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| name = Sooraj
| name = Sooraj Dooba Hain
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| caption = Cover of the song, featuring actors [[Jacqueline Fernandez]], [[Ranbir Kapoor]], [[Arjun Rampal]]
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| artist = [[Arijit Singh]], [[Aditi Singh Sharma]]
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| album = [[Roy (2015 film)|Roy]]
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| label = [[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]]
| label = [[T-Series (company)|T-Series]]
| writer = [[Kumaar]]
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| producer = [[Bhushan Kumar]]
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"'''Sooraj Dooba Hai'''" (English: '''The Sun Has Set''') is a [[Music of Bollywood|Hindi song]] from the [[List of Bollywood films of 2015|2015 Bollywood]] film, ''[[Roy (film)|Roy]]''.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/roy-jacqueline-romances-with-ranbir-and-arjun-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/1/408111.html |title=Roy's first song out: Jacqueline romances with Ranbir, Arjun in Sooraj Dooba Hai |work=[[India Today]] |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> Composed by [[Amaal Mallik]], the song is sung by [[Arijit Singh]] and [[Aditi Singh Sharma]], with lyrics penned by [[Kumaar]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/roy-watch-ranbir-jacqueline-in-the-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hain/article1-1299081.aspx |title=Roy: Watch Ranbir, Jacqueline in the new song 'Sooraj dooba hain' |work=[[Hindustan Times]] |date=22 December 2014|accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The music video of the peppy, dance track features actors [[Jacqueline Fernandez]], [[Ranbir Kapoor]] and [[Arjun Rampal]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.koimoi.com/videos/sooraj-dooba-hain-roy-feat-ranbir-kapoor-jacqueline-fernandez-arjun-rampal/ |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain Song – Roy – Feat. Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arjun Rampal |work=[[Koimoi]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>
"'''Sooraj Dooba Hain'''" ({{Translation|The sun has set}}) is a [[Music of Bollywood|Hindi song]] from the [[List of Bollywood films of 2015|2015 Bollywood]] film, ''[[Roy (2015 film)|Roy]]''.<ref>{{cite web |date=21 December 2014 |title=Roy's first song out: Jacqueline romances with Ranbir, Arjun in Sooraj Dooba Hai |url=http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/roy-jacqueline-romances-with-ranbir-and-arjun-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/1/408111.html |accessdate=4 January 2015 |work=[[India Today]]}}</ref> The song was composed by [[Amaal Mallik]] with lyrics by [[Kumaar]], and is sung by [[Arijit Singh]] and [[Aditi Singh Sharma]].<ref>{{cite web |date=22 December 2014 |title=Roy: Watch Ranbir, Jacqueline in the new song 'Sooraj dooba hain' |url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/roy-watch-ranbir-jacqueline-in-the-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hain/article1-1299081.aspx |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141222125710/http://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/bollywood/roy-watch-ranbir-jacqueline-in-the-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hain/article1-1299081.aspx |archive-date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015 |work=[[Hindustan Times]]}}</ref> The music video features actors [[Jacqueline Fernandez]], [[Ranbir Kapoor]], and [[Arjun Rampal]].<ref>{{cite web |date=19 December 2014 |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain Song – Roy – Feat. Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez, Arjun Rampal |url=http://www.koimoi.com/videos/sooraj-dooba-hain-roy-feat-ranbir-kapoor-jacqueline-fernandez-arjun-rampal/ |accessdate=4 January 2015 |work=Koimoi}}</ref>


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The music video for the song was officially released on 19 December 2014 and was exclusively released on [[Hungama Digital Media Entertainment|Hungama.com]]. The single of the song was digitally released on 22 December 2014. Commercially, the song fared well, topping the [[iTunes]] charts in [[India]] and [[Cambodia]], along with the [[Friends FM|91.9 Friends FM]] weekly chart.
Producer of the film, [[Bhushan Kumar]] heard the rough version of the song composed and written by Mallik and wanted to hear the final version of the song, for which Kumaar wrote the lyrics. For the male vocals of the song, Mallik wanted a voice that does not sing many peppy numbers. The song is all about living the present moment with someone special. The video track shows Fernandez romancing both Kapoor and Rampal.

