The upcoming film Raghu Dakat has already captured the imagination of Bengali movie lovers with its historical setting, spectacular visuals, exciting story and massive star appeal. Adding to the excitement surrounding the film is a song from its soundtrack. Titled Jhilmil laage re, it is a dreamy, romantic number that generates a mood and energy that is entirely different from anything we have seen so far in its promotional videos.
Starring Dev and Idhika Paul, Jhilmil laage re is a sensuous and passionate track that establishes the romantic relationship between the characters of Raghu and Soudamini played respectively by the duo. Sung in the soulful and enchanting voices of Ishan Mitra and Shuchismita Chakraborty, the song is written by Prasen and composed by Nilayan Chatterjee. Shot in the exotic and breathtakingly beautiful locations of the forests of Krabi in Thailand, the song creates the impression of a fairytale romance. Blending fantasy with folklore, Raghu and Soudamini’s love story blossoms against the vibrant, gorgeous backdrop which astonishingly goes well with its setting in the dense jungles of Bengal.
Balancing the rage and violence associated with the titular character, the song showcases Raghu Dakat’s tender, emotional nature. In the song, he waits in anticipation to meet his lady love and is clearly in the mood for romance and yearning for her love. The intimate moments Raghu shares with Soudamini demonstrate his capacity for romantic love and reveal a delicate, sensitive and even vulnerable side to his character. Also a playful and mischievous lover, Dev as Raghu exudes raw charm dressed in his flowing, asymmetric costumes in monochrome, accessorised with chunky metallic jewellery befitting a forest brigand.
Bearded, with a thick mane of hair and showing off his well-toned and finely chiselled body in the music video, he is the very picture of strong and rugged masculinity, with his look in Jhilmil laage re sure to make the hearts of his female fans go aflutter. Idhika as Soudamini looks alluring and attractive. In the song, she appears as a bold, spirited young woman, unafraid to express her feelings and win over her lover with her seductive charms.
Dressed in ethnic costumes in red, white and black to match the various attires of her lover, she flaunts her femininity while almost resembling a celestial nymph. Reminiscent of their pairing in the hit song Kishori in the 2024 blockbuster Khadaan, the duo also display sizzling chemistry in Jhilmil laage re. But the soft, dreamlike setting and some delicate special effects create an atmosphere that gives to their romance an ethereal, otherworldly touch.
Jhilmil laage re features a lush, romantic and immersive soundscape that blends modern and traditional musical elements. Crafted to evoke a soulful, dreamy atmosphere, it seems tailored to the song’s video and complements the song’s lyrical theme of an intense and passionate romance. In tune with traditional romantic sensibilities, the music offers a fresh, modern sonic texture that blends with the aura of the song and stays with the listener long after its last strains have faded.