Hindi Bombay Velvet (2015)

Bombay Velvet, released on May 15, 2015, is a period drama film directed by Anurag Kashyap. The movie stars Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma, and Karan Johar in pivotal roles, marking Johar’s debut in acting in mainstream cinema. Set in the 1960s, the film revolves around a street fighter, Johnny Balraj (played by Ranbir Kapoor), and an aspiring jazz singer, Rosie Noronha (played by Anushka Sharma), against the backdrop of an evolving Bombay. The narrative delves into themes of ambition, love, and betrayal as Johnny’s ambitions lead him to become a ‘big shot’ in the city, entangling with media mogul Kaizad Khambatta (played by Johar).

The music of Bombay Velvet was composed by Amit Trivedi, known for his unique soundtracks, while the lyrics were penned by Amitabh Bhattacharya. The film’s music stands out for its jazz influences, aligning with the movie’s period setting. Singers like Neeti Mohan, Mohit Chauhan, and Shalmali Kholgade lent their voices, bringing the vibrant and eclectic soundtrack to life. Among the standout tracks from the movie are “Aam Hindustani” by Shefali Alvares, “Dhadaam Dhadaam” by Neeti Mohan, “Mohabbat Buri Bimari” by Shalmali Kholgade and Darbaan by Papon each adding a unique flavor to the film’s soundtrack. Despite its high production values and ambitious scope, Bombay Velvet did not perform as expected at the box office generating a gross income of est. ₹43.13 crore worldwide at the box office.

Here, we’ve listed all the songs of Bombay Velvet sung by Neeti Mohan, Mohit Chauhan, Shalmali Kholgade, among others, along with their lyrics and music videos. Check out the list of Bombay Velvet movie song lyrics below.