Dulquer Salmaan calls singer Armaan Malik's contribution to 'Mazhavillaye' from 'I'm Game' "truly special"
Chennai, Aug 11
Confessing that he was a fan of singer Armaan Malik, who has now made his debut in Malayalam with the song 'Mazhavillaye' from the upcoming film 'I'm Game', actor Dulquer Salmaan has said that it was a privilege to have the singer "bring so much soul" and his "own spirit" to the track.
For the unaware, singer Armaan Malik's Malayalam playback debut with 'Mazhavillaye' has been winning love from listeners, with the soulful romantic track striking a chord soon after its release.
The track, which happens to be the first single from Dulquer Salmaan's upcoming film 'I'm Game', has been praised for the breezy, soothing music of Jakes Bejoy and for Armaan's vocals, which complement Dulquer and Kayadu Lohar's romantic pairing on screen.
Reacting to Armaan's vocals, Dulquer took to X and shared a heartfelt note. "It's such a privilege to have you bring so much soul and your own spirit to this track brother. Been your fan forever so this is truly special!" he wrote, adding, "Lots of love always" with heart emojis.
The actor's words came even as Armaan opened up about what went into recording the song. Asked whether he kept Dulquer's image as a romantic hero in mind while lending his voice to the actor on screen, Armaan explained that his approach was primarily guided by the character and the emotional needs of the story.
"While singing, I think about the character, the situation and what the story needs emotionally from an overall perspective," Armaan had said.
He, however, acknowledged that Dulquer's natural charm perfectly complemented the melody. "Dulquer has such a natural charm and such a lovable screen presence that it definitely complements a melody like Mazhavillaye. I've admired his work for a long time, so it was really special to finally lend my voice to one of his films," he added.
For Armaan, 'Mazhavillaye' also presented the challenge of singing in Malayalam, a language he described as particularly nuanced in its pronunciation and expressions. Having previously sung in Telugu, Tamil and Kannada, the singer approached his Malayalam debut with particular attention to the language.
Composed by Jakes Bejoy, 'Mazhavillaye' adds another musical highlight to 'I'm Game', which has been directed by Nahas Hidhayath. The film is slated for a worldwide theatrical release on August 20, 2026.
— IANS
Reader Comments
As a Malayali, I was a bit skeptical about a North Indian singer doing a Malayalam song, but Armaan has surprised me. The pronunciation seems on point! Also, Dulquer's humble nature is why he's loved everywhere. Respect! 🙌
The combination of Jakes Bejoy's music and Armaan's voice is pure magic. I'm not even from Kerala, but this song makes me want to learn Malayalam! And Dulquer's heartfelt note shows he genuinely values the art. This is what cross-cultural collaborations should look like. 🎶
Honestly, I respect Armaan for taking the effort to get the nuances right. Many singers just sing without caring about the language's soul. This shows his professionalism. Also, Dulquer saying "been your fan forever" is such a sweet flex from a superstar! 😄
As someone who grew up listening to both Malayalam and Hindi music, this feels like a beautiful bridge between industries. Armaan's soulful voice fits the romantic vibe perfectly. On a side note though, let's not overlook Jakes Bejoy's brilliant composition. The whole team deserves credit!
Living in the US, it's heartwarming to see Indian regional cinema getting this kind of cross-industry love. Dulquer and Armaan are both at the top of their game. This song is on repeat for me. Can't wait for the film release in 2026!
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