An Indian musician has stirred excitement online with an AI-generated version of the popular Coke Studio Pakistan song “Blockbuster,” featuring the legendary vocals of Mohammed Rafi.
Released two months ago, “Blockbuster” quickly became a viral sensation, inspiring countless Instagram reels.
Indian artist Anshuman Sharma has now recreated the song with Rafi’s voice using AI technology.
The version, performed by singer Aditya Kalway and transformed to Rafi’s voice, has captivated audiences and earned acclaim for its nostalgic style.
Zulfiqar Jabbar Khan, known as Xulfi and the producer of the original track, expressed his amazement:
“Never did I ever imagine that I’d hear Mohd Rafi sing the melody and words we wrote. It’s truly magic. You guys are magic,” he remarked.
The original “Blockbuster,” composed by Xulfi, Umair Butt, Faris Shafi, and Shamroz Butt, premiered on May 25 and has garnered 26 million views.
The song features vocals by Umair Butt, Faris Shafi, and the Gharvi Group, including Abida, Rooha Rawal, Sajida Bibi, and Saba Hassan.
Saba Hassan’s viral performance, especially her rendition of the lyrics
“Oye Cutie Tenu Mein Samjharyaan,
Hun Chadd De Ve
Fankariaan,
Ve Marjaanyaan,”
has further captivated social media.