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{{Infobox album
| name = Fighter
| type = Soundtrack
| artist = [[Vishal–Shekhar]]
| cover = Fighter_Album_Art.jpg
| alt =
| caption = Soundtrack album cover
| released = 23 January 2024
| recorded = 2022–23
| venue =
| studio = Future Sound of Bombay, [[Mumbai]]
| genre = [[Film soundtrack]]
| length = 26:11
| language = Hindi
| label = [[T-Series (company)|T-Series]]
| producer = Abhijit Nalani
| prev_title = [[Pathaan (film)|Pathaan]]
| prev_year = 2023
| next_title = [[Tu Meri Main Tera Main Tera Tu Meri]]
| next_year = 2025
| misc = {{Singles
| name = Fighter
| type = soundtrack
| single1 = Sher Khul Gaye
| single1date = 15 December 2023
| single2 = [[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]
| single2date = 22 December 2023
| single3 = Heer Aasmani
| single3date = 8 January 2024
}}
}}
'''''Fighter''''' is the [[soundtrack album]] composed by [[Vishal–Shekhar|Vishal-Shekhar]] for the 2024 [[Bollywood|Hindi film]] [[Fighter (2024 film)|of the same name]], directed by [[Siddharth Anand]], starring [[Hrithik Roshan]], [[Deepika Padukone]], and [[Anil Kapoor]] in lead roles. The original score for the film was composed by Sanchit Balhara and Ankit Balhara. The film was produced by [[Viacom18 Studios]] and Marflix Pictures.

The soundtrack album features two distinct sounds: one highlighting a group of pilots in the [[air force|Air Force]], while the other explores themes of patriotism, heartbreak, loss, beauty, and the courage of fighter pilots. The tracks "Sher Khul Gaye," "[[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]," and "Heer Aasmani" served as the lead singles. The majority of the tunes for the original songs were composed within a week's time. The song "Bekaar Dil" was made available for digital download after the film's theatrical release, as it had been removed by the [[Central Board of Film Certification|CFBC, India]].

The music received mixed reviews, with critics pointing out the awkward placement of the songs in the film, the unusual lyrics, and the original score's lack of cinematic appeal. However, they praised the tracks for being energetic, fast-paced, and romantic. The track "Sher Khul Gaye," a party number, set a record by reaching 50 million views within 24 hours of its release on [[YouTube poop|YouTube]]. The music album consists of six original songs, with lyrics written by [[Kumaar]]. "Fighter Theme" and "Spirit of Fighter" are theme songs, while "Vande Mataram" is considered the film's anthem. The track "Spirit of Fighter" was featured in the film's teaser, and the song "Mitti" includes a version sung by [[Suresh Wadkar]].

== Background ==
According to [[Vishal Dadlani]], the majority of the tunes were composed within a week of the film's script narration. He explained that the project's "natural energy" contributed to their creative process.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone starrer Fighter's script left Vishal Dadlani in tears |url=https://www.filmfare.com/news/bollywood/hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-starrer-fighters-script-left-vishal-dadlani-in-tears-63892.html |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=filmfare.com |language=en}}</ref> In an interview with ''Asian Variety TV Network'', after ''Fighter's'' narration, they began creating music on the spot. Knowing that Hrithik Roshan would be starring in the film, they subconsciously started designing dance tunes. In an interview with [[Daily News and Analysis|''DNA India'']], [[Shekhar Ravjiani]] mentioned that they kept the music of ''Fighter'' quite edgy—a combination of electro and dance—while ensuring the tunes remained as [[desi]] and [[Flat (music)|floaty]] as possible.{{citation needed|date=March 2024}} In an interview with [[Asian Magazine|''Asian Sunday'']], Dadlani explained that the soundtrack features two distinct types of sound: one representing the camaraderie of the group of pilots at the Air Force Academy, initially while training in the air; and the other delving into deeper emotions—patriotism, heartbreak, loss, beauty, courage, and the truth of fighter pilots.{{citation needed|date=March 2024}}