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The music video of the song was officially released on 19 December 2014 and was exclusively released on [[Hungama Digital Media Entertainment|Hungama.com]]. The single of the song was digitally released on 22 December 2014. Commercially, the song fared well, topping the [[iTunes]] chart of Indian and Cambodian, along with [[Friends FM|91.9 Friends FM]] weekly chart.


== Background ==
== Background ==
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The song was composed by [[Amaal Mallik]] who made his debut in [[Bollywood]] as a music director with the 2014 film ''[[Jai Ho (film)|Jai Ho]]''.<ref>{{cite web |title=Armaan Malik: 2014 was about an overall development of mine |url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/armaan-malik-2014-was-about-overall-development-mine-141231 |work=Radio and Music |date=31 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> Initially, producer [[Bhushan Kumar]] told Mallik that he was looking for a youthful party song for the film. He offered the chance to five other music composers, intending to select the best track.<ref name="Amaal's TOI interview">{{cite web |title=Amaal Mallik: The hook line sealed the deal for me |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Amaal-Mallik-The-hook-line-sealed-the-deal-for-me/articleshow/45809191.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=9 January 2015 |accessdate=13 January 2015}}</ref> Mallik finalized a rough version of "Sooraj Dooba Hain" with a few lines written, which he had originally composed three years ago and had been rejected by many film producers.<ref name="reject">{{cite web |title=On a Song: How a rejected tune turned into a chart topper |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/On-a-Song-How-a-rejected-tune-turned-into-a-chart-topper-/articleshow/46130119.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Roshmila Bhattacharya |date=5 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> Kumar, associated with producing the film, had heard the version along with other tracks Mallik had composed and wanted to hear the final version of the song, for which [[Kumaar]] wrote the lyrics. Mallik was not aware that the song was intended for the film ''Roy'' until Kumar showed him the poster of the film for which he had composed the song.<ref name="Amaal's attitude">{{cite web |title=Amaal Mallik's 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' from 'Roy' has his attitude and Arijit's style |url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/amaal-malliks-sooraj-dooba-hai-roy-has-his-attitude-and-arijits-style-141224 |work=Radio and Music |date=24 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>
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The song is composed by [[Amaal Mallik]] who made his debut in [[Bollywood]] as a music director with the [[List of Bollywood films of 2014|2014]] released film ''[[Jai Ho (film)|Jai Ho]]''.<ref>{{cite web |title=Armaan Malik: 2014 was about an overall development of mine |url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/armaan-malik-2014-was-about-overall-development-mine-141231 |work=Radio and Music |date=31 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> Initially, [[Bhushan Kumar]] told Malllik, that he was looking for a youthful party song for the film, and offered the chance to five other music composers, in-order to select the best track.<ref name="Amaal's TOI interview">{{cite web |title=Amaal Mallik: The hook line sealed the deal for me |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Amaal-Mallik-The-hook-line-sealed-the-deal-for-me/articleshow/45809191.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=9 January 2015 |accessdate=13 January 2015}}</ref> Mallik finalised a rough version of "Sooraj Dooba Hai" with a few lines written, which was originally composed by him three years ago and was rejected by many of the film producers.<ref name="reject">{{cite web |title=On a Song: How a rejected tune turned into a chart topper |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/On-a-Song-How-a-rejected-tune-turned-into-a-chart-topper-/articleshow/46130119.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Roshmila Bhattacharya |date=5 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> [[Bhushan Kumar]], associated in producing the film, heard the version along with other tracks he had composed and wanted to hear the final version of the song, for which [[Kumaar]] wrote the lyrics. After composition he wasn't aware that the song was composed for the film ''[[Roy (film)|Roy]]'' until Bhushan showed him the poster of the [[Roy (film)|film]] for which he has composed the song.<ref name="Amaal's attitude">{{cite web |title=Amaal Mallik's 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' from 'Roy' has his attitude and Arijit's style |url=http://www.radioandmusic.com/entertainment/editorial/news/amaal-malliks-sooraj-dooba-hai-roy-has-his-attitude-and-arijits-style-141224 |work=Radio and Music |date=24 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> He stated:


== Writing and recording ==
