Navratri 2026 Playlist: Top Bollywood Dandiya and Garba Songs To Elevate Your Festive Mood

Navratri, the vibrant nine-night Hindu festival, is set to begin on Sunday, October 11, 2026, culminating with Dussehra on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. This auspicious period is synonymous with devotion, dazzling traditional attire, and, of course, the exhilarating folk dances of Garba and Dandiya. Bollywood has contributed significantly to the festive fervor with numerous iconic songs that have become essential additions to every Navratri playlist. Get ready to swirl and clap your way through these infectious tunes! Falguni Pathak Under Fire As Navratri Utsav 2026 Tickets Touch INR 2.04 Lakh; Netizens Ask ‘EMI Available?’.

Bollywood Navratri Playlist

To ensure your Navratri celebrations are filled with rhythm and energy, we've curated a list of top Bollywood Dandiya and Garba songs that perfectly capture the essence of the festival. These tracks, featuring captivating visuals and powerful vocals, are guaranteed to make you hit the dance floor.

‘Kamariya’

This high-energy track from the 2018 film Mitron became an instant favorite for Garba enthusiasts. "Kamariya" features Jackky Bhagnani and Kritika Kamra showcasing spirited dance moves, perfectly complementing the festive atmosphere. The song was sung by Darshan Raval and DJ Chetas, with music composed by Lijo George & DJ Chetas, and lyrics penned by Kumaar. It was released by Sony Music India.

Key Details:

• Film: Mitron
• Starring: Jackky Bhagnani, Kritika Kamra
• Singers: Darshan Raval, DJ Chetas
• Music: Lijo George, DJ Chetas
• Lyrics: Kumaar
• Release Year: 2018
• Music Label: Sony Music India

‘Chogada’

Another modern Navratri anthem, "Chogada" is from the 2018 romantic drama Loveyatri (originally Loveratri). The song gained immense popularity for its catchy beats and vibrant choreography, featuring lead actors Aayush Sharma and Warina Hussain. Sung by Darshan Raval and Asees Kaur, with music by Lijo George and DJ Chetas, and lyrics by Darshan Raval and Shabbir Ahmed, it was released on August 14, 2018, by T-Series.

Key Details:

• Film: Loveyatri
• Starring: Aayush Sharma, Warina Hussain
• Singers: Darshan Raval, Asees Kaur
• Music: Lijo George, DJ Chetas
• Lyrics: Darshan Raval, Shabbir Ahmed
• Release Date: August 14, 2018
• Music Label: T-Series

‘Dholida’

From Sanjay Leela Bhansali's critically acclaimed 2022 film Gangubai Kathiawadi, "Dholida" became a massive hit with its powerful vocals and Alia Bhatt's mesmerising Garba performance. The song, composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, was sung by Janhvi Shrimankar and Shail Hada, with lyrics by Kumaar (Hindi) and Bhojak Ashok "Anjam" (Gujarati). Choreographed by Kruti Mahesh, "Dholida" was released on February 10, 2022, under the Saregama music label.

Key Details:

• Film: Gangubai Kathiawadi
• Starring: Alia Bhatt
• Singers: Janhvi Shrimankar, Shail Hada
• Music: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
• Lyrics: Kumaar (Hindi), Bhojak Ashok "Anjam" (Gujarati)
• Choreography: Kruti Mahesh
• Release Date: February 10, 2022
• Music Label: Saregama

‘Nagada Sang Dhol Baaje’

This grand and visually stunning Garba song is from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 2013 blockbuster Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela. Featuring Deepika Padukone in an iconic performance, alongside Ranveer Singh and Supriya Pathak, the song is a staple during Navratri. Composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, "Nagada Sang Dhol Baaje" was sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Osman Mir, with lyrics by Siddharth-Garima. The full audio was released on October 2, 2013, by Eros Now and Sony Music India.

Key Details:

• Film: Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela
• Starring: Deepika Padukone, Ranveer Singh, Supriya Pathak
• Singers: Shreya Ghoshal, Osman Mir
• Music: Sanjay Leela Bhansali
• Lyrics: Siddharth-Garima
• Audio Release: October 2, 2013
• Music Label: Eros Now, Sony Music India

'Udi Udi Jaye'

From the 2017 action thriller Raees, "Udi Udi Jaye" brings a vibrant Gujarati folk flavor to the playlist. Starring Shah Rukh Khan and Mahira Khan, this kite-flying song, set during Makar Sankranti, perfectly captures the celebratory spirit of Gujarat. The song was composed by Ram Sampath, sung by Sukhwinder Singh, Bhoomi Trivedi & Karsan Sagathia, and penned by Javed Akhtar. It was released on January 24, 2017, by Zee Music Company.

Key Details:

• Film: Raees
• Starring: Shah Rukh Khan, Mahira Khan
• Singers: Sukhwinder Singh, Bhoomi Trivedi, Karsan Sagathia
• Music: Ram Sampath
• Lyrics: Javed Akhtar
• Release Date: January 24, 2017
• Music Label: Zee Music Company

‘Shubhaarambh’

This soulful yet energetic track from the 2013 film Kai Po Che! is an ideal song for starting any auspicious occasion, including Navratri. Featuring Sushant Singh Rajput, Raj Kumar Yadav, Amit Sadh, and Amrita Puri, the song's lyrics evoke new beginnings. Composed and sung by Amit Trivedi, along with Divya Kumar and Shruti Pathak, with lyrics by Swanand Kirkire, "Shubhaarambh" was released on February 15, 2013, under Sony Music Entertainment India Pvt. Ltd.

Key Details:

• Film: Kai Po Che!
• Starring: Sushant Singh Rajput, Raj Kumar Yadav, Amit Sadh, Amrita Puri
• Singers: Amit Trivedi, Divya Kumar, Shruti Pathak
• Music: Amit Trivedi
• Lyrics: Swanand Kirkire
• Release Date: February 15, 2013
• Music Label: Sony Music Entertainment India Pvt. Ltd.

‘Dholi Taro Dhol Baaje’

A timeless Garba classic, "Dholi Taro Dhol Baaje" from the 1999 Sanjay Leela Bhansali film Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam remains a Navratri favourite. The song is famously picturized on Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan, performing a vibrant Garba. Composed by Ismail Darbar, the track features the powerful voices of Kavita Krishnamurthy, Vinod Rathod, and Karsan Sargathia, with lyrics by Mehboob. It was released on April 30, 1999, by T-Series.

Key Details:

• Film: Hum Dil De Chuke Sanam
• Starring: Salman Khan, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan
• Singers: Kavita Krishnamurthy, Vinod Rathod, Karsan Sargathia
• Music: Ismail Darbar
• Lyrics: Mehboob
• Release Date: April 30, 1999
• Music Label: T-Series Salman Khan Praises Flydubai Pilot Smit Machchhar for Courage During Mid-Air Attack.

These Bollywood numbers, with their infectious rhythms and memorable performances, continue to be integral to Navratri celebrations, inviting everyone to partake in the joyous spirit of dance and devotion.

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