All About Alia Bhatt Starrer Gangubai Kathiawadi's Album

The Gangubai Kathiawadi album has received a lot of positive feedback from fans. However, only two songs from the film have been released so far, with the tracks portraying establishing Gangubai character, the titular woman of a brothel who becomes a prominent figure in the underworld.

Ganga Harjivandas, alias Gangubai Kathiawadi, is a mafia don and the madam of a brothel in Kamathipura, played by Alia Bhatt. She worked out of the Hiramandi red light area and was known for campaigning for the rights of sex workers. In honour of her humanitarian efforts, a statue was erected in the Kamathipura neighbourhood. The film is based on passages from Hussain Zaidi and Jane Borges' book, Mafia Queens of Mumbai. Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Dr. Jayantilal Gada produced the film, which also has Ajay Devgn playing a role. It will be released in theatres on February 25, after multiple delays owing to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Here is what we know about Gangubai Kathiawadi album:

 "Dholida" Song

This is the first song from the film to be released. Alia Bhatt is seen dancing in a white saree with gajra in her hair. Bhatt shows off her swagger on the dance floor as Gangubai, beginning with her characteristic greeting position in a white saree with vermillion on her forehead. A long shot of Bhatt whirling, hurling gulal at everyone present around her. While the song appears to be about celebrations, the purpose behind Gangubai's actions will become evident once audiences see the film.

The music has been composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, lyrics has been given by Kumaar. Gujrati lyrics has been given by Bhojak Ashok "Anjam". The song has been sang by Janhvi Shrimankar & Shail Hada and Alia Bhatt and other dancers were choreographed by Kruti Mahesh.

The song, which is available on YouTube, has received more than 50 million views in less than a week and is constantly on the trending page of the music section.

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"Jab Saiyaan" Song:

In the video, Alia Bhatt and Shantanu Maheshwari may be seen sneaking looks at each other, sensuously playing cards, and riding in a carriage together in the video. The couple's love appears innocent, yet it has a hint of mystery and mischief about it. Bhatt's love interest is played by Maheshwari, but whatever role he portrays will be revealed once the film is released.

 Singer: Shreya Ghoshal Music: Sanjay Leela Bhansali Lyrics: A M Turaz Music Arranger: Shail Hada

The song, which is also available on YouTube, has received more than 40 million views in only four days and is also constantly on the trending page of the ">music section.