Is 'Dil Ka Kya' the KK song from 'Metro...In Dino' that never was?

In an era of flashy beats and forgettable lyrics, Metro...In Dino seems to be quietly bringing back the era of emotional music that stays with you. After the heartwarming trailer and the song Zamaana Lage, Anurag Basu and Pritam have now unveiled another gem, Dil Ka Kya: a soulful ballad that dives deep into love, heartbreak, and the quiet ache of separation.

Released by T-Series, the song features a hauntingly beautiful composition by Pritam, vocals by Raghav Chaitanya, and poignant lyrics penned by Anurag Sharma. What makes this song stand out isn’t just its melody, but the emotional storytelling layered within the visuals. As the track plays out, we see glimpses of couples, Aditya Roy Kapur & Sara Ali Khan, Ali Fazal & Fatima Sana Shaikh, Pankaj Tripathi & Konkona Sen Sharma, and the seasoned pair Anupam Kher & Neena Gupta each dealing with their own moments of love, longing, and loneliness.

But what has struck an even deeper chord with fans is the nostalgic aftertaste the song leaves behind, the unmistakable echo of the late singer KK. Social media comment sections are flooded with sentiments like, “This feels like a KK song,” and “If KK and James had sung it, we’d have two timeless versions.” Pritam, who gave us some of KK’s most iconic hits, seems to be channelling the same emotional frequency here, creating a bittersweet musical experience that feels like a tribute, even if it isn’t one officially.

Accompanied by montages of struggling relationships and tender moments of heartbreak, the song becomes more than just a track, it becomes a mood. It reminds us of that familiar feeling of missing someone, of holding onto hope, of trying to smile through the pain.

With each release, Metro...In Dino, it isn’t just reviving the anthology style of storytelling, it’s reviving old-school musical depth. And with Pritam steering the soundscape, it’s safe to say this album might just become the next classic in his discography. Catch Metro…In Dino in cinemas on July 4.