The director of the film [[Vikramjit Singh]] gave Mallik an insight into [[Ranbir Kapoor]]'s character, a carefree person who believes one should forget everything and live freely. Singh wanted the track to be about being young and carefree, similar to those which can be played in clubs too. With the first verse of the song written by Kumaar, which was "cracked" in fifteen minutes, Mallik realised that they "hit upon something really special". According to him the song is something every person in this world can relate to and it is "a party song with a simple melody, Electronic Dance Music beats and non-crass lyrics".<ref name="Amaal's TOI interview"/><ref name="reject"/>
The director of the film, Vikramjit Singh, gave Mallik an insight into [[Ranbir Kapoor]]'s character, a carefree person who believes one should forget everything and live freely. Singh wanted the track to be about being young and carefree, similar to songs played in [[Nightclub|clubs]]. With the first verse of the song written by Kumaar, which was "cracked" in fifteen minutes, Mallik realized that they "hit upon something really special". According to him the song is something everyone in the world can relate to and it is "a party song with a simple melody, [[Electronic dance music|Electronic Dance Music]] beats and non-crass lyrics".<ref name="Amaal's TOI interview" /><ref name="reject" /> The song is all about living the present moment with someone special.<ref>{{cite web |date=20 December 2014 |title=Roy: Watch out for Jacqueline in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai'! |url=http://www.newsnation.in/article/64441-roy-watch-jacqueline-%E2%80%98sooraj-dooba-hai%E2%80%99.html |accessdate=4 January 2015 |work=[[News Nation]]}}</ref>


The song is sung by [[Arijit Singh]] and [[Aditi Singh Sharma]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming romantic thriller Roy to be high on music |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Upcoming-romantic-thriller-Roy-to-be-high-on-music/articleshow/45617138.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=23 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> For the male vocals of the song, Mallik wanted a voice that does not sing many peppy numbers. Regarding the vocals by Singh, Mallik stated: "Arjit was one name that came to my mind and he too was extremely happy when he heard the song. He told me that he wished to maintain his style and will add my attitude to the song".<ref name="Amaal's attitude"/> Mallik called Sharma and informed her of the song, and mentioned that he would email it to her before recording it at the studio; "Knowing that Amaal is an absolute king at EDM, I remember opening the email with immense excitement as he had mentioned it's a dance track [and] it's a duet with Arijit Singh". According to Sharma, she fell in love with the track instantly, and kept listening to it over and over again. At the studio Mallik briefed her to do improvisations as per her wish; "After my solo parts were done, we worked on ideas for suitable harmonies for Arijit's lines, for the chorus as well".<ref>{{cite web |title=Aditi Singh Sharma: I am lucky to have so many friends here |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Aditi-Singh-Sharma-I-am-lucky-to-have-so-many-friends-here/articleshow/46054169.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=30 January 2014 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> The song marks the first time Sharma sings for the lead actress of the film, [[Jacqueline Fernandez]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Fast 5 with Aditi Singh Sharma |url=http://www.asianage.com/music/fast-5-aditi-singh-sharma-865 |work=[[The Asian Age]] |author=Pramita Bose |date=29 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015 |deadurl=yes |archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20150105170209/http://www.asianage.com/music/fast-5-aditi-singh-sharma-865 |archivedate=5 January 2015 |df=dmy-all }}</ref> The song is all about living the present moment with someone special.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy: Watch out for Jacqueline in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai'! |url=http://www.newsnation.in/article/64441-roy-watch-jacqueline-%E2%80%98sooraj-dooba-hai%E2%80%99.html |work=[[News Nation]] |date=20 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song is picturised on Fernandez, [[Ranbir Kapoor]] and [[Arjun Rampal]]. It's the first time Fernandez is paired against Kapoor and Rampal.<ref>{{cite web |title=Check out: Jacqueline Fernandez romancing Arjun Rampal and Ranbir Kapoor in Roy |url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/features/type/view/id/7659 |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> It is choreographed by [[Ahmed Khan (choreographer)|Ahmed Khan]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy song Sooraj dooba hai making: Arjun Rampal-Jacqueline Fernandez learn the dance steps; while Ranbir Kapoor gives it a miss!|url=http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-making-arjun-rampal-jacqueline-fernandez-learn-the-dance-steps-while-ranbir-kapoor-gives-it-a-miss/ |work=Bollywood Life|author=Prateek Sur |date=4 February 2014 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref>
