Ullu Ullu by Afsal

Few songs from 2026 have held their ground as well as Ullu Ullu, a track that keeps finding new audiences. The music, composed by Afsal, Thej Mervin, carries the song forward with a confidence that matches the performance.

The vocal on Ullu Ullu is among the better performances Afsal has committed to record. The chemistry of a talented ensemble cast is embedded in every moment of Ullu Ullu, making it as much a performance as a song.

2026 was a strong year for Malayalam music, and Ullu Ullu was among the reasons why. Listeners have described the experience of Ullu Ullu differently — romantic, melancholic, uplifting — which suggests the song is large enough to hold many truths.

Running to 3:42, the song is exactly as long as it needs to be, which is the hardest length for a songwriter to find. Ullu Ullu is a reminder that the best music does not need to announce itself. It only needs to be heard.