A new song from one of India most anticipated films has become a talking point on social media. A.R. Rahman Mangal Rang from Ramayana Part One, was released on October 25, 2026, featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Rama and Sai Pallavi as Sita. The song celebrates the wedding and relationship of Rama and Sita. Composed by A.R. Rahman, the Hindi version features the voices of Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal, with lyrics by Kumar Vishwas. However, its release has triggered a debate about its musical style.
Some social media users have compared the song sound to Rahman earlier composition Kun Faya Kun from Rockstar. Others have questioned whether its perceived qawwali and Sufi influences fit a film based on the Ramayana. Some listeners have also alleged similarities to an earlier Tamil song by Rahman. These are online opinions and comparisons, not established findings of plagiarism.The criticism has not been universal. Other viewers have praised the singers, the emotional quality of the music and the on screen chemistry between Ranbir Kapoor and Sai Pallavi. The contrasting reactions have helped the song attract attention beyond its initial release.
The discussion raises a wider creative question: should films based on Indian epics use traditional musical elements, modern compositions or a combination of both. Some viewers prefer music that draws heavily on classical instruments and devotional traditions. Others welcome experimentation, provided it serves the story and its emotional setting. Ultimately, the song reception will depend on individual taste. Rather than settling the debate, Mangal Rang has opened a conversation about musical identity, creative freedom and audience expectations for a major mythological film.