The song is sung by [[Arijit Singh]] and [[Aditi Singh Sharma]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Upcoming romantic thriller Roy to be high on music |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Upcoming-romantic-thriller-Roy-to-be-high-on-music/articleshow/45617138.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=23 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> For the male vocals of the song, Mallik wanted a voice that does not sing many peppy numbers. Regarding the vocals by Singh, Mallik stated: "Arjit was one name that came to my mind, and he too was extremely happy when he heard the song. He told me that he wished to maintain his style and will add my attitude to the song".<ref name="Amaal's attitude" /> Mallik called Sharma and informed her of the song, and mentioned that he would email it to her before recording it at the studio; "Knowing that Amaal is an absolute king at EDM, I remember opening the email with immense excitement as he had mentioned it's a dance track [and] it's a duet with Arijit Singh". According to Sharma, she fell in love with the track instantly, and kept listening to it over and over again. At the studio Mallik briefed her to do improvisations as per her wish; "After my solo parts were done, we worked on ideas for suitable harmonies for Arijit's lines, for the chorus as well".<ref>{{cite web |title=Aditi Singh Sharma: I am lucky to have so many friends here |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/news/Aditi-Singh-Sharma-I-am-lucky-to-have-so-many-friends-here/articleshow/46054169.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=30 January 2014 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> The song marks the first time Sharma sings for the lead actress of the film, [[Jacqueline Fernandez]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Fast 5 with Aditi Singh Sharma |url=http://www.asianage.com/music/fast-5-aditi-singh-sharma-865 |work=[[The Asian Age]] |author=Pramita Bose |date=29 December 2014 |access-date=4 January 2015 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150105170209/http://www.asianage.com/music/fast-5-aditi-singh-sharma-865 |archive-date=5 January 2015 }}</ref>
The song is noted as the first time Fernandez has been paired against Kapoor and Rampal.<ref>{{cite web |title=Check out: Jacqueline Fernandez romancing Arjun Rampal and Ranbir Kapoor in Roy |url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/features/type/view/id/7659 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141225035737/http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/features/type/view/id/7659 |url-status=dead |archive-date=25 December 2014 |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> It is choreographed by [[Ahmed Khan (choreographer)|Ahmed Khan]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy song Sooraj dooba hai making: Arjun Rampal-Jacqueline Fernandez learn the dance steps; while Ranbir Kapoor gives it a miss!|url=http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-making-arjun-rampal-jacqueline-fernandez-learn-the-dance-steps-while-ranbir-kapoor-gives-it-a-miss/ |work=Bollywood Life|author=Prateek Sur |date=4 February 2014 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref>


== Picturization and marketing ==
== Picturization and marketing ==
The released music video features the three leading actors from the film [[Jacqueline Fernandez]], [[Arjun Rampal]] and [[Ranbir Kapoor]], although the film version of the song features Rampal and Fernandez only.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiatvnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranbir-arjun-jacqueline-in-roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hain--19340.html |title=Ranbir, Arjun, Jacqueline's peppy track 'Sooraj dooba hain' from Roy |work=[[India TV]] |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> On 18 December 2014, stills of the video, which show Fernandez romancing both Kapoor and Rampal, were released.<ref name="first look">{{cite web |title=Jacqueline gets to romance both Ranbir and Arjun in Roy |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/Jacqueline-gets-to-romance-both-Ranbir-and-Arjun-in-Roy/articleshow/45561339.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song is picturized on a contrast of locations from long drives, to quaint beaches to energetic clubs.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy song Sooraj Dooba Hain: Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez and Arjun Rampal party to the peppy club number! |url=http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hain-ranbir-kapoor-jacqueline-fernandez-and-arjun-rampal-party-to-the-peppy-club-number/ |work=Bollywood Life |author=Subramanian Harikumar |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song is shot in scenic locations from [[Malaysia]].<ref>{{cite web |date=28 October 2014 |title=Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez starrer Roy runs into weather trouble |url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/news/type/view/id/2690012 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141108231625/http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/news/type/view/id/2690012 |archive-date=8 November 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015 |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]]}}</ref>
