Remix or rewind dives into the great debate—why some
love the remakes, but most crave the classics.
By Ameya Goel
Bollywood remixes are taking over the music scene, and honestly,
it’s a mix of nostalgia, fun, and a little bit of confusion. While
some die-hard fans are grooving to these new beats, others are
shaking their heads in disbelief.
Ranbir Arora, a 20-year-old studying BBA from IILM Lodhi, who
loves the old-school charm of Bollywood music. He says, “I
mean, I get it—some tunes need a little upgrade. But when I heard
‘Dil Dhadakne Do’ from Zindagi Na Milegi Dobara turned into a
club banger, I almost cried. The original felt real, now it just feels
synthetic”. He’s not wrong the remix culture tends to give new life
to classic songs, but sometimes, they lose their soul.
Gaurika Singh a 19-year-old, pursuing fashion business at
Instituto Marangoni London who absolutely loved the remixed
versions. She says,“Who doesn’t love a good Jai Jai Shivshankar
from War or the ‘Gulabi Aankhen’ rework from Satyam Shivam
Sundaram? These tracks give me the old Bollywood vibes but with
a fresh twist! And don’t even get me started on ‘Aankh Marey’ from
Simmba—it’s a total party banger!”
Take the remix of “Tip Tip Barsa Pani” from Mohra—now revamped
in Sooryavanshi, or “Chura Ke Dil Mera”, remixed in Baazigar and
reused in Race 3. Fans like Ankit, a DJ from Mumbai, argues,
“Some remixes are fun, especially for the club scene. But, to be
honest, nothing beats the original ‘Pehla Nasha’. No remix can
match that energy.”
Whether you’re loving them or loathing them, Bollywood remixes
are here to stay. So, let’s just dance and enjoy the beats while we
can!
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