"Sher Khul Gaye" is a party track featured during a celebration among a group of pilots marking a milestone. According to Dadlani and Ravjiani, the track embodies the spirit of pilots as "the kings (metaphorically, tigers) of the world."<ref>{{Cite news |date=2024-01-17 |title=Vishal Dadlani praises 'Incredible' script of Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone's 'Fighter,' admits it left him teary-eyed |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/vishal-dadlani-praises-incredible-script-of-hrithik-roshan-and-deepika-padukones-fighter-admits-it-left-him-tearyeyed/articleshow/106926088.cms |access-date=2024-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Director [[Siddharth Anand]] acknowledged that the notes, scanning, and progressions of "Sher Khul Gaye" were similar to the 1977 single [[Stayin' Alive]], but emphasized that it was neither inspired by nor plagiarized from the song.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Heres what Siddharth Anand has to say about Fighter song Sher Khul Gaye being compared to Stayin' Alive |url=https://mirchi.in/stories/music/siddharth-anand-about-fighter-song-sher-khul-gaye-being-compared-to-stayin-alive/107100243 |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=mirchi.in |language=en}}</ref> When writing two deep [[Soul music|soul]] tracks, "Mitti" and "Dil Banaane Waaleya," singer [[KK (singer)|KK]] was the first choice for the vocals.<ref name=":0">{{Citation |title=Vishal Dadlani {{!}} Sheykhar Ravjiani {{!}} Fighter {{!}} Interview |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf7Wsdxa9Yk |access-date=2024-03-16 |language=en}}</ref> However, they were unable to record with him due to his untimely demise.<ref name=":0" />

In an interview with ''[[Hindustan Times]]'', Anand explained that the theme of "Heer Aasmani" revolves around an Air Force pilot expressing their unconditional love for the skies.<ref name=":02">{{Cite web |date=2024-01-08 |title=Fighter song Heer Aasmani: Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and gang all set to take flight. Watch |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/fighter-song-heer-aasmani-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-gang-all-set-to-take-flight-watch-101704713277303.html |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref> He added that the track is modern in its presentation, featuring guitar [[riff]]s and rustic vocals by singer [[B Praak]]. The song was dedicated to the special squad of Air Dragons coming together, showcasing the crew's bonding both during briefing and training sessions, as well as during their downtime.<ref name=":02" /> The track "Mitti" is patriotic and features at a point in the film where the team of fighter pilots suffers a loss.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Fighter song Mitti out; Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone along with Vishal-Sheykhar's vocals stir up patriotic fervour |url=https://www.ottplay.com/news/fighter-song-mitti-out-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-and-team-with-vishal-sheykhars-vocals-present-an-emotional-rollercoaster/edb70c80a7909 |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=OTTPlay |language=en}}</ref>

The track "Spirit of Fighter" was written for the background score of the film and was featured in the teaser.<ref name=":02" /> The songs "[[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]" and "Bekaar Dil" were removed from the film's footage as they were deemed 'explicit' for the Indian audience.<ref name=":12">{{Cite news |date=2024-01-26 |title=Romantic song from 'Fighter' which was cut by CBFC goes VIRAL; fans love Hrithik Roshan-Deepika Padukone's chemistry, DISAPPOINTED to not see it in theatres - WATCH video |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/romantic-song-from-fighter-which-was-cut-by-cbfc-goes-viral-fans-love-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukones-chemistry-disappointed-to-not-see-it-in-theatres-watch-video/articleshow/107165869.cms |access-date=2024-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> However, the former was included in the end credits<ref name=":22">{{Cite web |last=Hungama |first=Bollywood |date=2024-01-25 |title=Fighter Movie Review: FIGHTER is a paisa vasool patriotic entertainer |website=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |url=https://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movie/fighter/critic-review/fighter-movie-review/fighter-is-a-paisa-vasool-patriotic-entertainer/ |access-date=2024-03-16 |language=en}}</ref> of the Indian theatrical prints, while both tracks were present in the international prints.<ref name=":12" />