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Though, the released music video features the three leading actors from the film [[Jacqueline Fernandez]], [[Arjun Rampal]] and [[Ranbir Kapoor]], the film version of the song features Rampal and Fernandez only.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiatvnews.com/entertainment/bollywood/ranbir-arjun-jacqueline-in-roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hain--19340.html |title=Ranbir, Arjun, Jacqueline's peppy track 'Sooraj dooba hain' from Roy |work=[[India TV]] |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> On 18 December 2014, stills of the song, which show Fernandez romancing both Kapoor and Rampal were released.<ref name="first look">{{cite web |title=Jacqueline gets to romance both Ranbir and Arjun in Roy |url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/Jacqueline-gets-to-romance-both-Ranbir-and-Arjun-in-Roy/articleshow/45561339.cms |work=[[The Times of India]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song is picturised on a contrast of locations from long drives, to quaint beaches to energetic clubs.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy song Sooraj Dooba Hain: Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez and Arjun Rampal party to the peppy club number! |url=http://www.bollywoodlife.com/news-gossip/roy-song-sooraj-dooba-hain-ranbir-kapoor-jacqueline-fernandez-and-arjun-rampal-party-to-the-peppy-club-number/ |work=Bollywood Life |author=Subramanian Harikumar |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The music video shows Fernandez shaking her leg on the dance floor. She is accompanied by Rampal, who matches dance steps with her while Kapoor "looks intense and cut off" in the song.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bollywoodmantra.com/news/roy-watch-ranbir-jacqueline-romance-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/16461/ |title=Roy: Watch Ranbir, Jacqueline romance in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |work=Bollywood Mantra |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> It also shows Fernandez romance with Rampal and Kapoor through various [[Snippet (programming)|snippet]]s from the [[Roy (film)|film]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiawest.com/entertainment/bollywood/jacqueline-fernandez-parties-to-sooraj-dooba-hain-song-from-roy/article_f1691226-87ae-11e4-bbdc-3ba5aacd542c.html |title=Jacqueline Fernandez Parties to 'Sooraj Dooba Hain' Song from 'Roy': Video |work=India-West |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> In the song, Rampal is seen donning a fedora hat,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.firstpost.com/bollywood/watch-roys-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-deserves-pinterest-board-2002043.html |title=Watch: Roy's new song Sooraj Dooba Hai, which deserves a Pinterest board |work=[[Firstpost]] |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> while Fernandez dons two avatars, as she plays a dual role in the film.<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch 'Roy' song: Jacqueline Fernandez lives it up beautifully in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/watch-roy-song-jacqueline-fernandez-lives-it-up-beautifully-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/ |work=[[The Indian Express]] |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> When in the same frame with Kapoor, she is seen sporting a [[Bob cut|faux bob]] hair style though she is dressed very casually with her long tresses and accessories including bands and [[bracelet]]s with a tattoo on her neck and wrist, when in the company of Rampal.<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch Roy New Song: 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |url=http://www.filmibeat.com/bollywood/news/2014/watch-video-roy-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-168359.html |work=Filmibeat |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song is shot in scenic locations from [[Malaysia]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline Fernandez starrer Roy runs into weather trouble |url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/movies/news/type/view/id/2690012 |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |date=28 October 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> In a scene of the song, Fernandez is seen wearing a "long chain" on her neck which was designed by herself.<ref>{{cite web |title=Jacqueline Fernandez designed her own jegling for 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' in 'Roy' |url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-jacqueline-fernandez-designed-her-own-jegling-for-sooraj-dooba-hai-in-roy-2049626 |work=[[Daily News and Analysis]] |author=Nayandeep Rakshit |date=5 January 2015 |accessdate=5 January 2015}}</ref>


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The music video shows Fernandez shaking her leg on the dance floor. She is accompanied by Rampal, who matches dance steps with her while Kapoor "looks intense and cut off" in the song.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bollywoodmantra.com/news/roy-watch-ranbir-jacqueline-romance-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/16461/ |title=Roy: Watch Ranbir, Jacqueline romance in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |work=Bollywood Mantra |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> It also shows Fernandez romance with Rampal and Kapoor through various snippets from the film.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiawest.com/entertainment/bollywood/jacqueline-fernandez-parties-to-sooraj-dooba-hain-song-from-roy/article_f1691226-87ae-11e4-bbdc-3ba5aacd542c.html |title=Jacqueline Fernandez Parties to 'Sooraj Dooba Hain' Song from 'Roy': Video |work=India-West |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> In the video, Rampal is seen donning a [[fedora]] hat,<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.firstpost.com/bollywood/watch-roys-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-deserves-pinterest-board-2002043.html |title=Watch: Roy's new song Sooraj Dooba Hai, which deserves a Pinterest board |work=Firstpost |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> while Fernandez dons two avatars, as she plays a dual role in the film.