Holi is just two days away, and while your plans for the day are already underway, you might want to reconsider your playlists for the bash. BT gets three popular DJs — Aqeel, Chetas and Akbar Sami — to customise a list of Holi tracks for our readers. It’s not a surprise that most of the songs they that picked are evergreen classics.
Balam Pichkari (Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani)One cannot have a Holi party without this hit by Vishal Dadlani and Shalmali Kholgade.
Featuring the popular jodi,
Ranbir Kapoor and Deepika Padukone, dancing like a dream alongside each other, the song continues to be a party chartbuster to date.
Holi Ke Din Dil Khil Jate Hain (Sholay)This iconic song from Sholay features
Amitabh Bachchan, Jaya Bachchan, Dharmendra and Hema Malini. It is a must for Holi festivities.
Rang Barse (Silsila)This classic has been a Holi-beloved for decades. Featuring Amitabh Bachchan, Rekha, Jaya Bachchan and Sanjeev Kumar, this saucy and peppy song has been an all-time favourite across generations.
Hori Khele Raghuveera (Baghban)Ever since the film’s release in 2003, no Holi is complete without this rocking Amitabh Bachchan rendition.
Ishq Tera Tadpave (Sukhbir)This hit Punjabi single from the ‘90s, sung by pop singer Sukhbir, is always found on most party playlists. The groovy beats make this one a sure shot.
Badri Ki Dulhania (Badrinath Ki Dulhania)This foot-tapping number, featuring
Varun Dhawan and
Alia Bhatt, is a must on your playlist. The eccentric beats are bound to make you groove.
Aaj Na Chhodenge Bas Humjoli(Kati Patang) No Holi celebration is complete without this 1970 Rajesh Khanna and Asha Parekh song. These days, a lot of quirky remixes are also made of the classic that add to the peppiness of the track.
Jai Jai Shiv Shankar (Aap Ki Kasam)Though it’s not a typical Holi song, Holi never passes without this one. This fun rendition by Kishore Kumar and Lata Mangeshkar features Rajesh Khanna and Mumtaz, who are high on bhaang.
Subha Hone Na De (Desi Boyz) Sung by Mika Singh and Shefali Alvares, this song should be on your Holi playlist because its beats pull you towards the dance floor.
Do Me A Favour Lets Play Holi (Waqt: The Race Against Time) This groovy number, featuring Anu Malik and Sunidhi Chauhan’s playback, pacy beats and Akshay Kumar, Priyanka Chopra and Amitabh Bachchan’s energy, is sure to add zing to your Holi celebrations.