== Music videos ==
The song "Sher Khul Gaye" was released as the first single from the film on 15 December 2023.<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-15 |title=Fighter first song 'Sher Khul Gaye': Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone and one very good looking song. Watch |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/fighter-first-song-sher-khul-gaye-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-and-one-very-good-looking-song-watch-9069265/ |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> It is a party track that set a record by reaching 50 million views within 24 hours on [[YouTube poop|YouTube]].<ref name=":32">{{Cite web |date=2023-12-19 |title=Is There A Similarity Between Fighter New Song Sher Khul Gaye And BTS' Dynamite? Fans Think So |url=https://www.news18.com/viral/is-there-a-similarity-between-fighter-new-song-sher-khul-gaye-and-bts-dynamite-fans-think-so-8710199.html |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=News18 |language=en}}</ref> The song drew comparisons to "[[Stayin' Alive]]" by the Bee Gees and "[[Dynamite (BTS song)|Dynamite]]" by BTS.<ref name=":32" /> Padukone wears a polka-dotted black dress and matches the dance steps with Roshan.<ref name="The Times of India">{{Cite news |date=2023-12-15 |title='Fighter' song 'Sher Khul Gaye' out: Hrithik Roshan, Deepika Padukone display stunning dance moves and chemistry - WATCH |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/fighter-song-sher-khul-gaye-out-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-display-stunning-dance-moves-and-chemistry-watch/articleshow/106014435.cms |access-date=2024-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Anil Kapoor makes a grand entry, and the song was choreographed by Bosco and Caesar.<ref name="The Times of India"/>

The second single from the soundtrack, "[[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]," was released on 22 December 2023. The song begins with Roshan walking [[Toplessness|bare-chested]] from the sea, while Padukone dons a black [[monokini]].<ref>{{Cite news |date=2023-12-22 |title='Ishq Jaisa Kuch' song from 'Fighter' out: Hrithik Roshan and Deepika will win hearts with their chemistry - WATCH |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/ishq-jaisa-kuch-song-from-fighter-out-hrithik-roshan-and-deepika-will-win-hearts-with-their-chemistry-watch/articleshow/106209873.cms |access-date=2024-03-16 |work=The Times of India |issn=0971-8257}}</ref> Later in the song, the leading duo is seen in beach and party-ready outfits, with Padukone wearing a gold and silver embellished mini skirt and bralette-style top by [[Paco Rabanne]].<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-23 |title=Deepika Padukone's mini skirt and bralette for Fighter song Ishq Jaisa Kuch with Hrithik Roshan costs a whopping... |url=https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/fashion/deepika-padukone-mini-skirt-and-bralette-for-fighter-song-ishq-jaisa-kuch-with-hrithik-roshan-costs-a-whopping-101703298543726.html |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=Hindustan Times |language=en}}</ref>

The third single, "Heer Aasmani," was released on 15 January 2024. The song was filmed in the snowy regions of [[Jammu and Kashmir (union territory)|Jammu and Kashmir]], where the crew faced difficulties in syncing lip movements due to the freezing temperatures.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Entertainment |first=Quint |date=2024-01-08 |title=Hrithik Roshan & Deepika Padukone Fly High In 'Heer Aasmani' From 'Fighter' |url=https://www.thequint.com/entertainment/music/hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-fly-high-in-heer-asmani-from-fighter |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=TheQuint |language=en}}</ref>

== Critical response ==
Reviewing for ''[[The Guardian]]'', Phuong Lee criticized the tracks and their picturization, stating: "Racy musical interludes – item songs – are haphazardly inserted throughout; at one point, a flight mission awkwardly cuts to an out-of-place daydream in which the two scantily clad stars groove to a sizzling tune in some distant seaside resort."<ref>{{Cite news |last=Le |first=Phuong |date=2024-01-26 |title=Fighter review – India's pizazz-free Top Gun weighed down by patriotic propaganda |url=https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/jan/26/fighter-review-indias-pizazz-free-top-gun-weighed-down-by-patriotic-propaganda |access-date=2024-03-23 |work=The Guardian |language=en-GB |issn=0261-3077}}</ref> Simon Abrams of ''[[RogerEbert.com]]'' commented that, "A representatively energetic, but unexceptional musical number features lyrics like 'The lions are on the prowl tonight,' with the music numbers being pretty romantic."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Abrams |first=Simon |title=Fighter movie review & film summary (2024) {{!}} Roger Ebert |url=https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/fighter-movie-review-2024 |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=Roger Ebert |language=en}}</ref> Sakshi Thirani of ''[[Common Sense Media]]'' remarked, "The music and dance sequences, such a staple in Bollywood cinema, feel random and irritating instead of entertaining."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Movie & TV reviews for parents |title=Fighter Movie Review {{!}} Common Sense Media |url=https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/fighter |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=www.commonsensemedia.org |language=en}}</ref>