<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch 'Roy' song: Jacqueline Fernandez lives it up beautifully in 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/watch-roy-song-jacqueline-fernandez-lives-it-up-beautifully-in-sooraj-dooba-hai/ |work=[[The Indian Express]] |date=21 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> When in the same frame with Kapoor, she is seen sporting a [[Bob cut|faux bob]] hair style, but she is dressed very casually with long tresses, accessories including bands and [[bracelet]]s, and a tattoo on her neck and wrist when in the company of Rampal.<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch Roy New Song: 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' |url=http://www.filmibeat.com/bollywood/news/2014/watch-video-roy-new-song-sooraj-dooba-hai-168359.html |work=Filmibeat |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> In one scene, Fernandez is seen wearing a "long chain" on her neck which was designed by herself.<ref>{{cite web |title=Jacqueline Fernandez designed her own jegling for 'Sooraj Dooba Hai' in 'Roy' |url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/report-jacqueline-fernandez-designed-her-own-jegling-for-sooraj-dooba-hai-in-roy-2049626 |work=[[Daily News and Analysis]] |author=Nayandeep Rakshit |date=5 January 2015 |accessdate=5 January 2015}}</ref>
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Since June 2014, [[Ranbir Kapoor]] has been the brand ambassador for the AskMe mobile application. As one of their marketing strategy, AskMe signed a marketing and promotion deal with [[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]] for "Sooraj Dooba Hai" which also features Kapoor in the video, has the words 'Ask Me' incorporated in the lyrics at four places.<ref>{{cite web |title=AskMe launches marketing blitz with Ranbir Kapoor's 'Roy' |url=http://www.financialexpress.com/article/industry/companies/askme-launches-marketing-blitz-with-ranbir-kapoors-roy/37410/ |work=[[The Financial Express (India)|The Financial Express]] |date=31 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> Apart from the lyrics, the video also shows their product placement in the background, when [[Jacqueline Fernandez]] and [[Arjun Rampal]] dance to the beats of the song in an uptown club.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy starring Ranbir Kapoor and AskMe launch unprecedented marketing strategy|url=http://www.india.com/showbiz/roy-starring-ranbir-kapoor-and-askme-launch-unprecedented-marketing-strategy-268075/ |work=India.com |author=Rishabh Chakravorty |date=2 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref>

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Since June 2014, Kapoor has been the brand ambassador for the AskMe mobile application. As one of their marketing strategy, AskMe signed a marketing and promotion deal with [[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]] for "Sooraj Dooba Hain" which also features Kapoor in the video, has the words 'Ask Me' incorporated in the lyrics at four places.<ref>{{cite web |title=AskMe launches marketing blitz with Ranbir Kapoor's 'Roy' |url=http://www.financialexpress.com/article/industry/companies/askme-launches-marketing-blitz-with-ranbir-kapoors-roy/37410/ |work=[[The Financial Express (India)|The Financial Express]] |date=31 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> Apart from the lyrics, the video also shows product placement for the company in the background, when Fernandez and Rampal dance to the beats of the song in an uptown club.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy starring Ranbir Kapoor and AskMe launch unprecedented marketing strategy|url=http://www.india.com/showbiz/roy-starring-ranbir-kapoor-and-askme-launch-unprecedented-marketing-strategy-268075/ |work=India.com |author=Rishabh Chakravorty |date=2 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref>


== Release and response ==
== Release and response ==
First look of the song was published on 18 December 2014 by ''[[The Times of India]]''.<ref name="first look"/> The music video of the song was officially released on 19 December 2014, through the YouTube channel of [[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain Video Song – Roy – Arijit singh – Ranbir Kapoor – Arjun Rampal – Jacqueline |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVl3om0-GFE |publisher=YouTube |work=[[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song was exclusively released on [[Hungama Digital Media Entertainment|Hungama.com]] and was available for the next three days from the time of release.,<ref>{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba from Roy available exclusively only on Hungama App |url=http://www.oyetimes.com/cinema/masala/75712-sooraj-dooba-from-roy-available-exclusively-only-on-hungama-app |work=[[Oye! Times]] |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> On 22 December, the full song was released digitally as a single,<ref name="iTunes single">{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain (From "Roy") – Single |url=https://itunes.apple.com/in/album/sooraj-dooba-hain-from-roy/id952761039 |publisher=[[iTunes]] |work=Amaal Mallik, Arijit Singh & Aditi Singh Sharma |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> and was available at online music-streaming platforms.