We are just a few days away from the release of Shah Rukh Khan’s last film of 2023, Dunki. The superstar delivered mega-blockbusters with Pathaan and Jawan earlier this year. Today, SRK dropped a new song called ‘O Maahi’ from his upcoming release.
O Maahi is the second song from SRK’s Dunki, which is sung by Arijit Singh. The duo has already won people’s hearts with the soft and pure love vibes in Lutt Putt Gaya. A few days ago, an audio version of Sonu Nigam’s song ‘Nikle The Kabhi Ghar Se’ was also released.
The O Maahi video was shot in a desert in Abu Dhabi recently. The makers have revealed that the song is used for promotional purposes and that the actual track has a different illustration in the movie. Given the profound emotional impact it brings, it appears that the melody will drop at a pivotal moment in the movie. SRK and Taapsee’s romantic arc deepens with everything we’ve seen in the music video.
O Maahi got us thinking of other past Shah Rukh Khan songs filmed in the desert. From romance to poetry, the actor has painted these barren lands with his artistic touch of affection. We have listed some of them so that you can revisit them.
6 Shah Rukh Khan Songs Filmed in the Desert Like O Maahi
Satrangi Re From Dil Se
It’s a hauntingly beautiful song and one of the best in SRK’s filmography. The soaring desert backdrop reflects the song’s fierce desire. Sung by Sonu Nigam, composed by AR Rahman, and written by Gulzar, Satrangi Re has defined obsession and madness in love in different shades. Shah Rukh Khan and Manisha Koirala’s fiery chemistry intensifies everything.
Suraj Hua Maddham From Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham
What’s not to love about this song? The desert is beaming hot, Kajol makes you skip a beat in those drop-dead gorgeous looks, Sonu sings with all the devotion in his voice, and of course, there’s SRK, who makes us relish every scene he’s a part of. The steamy chemistry between two love-struck people in this sensual track will enchant you.
Yeh Dil Deewana From Pardes
Want to see SRK romanticising heartbreak with a banger, singing it loudly alone, while on a long drive in the Vegas desert? It’s a hit and popular song, so we don’t have to say much about it. Watch it again to fall in love with Khan’s unadulterated charm and to giggle at the sight of multiple SRKs performing some bizarre dance together.
Phir Raat Kati From Paheli
The entire movie is set in Rajasthan’s desert. The best idea would be to watch Paheli if you can. Otherwise, check out this sweet string puppet theatre song featuring Shah Rukh Khan and Rani Mukerji. Take in their puppetry, playfulness, and ability to add colour to the otherwise monochrome desert land.
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Zaalima From Raees
SRK once thanked Arijit Singh for making him sound like love. When you listen to Zaalima, you will understand why! The music video is just as tempting as the song, evoking pure romantic sentiments. Two gorgeous lovers, dressed in black, wandering and dancing in a vast desert and speaking the language of love… What’s not to adore? SRK and Mahira Khan’s chemistry chemistrified completely!
Jab Tak Hai Jaan Poem
Love is many things, including the inability to forgive someone who has betrayed you in ways you never imagined. In the chilly Ladakh desert, SRK is riding his bike, sporting an army uniform with a powerfully serious exterior that is colder than his surroundings. It’s one of those videos you watch on a loop and can’t get enough of!
Dunki is all set to release in theatres on December 21, 2023. Directed by Rajkumar Hirani, the film also stars Taapsee Pannu, Vicky Kaushal, Boman Irani, and others.
Which is your favourite song from the list shared above? Let us know in the comments section below.