The Shahid Kapoor-led remake of the Telugu hit Jersey (2019) certainly seems to be hitting the right musical notes. Sachet-Parampara's score for the film captures the melody, romance and freshness of a young couple in love. The song 'Baliye Re' is another excellent addition to the list, with lyrics by Shellee and the voices of Sachet-Parampara and Stebin Ben.
The visuals for the song capture the love, romance and post-romantic blues of the couple played by Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur in the film. Beginning as a tempestuous romance, the relationship blossoms into a supportive and loving one. Whether this love will survive the turbulence that follows in their lives is the question at the heart of the story.
The composers contrast this complex subtext with an upbeat Punjabi pop track that is catchy, to say the least. The composition starts off with the rustic Punjabi lyrics of Shellee, which lend it a bit of authenticity. Sachet Tandon's vocals are on point, with Parampara playing the supporting role. The high point is the rap by Mellow D, which lifts the tempo and energy of the track. It adds another layer to a fairly simple romantic ballad, making it more substantial.
Jersey, which also features Shahid's father Pankaj Kapur in an important role and is directed by Gowtam Tinnanuri, will be released in theatres on 31 December. Watch the 'Baliye Re' song below and tell us how keen you are to watch this film.