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As with any other wedding functions, this sacred function turns into a fun gathering by amping up the ante by playing the quintessential Bollywood tunes. P.S. Are you wondering what that might entail? Filled with some classic folklores to eternal favorites and new-age rhythms, we bring to you the ‘It’ Bollywood playlist that will have everyone grooving at your Mehndi, making it an unforgettable affair! Check out our recommendations below!
Whether you’re a 90’s kid or not, this classic number from the eternal love story of all times is a Mehndi anthem in its own right!
This soothing melody is all you need to get people grooving together with some heartfelt pizazz at your pre-wedding soiree.
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Continuing our love for classics, this evergreen number makes for an enlivened Mehndi number to shake a leg at even 2024 weddings!
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Whether you get your squad to dedicate it or introduce your dapper groom as he breaks the dance floor with his movie, how about recreating the high-octane energy radiated by our nation’s current ‘Heartthrob’, Ranveer Singh?
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A soothing melody that is immersed in deep sentimentality, you would have probably heard this song at the recently concluded ‘wedding of the century’ (yes, if we may proclaim), as the bride, Radhika’s graceful mother and sister performed at the altar to welcome the newest member of their family, Anant Ambani. A sweet tribute, how about getting the bride’s A-Team, her wonder women to swivel on this heartfelt number for her to-be-spouse?
Giving up for this stellar folk recreation whilst you groove to the beats of the all-female, ‘Crew’ played by bonafide superstars, promise a party like never before at your Mehndi soiree on this upbeat tune.
Your new-age Mehndi track, this is a must-have to commemorate the emerging colours and rock-solid foundation for your happily ever after.
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Well, well! No celebration is complete without this anthem for this wedding season! Am I right or am I right? Calling out to all ‘pretty ladies’, it’s time to set the stage on fire!
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Well, well, still a favourite number in the shaadi circuits, it would be a sin to forget this power-packed song from the movie Queen, isn’t it?
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It’s been more than a decade, since this chartbuster was released, but Sadi Galli continues to hold its melodious reign enlivening the atmosphere at pre-wedding festivities like the Mehendi ceremony even today.
A wondrous folklore belted by the effervescent singer, Neha Bhasin, Chitta Kukkad truly makes for a beautiful, endearing addition to your Mehendi playlist. It’s not just a song, but an emotion!
Radiating a glorious charm of our musical heritage, Aaja Re More Saiyaan rendered by Coke Studio will provide a flavoured finesse to your festivities. Do you agree?
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If this movie redefined the grandiosity of destination weddings, then this song set the tone to immerse one and all in the beauty of all-consuming love. Its traditionally eclectic éclat makes it the perfect song for your mehndi function.
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Calling out all the brides-to-be: share a sweet moment with the magnificent women in your life, as you sway to the meaningful lyrics of this celebratory classic song.
Another chartbusting recreation of a folklore, this number has our hearts and how!
Get ready to swirl as your fairytale dreams come true with your bae by your side as your loved ones cheer you on vociferously on this latest popular Bollywood song at your Mehndi madness.
Let’s admit it- we’re all feeling those wedding vibes, and tapping our foot to this number as it brilliantly uplifts the spirit of our ‘I do’ heritage.
Well, well! When everything about this movie and character (oh, hello Poo) screams being ICONIC, then how can we miss this evergreen girl power number at your Mehndi brunch?
Because girls just wanna have fun! Getting your tribe together on this melodiously cheerful number, groove away till the wee hours as you kickstart the celebrations to your new beginnings.
A precious moment for your henna-clad twirls, it would be a sin to not have this song playing at your Mehndi festivities. Are we right or are we right?
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Meant for every bosswoman/bridechilla ever, it’s time to set in those garba grooves with your favorite ladies in the house!
Sung by the current musical heartthrob of the nation, this peppy Punjabi number will sway you into a fun-filled dance-off between the ladkiwale’s and ladkewale’s, enlivening the atmosphere around.
A classic festive number, this Saathiya melody is loved even today, making it a perfect henna-immersed song to sway to on your big day!
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A soulful cover version of this magical number from Kal Ho Na Ho that was popularized by gifted singer, Armaan Malik saw several covers inspired by the same. Swaying to this beautiful number with your sister or partner in tow, it all seems as a dream, doesn’t it?
Another magical rendition of a love song that got its due about twenty years later, thanks to its stellar appearance at the ‘wedding of the century’, aka the Ambani nuptials, Dekha Tenu is a must-have to radiate those fuzzy feels at your pre-wedding splendor. Imagine walking in with your betrothed on this mesmerizing melody! We love!!
I mean, do we have to even justify this upbeat number’s presence in our playlist? P.S. It’s a sure-shot given!
Well, how to welcome the stunning bride-to-be in a true-blue Bollywood style? We show you how- this song does it and how!
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An underrated festive song from the Akshay Kumar-Anushka Sharma starrer, Patiala House, Rola Pe Gaya has it all- revered traditions, spunk and rager appeal!
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A folk-inspired rustic rendition of this popular number, here’s how you can amalgamate fashion and festivities together. Get your troupe together, and perform your hearts out in a synchronized flash mob! We anticipate major goals, people!
If you do not include the ultimate love song of this season in your festive playlist, albeit giving a heartfelt romantic performance, then are you even celebrating your undying passion, the right way?
Preserving the sanctity of the occasion, this beautiful folk rendition, Lathe Di Chaadar is all that you need to uplift the atmosphere around!
Call it an evergreen pop number, this Hritik Roshan-Vaani Kapoor song from the movie War continues to make hearts beat with its pulsating fervour!
As music lovers who keep an eye out for the latest love anthems to commemorate your happily ever after, we promise this stirring dulcet will not disappoint and tug at your heartstrings. It’s definitely waltz-worthy, if we may add!
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To all our dapper grooms, this is a sign to woo your lady love, and tell the world that she’s your one in a billion! Such a grand gesture on this famous 90’s number for our blushing bride-to-be as she sits for hours on end, applying henna will definitely win hearts all around.
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Do you wish to spend a aww-worthy moment with your bestest friend, and sometimes your worst enemy on your D-Day! While you cannot live with them, and even without, as a younger sibling, I have a confession to make- the void is real, especially so, if your sibling is a bride-to-be! And, this 90’s chartbuster encapsulates this bond in a fun-filled manner.
Personally crushing on this magical revival of this yesteryear song, Mere Mehboob Mere Sanam is a playful tune that is swiftly moving up this season’s wedding playlist. Our verdict- definitely follow this groovy bandwagon, pronto!
Now, now! While we may have taken care of your Mehndi playlist, do you need some musical inspiration to amp up your Haldi festivities? Fret not, we have you covered.
*Updated by Bhakti Parekh