Coke Studio releases the third song from Season 14 – ‘Sajan Das Na’.

Coke Studio brings together Momina Mustehsan and Atif Aslam in slow-jam treat ‘Sajan Das Na’,the third song from Season 14, to hash out what fame and relationships mean in our time.

Duets are expected at Coke Studio, but this one flips a few expectations. In ‘Sajan Das Na’, we meet two lovers arguing. Atif throws his hands up, blaming the distance between them on his celebrity.

Like a 21^st century queen, Momina stands her ground, both plaintively asking; “sweetheart, tell me what I should do?” This is an exchange for an era in which fame is a 24-hour job, and where women can and should expect more of men. 

There’s no mistaking that these characters are megastars from Faraz Sheikh and Alishay Adnan’s styling. Momina’s look is pulled together and in control, Atif’s co-ords send the best kind of chaotic energy. Video Director Kamal Khan plays up the chill between them, setting the two under cold-toned lights in minimal surroundings, with the duo singing to each other but never meeting.

For all its laments, ‘Sajan Das Na’ is a party track with Atif Aslam, ATIF ASLAM ladies and gentlemen, going R&B. The visuals are a warning however. Split-spectrum projections shatter shadows into rainbows, showing a split of heart and mind. Production Designer Beenish Umer’s screens blink aimlessly on the floor in a nod to technology; reminding us that romance may be a swipe away but somehow, we remain lonelier than ever.

‘Sajan Das Na’ can be viewed here:

Song Credits:
Program/Event:	Coke Studio
Season Number:	14
Song Number:	03
Song Title:	Sajan Das Na
Singers:	Atif Aslam and Momina Mustehsan
Curated by:	Xulfi
Produced by:	Xulfi
Song Concept by:	Xulfi and Adnan Dhool
Written by:	Adnan Dhool
additional lyrics by:	Momina Mustehsan
Composed by:	Xulfi, Abdullah Siddiqui, Adnan Dhool and Momina Mustehsan
Music Arranged and Produced by:	Xulfi and Abdullah Siddiqui
Mixed by:	Xulfi
Video Director:	Kamal Khan
Production Designer:	Beenish Umer
Art Director:	Beenish Umer
Stylist:	Mavi Kiyani, Faraz Sheikh and Alishay Adnan

The highly anticipated official sound track for Sinf e Aahan by Zeb Bangash out now.

The original soundtrack for the most talked about drama serial directed by film and television director Nadeem Baig, ‘Sinf e Aahan’ sung by the talented and renowned Zeb Bangash is out now.

The soundtrack has been composed by Asim Azhar and Hassan Ali Hashmi and is sung by Zeb Bangash along with Asim Azhar. The music for the track has been composed by Qasim Azhar. The song goes with the storyline of 5 young women played by Sajal Aly, Yumna Zaidi, Kubra Khan, Syra Yousuf & Ramsha Khan and their individual journey to becoming officials in the Pakistan Army. 

“I feel honoured to be a part of this soundtrack with such a talented team behind it,” commented Zeb Bangash. “It’s an empowering and melodious track that depicts the struggle and bravery of the women of steel in the show.”

The soundtrack is out now on ARY Digital’s YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/QAlY3rStjhI

About Zeb Bangash: Zeb Bangash, is a renowned Pakistani singer and composer. The talented singer has appeared in five seasons of Coke Studio since 2009, giving us landmark hits like Aja Re More Saiyyan, Roshe, Dilruba Na Raazi and Chal Diye. Since then, Zeb has performed songs across borders as well including her solo song ‘Ajnabi’ in the Bollywood film Madras Café ‘Sooha Saha’ in Highway and ‘Haminastu’ in Fitoor. Back home she has lent her voice for iconic hits like  ‘Sambhal Sambhal’ from Verna, ‘Bekaraan’ from Superstar and ‘Moray Saiyyan’ from ‘Parey Hutt Love’ as well as the multiple award winning official sound track for the drama serial ‘Diyar e Dil’.