<ref>{{cite web |title=Listen to Sooraj Dooba Hain Yaaron Song Online |url=http://www.saavn.com/p/song/hindi/Roy/Sooraj-Dooba-Hain-Yaaron/MiwuZUJBBWU |work=[[Saavn]] |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The music video of the song was the first track released from the [[Roy (film)|film]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch: Peppy dance number 'Sooraj Dooba' from 'Roy'! |url=http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/music/watch-peppy-dance-number-sooraj-dooba-from-roy_1517446.html |work=[[Zee News]] |author=Aparna Mudi |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>
A first look at the song was published on 18 December 2014 by ''[[The Times of India]]''.<ref name="first look"/> The music video was officially released on 19 December 2014, through the YouTube channel of [[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain Video Song – Roy – Arijit singh – Ranbir Kapoor – Arjun Rampal – Jacqueline |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVl3om0-GFE |publisher=YouTube |work=[[Super Cassettes Industries T-Series|T-Series]] |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The song was exclusively released on [[Hungama Digital Media Entertainment|Hungama.com]] and was available for the next three days from the time of release.<ref>{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba from Roy available exclusively only on Hungama App |url=http://www.oyetimes.com/cinema/masala/75712-sooraj-dooba-from-roy-available-exclusively-only-on-hungama-app |work=Oye! Times |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> On 22 December, the full song was released digitally as a single,<ref name="iTunes single">{{cite web |title=Sooraj Dooba Hain (From "Roy") – Single |url=https://itunes.apple.com/in/album/sooraj-dooba-hain-from-roy/id952761039 |publisher=[[iTunes]] |work=Amaal Mallik, Arijit Singh & Aditi Singh Sharma |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> becoming available on various online music-streaming platforms.<ref>{{cite web |title=Listen to Sooraj Dooba Hain Yaaron Song Online |url=http://www.saavn.com/p/song/hindi/Roy/Sooraj-Dooba-Hain-Yaaron/MiwuZUJBBWU |work=[[Saavn]] |date=22 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref> The music video of the song was the first track released from the [[Roy (2015 film)|film]].<ref>{{cite web |title=Watch: Peppy dance number 'Sooraj Dooba' from 'Roy'! |url=http://zeenews.india.com/entertainment/music/watch-peppy-dance-number-sooraj-dooba-from-roy_1517446.html |work=[[Zee News]] |author=Aparna Mudi |date=19 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>


Apart from topping the music charts, the song was considered as "the party anthem of the season".<ref>{{cite web |title=Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline's 'Roy' topping music charts |url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ranbir-kapoor-jacquelines-roy-topping-music-charts/ |work=[[The Indian Express]] |author=Arun Nair |date=31 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> Within 24 hours of release, the song received 650,000 views on YouTube.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy: Jacqueline romances Ranbir, Arjun in 'Sooraj Dooba hain' |url=http://www.eni.network24.co/entertainment/roy-jacqueline-romances-ranbir-arjun-in-sooraj-dooba-hain-25409_9 |work=Network 24 |author=Arun Nair |date=20 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>
Apart from topping the music charts, the song was considered as "the party anthem of the season".<ref>{{cite web |title=Ranbir Kapoor, Jacqueline's 'Roy' topping music charts |url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/bollywood/ranbir-kapoor-jacquelines-roy-topping-music-charts/ |work=[[The Indian Express]] |author=Arun Nair |date=31 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}</ref> Within 24 hours of release, the song received 650,000 views on YouTube.<ref>{{cite web |title=Roy: Jacqueline romances Ranbir, Arjun in 'Sooraj Dooba hain' |url=http://www.eni.network24.co/entertainment/roy-jacqueline-romances-ranbir-arjun-in-sooraj-dooba-hain-25409_9 |work=Network 24 |author=Arun Nair |date=20 December 2014 |accessdate=4 January 2015}}</ref>
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!scope="row"| ''[[The Times of India]]'' [[Radio Mirchi|Mirchi]] Top 20 Chart<ref>{{cite news|title=Music Chart – The Times of India – Mirchi Top 20 Week Ending 16 January 2015|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/musicchart/1081479906.cms?chartid=1&periodtype=4&date=2015-01-16 |newspaper=[[The Times of India]] |date=16 January 2015 |accessdate=24 February 2015}}</ref>
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!scope="row"| ''[[Hits FM (Nepal)]] Hits X-press Top 10 Chart''<ref>{{cite web|title=Music Chart – Hits X-press Hits 91.2 FM Nepal|url=http://www.hitsfm.com.np/charts|publisher=[[Hits FM (Nepal)|Hits FM]]|date=15 April 2015|accessdate=15 April 2015}}</ref>
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== Critical reception ==
== Critical reception ==
The song received mostly positive response from [[Music journalism|music critics]].