Umesh Punwani of ''Koimoi'' stated, "Songs appearing out of nowhere in between an important mission are as intrusive as you'd expect them to be."<ref>{{Cite web |last=Punwani |first=Umesh |date=25 January 2024 |title=It's Not Top Gun, It's Bottom Gun Ft. Hrithik Roshan & Why Deepika Padukone, Why? |url=https://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-movies/movie-reviews/fighter-movie-review-its-not-top-gun-its-bottom-gun-ft-hrithik-roshan-why-deepika-padukone-why/ |website=Koimoi}}</ref> ''[[The Indian Express]]'' reviewed the track "[[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]," saying, "The song might grow on the audience, but the initial impact left by Deepika and Hrithik is simply unmissable."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2023-12-22 |title=Fighter song Ishq Jaisa Kuch makes you wonder why no one cast Deepika Padukone and Hrithik Roshan together before this. Watch |url=https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/fighter-song-ishq-jaisa-kuch-wonder-why-no-one-cast-deepika-padukone-hrithik-roshan-together-watch-9078908/ |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=The Indian Express |language=en}}</ref> ''Livemint'' quoted, "Sanchit and Ankit Balhara’s score is as earwormy as their work on ''Pathaan''."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-25 |title='Fighter' review: Jingoism grounds Siddharth Anand's air force tribute |url=https://lifestyle.livemint.com//how-to-lounge/movies-tv/fighter-review-film-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone-siddharth-anand-111706187042284.html |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=Mintlounge |language=en}}</ref> Critics at ''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'' stated that the music doesn't work as intended and is forgettable.<ref name=":22" /> They described "Sher Khul Gaye" as catchy, while "Heer Aasmani" and "Dil Banaane Waaleya" were noted as being woven into the narrative. The background score was praised for its "big-screen cinematic appeal."<ref name=":22" /> In his review for [[MensXP|''Times Internet'']], Aman Kumar remarked, "Though the music of ''Fighter'' didn’t catch much attention, 'Mitti' and 'Heer Aasmani' will surely stay with you for a while."<ref>{{Cite web |date=2024-01-25 |title=Fighter review: A typical cheesy Siddharth Anand skyride that successfully evokes PATRIOTISM |url=https://www.mensxp.com/entertainment/movie-reviews/153179-fighter-film-spoiler-free-review-hrithik-roshan-deepika-padukone.html |access-date=2024-03-23 |website=MensXP |language=en-IN}}</ref>

== Track listing ==
The music of the film was released on 23 January 2024.<ref>{{Citation |title=Fighter (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) by Vishal & Shekhar, Kumaar, Mellow D & Vishal Dadlani on Apple Music |date=2024-01-23 |url=https://music.apple.com/in/album/fighter-original-motion-picture-soundtrack/1727072780 |access-date=2024-03-16 |language=en-GB}}</ref> The original soundtrack consists of six songs, with the first three released as singles in that order. The two theme tracks were released as "Fighter - Single" on 1 December 2023. After the film's release, the track "Mitti" was released as a single with vocals by Suresh Wadkar. Additionally, the film's anthem song, "Vande Mataram," was released on 25 January 2024.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Republic Day Special: Fighter {{!}} Song - Vande Mataram (The Fighter Anthem) {{!}} Hindi Video Songs - Times of India |url=https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/videos/entertainment/music/hindi/republic-day-special-fighter-song-vande-mataram-the-fighter-anthem/videoshow/107153323.cms |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=The Times of India |language=en}}</ref>

=== Standard Edition ===
{{Track listing
| all_lyrics = [[Kumaar]], except where noted
| headline = Fighter (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)
| extra_column = Singer(s)
| title1 = Sher Khul Gaye
| note1 =
| length1 = 3:00
| extra1 = [[Vishal Dadlani]], [[Neeraj Shridhar]], [[Benny Dayal]], [[Shilpa Rao]]
| title2 = [[Ishq Jaisa Kuch]]
| note2 =
| length2 = 2:49
| extra2 = Vishal Dadlani, Jubin Nautiyal, Shilpa Rao, Mellow D
| title3 = Heer Aasmani
| length3 = 3:24
| extra3 = [[B Praak]], Vishal Dadlani, Kamaal Khan
| title4 = Dil Banaane Waaleya
| length4 = 3:44
| extra4 = [[Arijit Singh]], [[Jonita Gandhi]], Vishal Mishra, Shekhar Ravjiani
| title5 = Mitti
| length5 = 3:34
| extra5 = [[Suresh Wadkar]], [[Srinivas (singer)|Srinivas]], [[Jubin Nautiyal]], [[Ash King]]
| title6 = Bekaar Dil
| length6 = 3:29
| extra6 = [[Vishal Mishra (composer)|Vishal Mishra]], Shilpa Rao, Diljit Dosanjh, Aziz Naza
| title7 =
| length7 =
| extra7 =
| title8 =
| note8 =
| length8 =
| extra8 =
| total_length = 20:00
}}