Zeb Bangash’s new song ‘Tum Saath Ho’ out now.

Renowned singer/composer Zeb Bangash, popular for her melodious voice and distinctive style, recently announced the release of her new song ‘Tum Saath Ho’. 

The song titled ‘Tum Saath Ho,’ a peppy homage to Pakistani pop-music from the 80’s, is a collaboration with the leading actor and singer of the industry, Haroon Shahid. The release of the teaser on social media last week has been met with much anticipation from fans of both artists who still remember their last chart-topping collaboration “Sambhal Sambhal” from Shoaib Mansoor’s Film, ‘Verna.’

‘Tum Saath Ho’ has been composed by Haroon Shahid, produced by Ahsan Pervaiz Mehdi and the music video is shot by the musician and visual artist Nouman Javaid. The song is available to stream on the music platform ‘Room Files’ by Bossmenn.

“Working with Haroon on this song has been thoroughly enjoyable”, commented Zeb Bangash. She further added by saying that; “Haroon and I don’t hang out all the time yet every time we work on music together we really connect , and I always like the sound that comes out in the end – funky with hints of nostalgia. This song in particular has a new age Nazia and Zoheb vibe.  I wanted to be a part of Room Files, because above everything else, I feel it’s important to support talented artists on independent new music. We (musicians) must stick together as an industry.” 

“From listening to her songs in Coke Studio, like Bibi Sanam Janam and Chal Diye, and singing songs like ‘Sambhal Sambhal’ and ‘Hum Tum’ with Zeb, we have surely come a long way,” said an excited Haroon Shahid. 

Zeb Bangash has carved a space for herself in the industry that is both mainstream and uniquely her own. Recently we heard her as the voice of the Women of Steel for the blockbuster serial ‘Sinf-e-Aahan.’

Coke Studio releases “ASMA-UL-HUSNA” recited by Atif Aslam.

Coke Studio announces the release of “ asma-ul-husna ” the 99 attributes of Allah, recited by Atif Aslam. The three and a half minute track is produced by Zulfiqar “Xulfi” Jabbar Khan, while the video is directed by Asim Raza.

Inscribed into the cultural memory of Pakistan, “ asma-ul-husna ” has taken different colours worldwide, profoundly impacting audiences with its verses. Coke Studio’s version manifests a multi-layer soundscape, beginning with the actual sounds of black hole collision, followed by the echoes of “Allah” from the iconic azaan of Makkah. The recitation borrows 24 voices from across the country to build a large vocal acapella personality and to further enhance the grandeur of the acapella, Melvin Arthur, a virtuoso musician from Quetta Pakistan, worked on crafting the choir arrangement using vocals from around the world. The track also demonstrates a unique arrangement of duffs as their grand ensemble reverberates in a large space. The whole composition finally comes together seamlessly in the vocals of Atif Aslam reciting the powerful verses.

Indeed, the release comes at an unprecedented time of crisis with the whole world gripped by the COVID-19 pandemic and the fear, anxiety and uncertainty it has brought with it. Pakistan’s front-line workers, from doctors, nurses, security personnel, and janitorial staff continuously risk their lives to help serve those affected.

In these testing circumstances, the release of “ asma-ul-husna ” is an ode to the unwavering human spirit, an expression of spiritual healing and nourishment, and a reassurance of better times ahead. The recitation ends poignantly with “Al-Saboor” or translates possessor of enduring patience, conveying a message of calm and endurance.

Speaking about the release of “ asma-ul-husna ”, Mr. Fahad Ashraf, General Manager, Coca-Cola Pakistan & Afghanistan Region, stated, “Pakistan is a deeply spiritual and indeed resilient nation, drawing on incredible reservoirs of strength in trying times. At a time when we are going through a critical moment in history, we release “ asma-ul-husna ” in cognisance of the beautiful human spirit, endeavoring to share a sense of calm, positivity and hope in the collective consciousness of the nation through the contemplative and reassuring nature of the verses.”

“ asma-ul-husna ” can be viewed here: