Singer Shashwat Singh Expresses Gratitude to Pritam for Composing the Timeless ‘Zamaana Lage’ in Metro… In Dino

Playback singer Shashwat Singh is enjoying a breakthrough moment with the widespread success of Zamaana Lage, the soul-stirring title track from the upcoming film Metro In Dino. Composed by industry legend Pritam Chakraborty and sung alongside Arijit Singh, the song has quickly become a chart-topper, striking a chord with listeners through its emotional depth and timeless melody.

With more than 20 million views on YouTube, the song’s popularity is undeniable. The track features in a film boasting a star-studded cast that includes Aditya Roy Kapur, Sara Ali Khan, Fatima Sana Shaikh, Ali Fazal, Pankaj Tripathi, Konkona Sen Sharma, Anupam Kher, and Neena Gupta. Exploring themes of urban love and emotional complexity, the movie reflects the modern human experience with Zamaana Lage at its emotional center.

Shashwat Singh shared his gratitude for being part of the project, crediting Pritam and Anurag Basu for trusting him with the track. “It was probably the most musical time I’ve spent in a studio,” he said. “Every ounce of effort felt worthwhile when the song came out. I’m grateful for the faith shown in me.”

Known for his unique voice and expressive delivery, Shashwat has consistently worked with Pritam on hit tracks including Show Me The Thumka from Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar, Mere Sawal Ka from Shehzada, Kesariya Dance Mix from Brahmāstra, Abhi Na Jao from Rocky Aur Rani, Haan Main Galat from Love Aaj Kal, and Alizeh from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil.

Sharing a personal highlight, Shashwat recalled a celebratory video call with Arijit Singh right after the release. “He was in Murshidabad, I was in Mumbai. It was a joyful moment, being part of such a beautiful and meaningful track with phenomenal artists.”

His versatility continues to shine as he balances different music industries. Alongside Zamaana Lage, his latest Tamil release Sugar Baby from the Kamal Haasan and Trisha starrer Thug Life is also gaining traction. The track, composed by A.R. Rahman and directed by Mani Ratnam, shows his vocal agility across languages and genres.

From soft romantic ballads to high-energy tracks, Shashwat Singh is steadily building a legacy. His vocal identity stands out in today’s music scene, positioning him as one of the most promising and powerful voices in Indian playback music.

As the music landscape evolves, Sound of the Streets India continues to spotlight voices like Shashwat Singh who are shaping the soul of modern Indian music.