=== Singles ===
{{Track listing
| all_lyrics =
| headline = Fighter - Single
| extra_column = Artist(s)
| title1 = Fighter Theme
| note1 =
| length1 = 0:23
| extra1 = (Instrumental)
| title2 = Spirit of Fighter
| note2 =
| length2 = 0:57
| extra2 = (Instrumental)
| total_length = 1:00
}}
{{Track listing
| all_lyrics = Kumaar
| headline = Mitti (Suresh Wadkar Version) - Single
| extra_column = Artist(s)
| title1 = Mitti (Suresh Wadkar Version)
| note1 =
| length1 = 3:33
| extra1 = [[Suresh Wadkar]]
}}{{Track listing
| all_lyrics = [[Bankim Chandra Chatterjee]]<ref>{{cite web|url=https://thefederal.com/film-reviews/razakar-review-a-propaganda-film-on-hyderabads-annexation-ultra-loud-and-agitated-113918?infinitescroll=1|title=Riveting aerial combat drama with 'India shining' moments |newspaper=Federal News|date=25 January 2024|accessdate=16 March 2024}}</ref> and Kumaar
| headline = Vande Mataram (The Fighter Anthem) - Single
| extra_column = Artist(s)
| title1 = Vande Mataram (The Fighter Anthem)
| note1 =
| length1 = 2:38
| extra1 = [[Vishal Dadlani]], [[Ash King]], [[Rahul Saxena]], [[Srinivas (singer)|Srinivas]], [[Ustad Rashid Khan]], [[Sid Sriram]], [[Mahesh Kale]], [[Kunal Ganjawala]]
}}

'''Notes'''

* "Dil Chah Raha" Hai is alternately referred as "Bekaar Dil" on [[Digital download (music)|music download]] platform.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Dil Chah Raha Hai from Fighter sung by Vishal Mishra and Shilpa Rao is out! Listen now |url=https://mirchi.in/stories/music/dil-chah-raha-hai-from-fighter-sung-by-vishal-mishra-and-shilpa-rao-is-out-listen-now/107085654 |access-date=2024-03-16 |website=mirchi.in |language=en}}</ref>

== Album credits ==
All credits are adapted from the liner notes of the album.<ref>{{Citation |title=FIGHTER (Audio Jukebox): Hrithik Roshan,Deepika Padukone,Anil Kapoor {{!}} Vishal-Sheykhar {{!}} Siddharth A |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VkjenWLRvIA |access-date=2024-03-23 |language=en}}</ref>

* Kumaar - [[Lyrics]] (All tracks)
* Mellow D - Lyrics (Track 1, 2), vocals (Track 2)
* Abhijit Nalani - [[Record producer|Record Producer]] (All tracks)
* Karan Kanchan - Additional Music Producer (Track 2)
* [[Eric Pillai]] - [[Audio mixing|Audio Mixing]] (All tracks)
* Ganesh Gangadharan - Sound Design (All tracks)
* Pritam Das - [[Sound design|Sound Design]] (All tracks)
* Dipesh Verma - [[Tabla]] (Track 1)
* Iqbal Azad - [[Dhol]] (Track 1)
* Rhythm Shaw - [[Viola]]s (Track 1, 2, 4), [[Mohan Veena]]s (Track 2, 4)
* Warren Mendonsa - [[Piano]] (Track 3)
* Aatur Soni - [[Drum]]s (Track 4)
* Leo Olavio Velho - [[Cello]] (Track 5)
* Sujan Chettri - [[Cello]](Track 5)

== References ==
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== External links ==

* {{Discogs artist|artist=1758333|name=Vishal & Shekhar}}
* {{IMDb title|13818368}}
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