From Mera Safar to Saawariya: Iqlipse Nova Writes his Destiny, One Song at a Time
Indie sensation Iqlipse Nova (of Savera, Khwab and Mera Safar fame) collaborates with Hiten, the beatmaker behind hits by Badshah, King, MC Square, Paradox and Raftaar.
National, 5th June 2025: If messy love had a soundtrack, it would probably sound a lot like ‘Saawariya’, the latest single by India’s most loved Indie voices Iqlipse Nova in collaboration with genre-defying producer Hiten along with the powerhouse vocalist Bandana Dutta and the lyrics penned by Iqlipse Nova and Aditi Sharma.
A heady blend of classical and pop influences, the indie track with mainstream magnetism is a quirky, fresh and drama-filled take on relationship dynamics. Packed with playful tension, Saawariya tells the story of a boy hopelessly smitten, trying to charm a girl full of nakhras.
The track is layered with a modern groove of a timeless twist and playful textures, delivering both dancefloor energy and emotional depth, bridging generations and cultures effortlessly.
Talking about the track, Iqlipse Nova shares, “Saawariya is a soulful crossover of two different worlds of music that are often seen as opposites. I’ve always loved when different sounds come together to create something fresh. With this track, we wanted to make something personal, honest and relatable, something that makes you smile and will make you feel good!”
Hiten, whose music production anchors the track’s emotional core, adds “There’s something timeless in the melody of Saawariya. It feels personal as it draws from the kind of music I grew up hearing to around me. Creating this track felt like bringing a piece of my childhood back, preserving the nostalgia but giving it a new-age twist without losing the soul. Working with Iqlipse and Bandana was effortless and fun. Saawariya is a celebration of my roots, and I hope the audience will listen to the track on loop.”
Perfect for roadside singalongs, late-night playlists, and your next Instagram reel, ‘Saawariya’ is flirtatious and fun. It showcases a fresh approach by artists setting standards and making music that goes beyond borders. So go ahead, press play and fall in (complicated) love with Saawariya by Iqlipse Nova and Hiten.
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