Gangubai Kathiawadi song Jhume Re Gori: Alia Bhatt revels to catchy, colourful folk beats

Yet another lively song from Gangubai Kathiawadi is unveiled today. Titled Jhume Re Gori, the track’s liveliness seems to go hand in hand with its vibrant visuals.

The video for the song features Alia Bhatt giving it her all, in some energetic and beautifully choreographed dance numbers. The way in which the whole video has been shot also stands out, with some continuous shots, the camera moving along with the dancers so that viewers can soak it all in without missing a beat. The video also treats viewers to a more fierce side of Gangubai as she deals with troublemakers with an iron fist, as well as scenes where she is shown to be a celebrated figure in her community.

Check out the music video below:

The song, composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, has lyrics penned by Kumaar. Archana Gore, Tarannum Malik Jain, Dipti Rege and Aditi Pradhudesai have lent their vocals for the song while Kruti Mahesh has choreographed the dance sequences.

Bhatt essays the role of the titular protagonist in the crime drama, which is directed by Bhansali as well. The film also features Seema Pahwa, Shantanu Maheshwari, Vijay Raaz, Indira Tiwari, Ajay Devgn and Huma Qureshi. The film is based on the life of Gangubai Kathiawadi, who was a powerful madam at a brothel in the red light district of Kamathipura. In addition to having strong ties with the mafia, she was also an activist for the rights ofsex workers. The film is bankrolled by Bhansali along with Jayantilal Gada of Pen India Limited.

Gangubai Kathiawadi is now running in theatres.