MUMBAI– National Award-winning playback singer Monali Thakur has returned to music after a brief hiatus with the release of her new single Ek Baar Phir, a deeply personal track inspired by her own experiences over the past few years.
Thakur revealed that the song reflects themes of betrayal, heartbreak, and abuse, shaped by a difficult period in her life. “This song is deeply personal to me; it draws from the journey I’ve been on over the past few years. What many don’t know is how challenging those years truly were. I had lost myself trying to cope with loss and trauma, and was struggling to find hope,” she said. “It’s the song of my journey in finding that hope and love again — the strength to survive all the challenges of life and not give up. That hope and love became my anchor, my strength, and ultimately, the heart of this song.”
Ek Baar Phir explores love, resilience, trauma, and the unbreakable bond of family, blending heartfelt lyrics with a soulful melody that Thakur hopes will resonate deeply with listeners.
Known for her acclaimed performances in hits like Moh Moh Ke Dhaage and Sawaar Loon, Thakur has earned numerous awards, including the National Award for Best Female Playback Singer for Moh Moh Ke Dhaage from Dum Laga Ke Haisha. Her discography also includes popular tracks such as Cham Cham, Badri Ki Dulhania, and songs in Hindi, Bengali, Tamil, and Kannada.
Thakur began her career in 2000 with Sundar Kato Sundar from the Bengali film Sajoni Aamar Sohag, singing alongside Kavita Krishnamurti, Goutam Ghose, and Pratik Choudhary. She later gained national attention as a contestant on Indian Idol. (Source: IANS)
