than competes with the music.

2017 was a strong year for Bengali music, and Montage 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.

At 2:11, 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 Montage, the experience ahead is a good one. For those returning, it will be as good as they remember.