Anuv Jain and AP Dhillon team up for their first-ever collaboration with “Afsos,” a genre-blending track that fuses Jain’s soulful storytelling with Dhillon’s signature Punjabi rap.
Anuv Jain and AP Dhillon join forces for “Afsos,” a genre-defying track about regret and lost love.
Music lovers have a new anthem to add to their playlists as Anuv Jain and AP Dhillon, two of India’s most celebrated artists, join forces for their first-ever collaboration. Their latest single, “Afsos,” is a heartfelt, genre-defying track that blends Jain’s evocative storytelling with Dhillon’s signature Punjabi rap, creating a song that resonates deeply with listeners across the globe.
A Story of Heartbreak and Reflection
At its core, Afsos delves into themes of regret, lost love, and the passage of time. Jain’s signature poetic lyricism takes center stage as the song tells the story of someone reflecting on a failed relationship—grappling with their mistakes and the weight of what could have been. Dhillon’s verse amplifies the emotional depth, adding a new dimension to the song’s raw intensity.
“Afsos” is my first music collaboration, and working on it has been such a crazy but memorable experience!” says Anuv Jain. “It’s been a while since I last wrote a song in Punjabi, and I had so much fun—even if I had to keep asking people if my sentences made sense. My mom even helped me with the lyrics, which made the process even more special. Once AP added his verse, the song reached a whole new level. I hope people love it as much as I do.”
AP Dhillon echoes this sentiment, sharing his excitement: “I am thrilled to collaborate with Anuv on ‘Afsos.’ This song represents a soundscape I’ve wanted to share with my fans for a while. It was amazing to experiment musically alongside one of India’s biggest artists. I’m especially happy that Anuv is singing in Punjabi again—his voice brings so much soul to this track. Performing ‘Afsos’ live in Chandigarh with him was an unforgettable experience, and I can’t wait for fans everywhere to hear it.”
A Collaboration of Musical Powerhouses
Both Jain and Dhillon have carved unique paths in the music industry, making Afsos a meeting of two musical worlds—Jain’s indie, acoustic-driven storytelling and Dhillon’s high-energy Punjabi rap.
Anuv Jain, widely regarded as one of the most influential singer-songwriters in South Asia, has built a devoted following with emotionally rich hits like “Baarishein,” “Husn,” and “Jo Tum Mere Ho.” With over 1.5 billion Spotify streams and 19 million monthly listeners, his songs have topped charts across India, Pakistan, UAE, and beyond. Jain’s career milestones include being named in Forbes India’s “30 Under 30″ and GQ India’s “35 Most Influential Young Indians,” along with sold-out international tours and performances at global music festivals.
AP Dhillon, on the other hand, has become a global phenomenon in Punjabi and Desi pop music. Best known for his viral hit “Brown Munde,” he has amassed over 3.49 billion Spotify streams and was the first Punjabi artist to perform at both the Juno Awards (2023) and Coachella (2024). His 2023 Amazon documentary, AP Dhillon: First of a Kind, cemented his reputation as a pioneering force in the industry, chronicling his rise from Punjab to international stardom.
