SRINAGAR: Music director duo Saleem-Suleman have partnered with Kashmiri folk singer Gulzar Ahmad Ganie for an upcoming project. Previously, Saleem-Suleman showcased the talents of Kashmiri folk singers such as Abdul Rashid Hafiz and Noor Mohammad Shah.
“Nazeen,” sung by Noor Mohammad, became an instant hit and garnered 12 million views on YouTube.
Similarly, “Meri Jaan” by Abdul Rashid Hafiz also became an anthem and amassed over eight million views on YouTube.
Music Survey 2023 suggest more professionals joined the top 10 musical videos that Kashmir consumed in the year. KL Graphic: Malik KaisarThe music directors announced the collaboration on their social media handles, which has piqued the interest of their fans for the upcoming melody.
“Gulzar bhai is a celebrated Kashmiri traditional singer. I’m thrilled to have him and Raj Pandit on #bhoomi24,” posted Salim Merchant on his official social media handles.
The announcement has stirred excitement among his fans and music enthusiasts from across India, who eagerly await the release of the track.
“Great to see the legend of sufi singing Ustad Gulzar Ganie sahab teaming up with the great legend of the music industry Salim Merchant in… #Bhoomi24. Congratulations and best wishes,” responded music lover and social media user Sanjay Pandita.
“Gulzar Ganaie Bhai is one of the most popular folk artists of our Kashmir. Wishing him and the Bhoomi team the best of luck,” responded noted Kashmiri singer Waheed Jeelani.
The music director duo are known for blending folk and modern music in their musical journey ‘Bhoomi’
Fans expect Gulzar Ahmad Ganie’s melody to surpass all boundaries, given the singer’s huge fan base in Kashmir and across India.
Ganie is a noted folk singer of Kashmir and a Grade-A artist of All India Radio. He has captivated audiences across the country with his magnificent voice.
He has also released several CDs and cassettes on Kashmiri folk music and has composed for Doordarshan Kashmir. (KNO)