The song received mostly positive responses from music critics.


''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'''s Rajiv Vijayakar calling it a "nice celebratory song" appraised the "interesting and meaningful lyrics" by [[Kumaar]] and the vocals by Singh, though felt that; "it needed a lively and full-throated singer rather than [[Aditi Singh Sharma]] crooning with a put-on Westernized accent, and that too very superficially from her mouth".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/musiccriticreview/id/606296 |title=Roy (2015) – Music Review |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |author=Rajiv Vijayakar |date=21 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|4|5}}</ref> According to Joginder Tuteja from [[Rediff.com]], [[Amaal Mallik]] deserves full marks for the track; "It's a beautiful tune with a good mix of rhythm and melody [...] and has a club sound but still makes for pleasant listening".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/review-roys-music-rocks/20150118.htm |title=Review: Roy's music rocks! |work=[[Rediff.com]] |author=Joginder Tuteja |date=18 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|4|5}}</ref> Sankhayan Ghosh of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' was impressed with the arrangement of the tune, though he felt the song "shows a serious lack of imagination".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/play/tried-tested-3/ |title='Roy' music review: Impossible to like without getting a sense of déjà vu |work=[[The Indian Express]] |author=Sankhayan Ghosh |date=13 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|2|5}}</ref> Rucha Sharma from ''[[Daily News and Analysis]]'' wrote: "For a change, it's good to hear Arijit Singh singing happy tunes. Aditi Singh Sharma compliments his voice very well".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/review-music-review-roy-2060350 |title=Roy Music Review |work=[[Daily News and Analysis]] |author=Rucha Sharma |date=12 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref>
''[[Bollywood Hungama]]'''s Rajiv Vijayakar calling it a "nice celebratory song" appraised the "interesting and meaningful lyrics" by Kumaar and the vocals by Singh, though felt that; "it needed a lively and full-throated singer rather than Aditi Singh Sharma crooning with a put-on Westernized accent, and that too very superficially from her mouth".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/musiccriticreview/id/606296 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150102042337/http://www.bollywoodhungama.com/moviemicro/musiccriticreview/id/606296 |url-status=dead |archive-date=2 January 2015 |title=Roy (2015) – Music Review |work=[[Bollywood Hungama]] |author=Rajiv Vijayakar |date=21 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|4|5}}</ref> According to Joginder Tuteja from [[Rediff.com]], Mallik deserves full marks for the track; "It's a beautiful tune with a good mix of rhythm and melody [...] and has a club sound but still makes for pleasant listening".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.rediff.com/movies/report/review-roys-music-rocks/20150118.htm |title=Review: Roy's music rocks! |work=[[Rediff.com]] |author=Joginder Tuteja |date=18 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|4|5}}</ref> Sankhayan Ghosh of ''[[The Indian Express]]'' was impressed with the arrangement of the tune, though he felt the song "shows a serious lack of imagination".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/play/tried-tested-3/ |title='Roy' music review: Impossible to like without getting a sense of déjà vu |work=[[The Indian Express]] |author=Sankhayan Ghosh |date=13 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|2|5}}</ref> Rucha Sharma from ''[[Daily News and Analysis]]'' wrote: "For a change, it's good to hear Arijit Singh singing happy tunes. Aditi Singh Sharma complements his voice very well".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dnaindia.com/entertainment/review-music-review-roy-2060350 |title=Roy Music Review |work=[[Daily News and Analysis]] |author=Rucha Sharma |date=12 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref>


Surabhi Redkar from [[Koimoi]] described the song as "an amazingly upbeat number that hooks you in right from the start". Redkar opining that "it is surely going to be one of the party songs of the year", complimented that Mallik composition has a lot of energy to "drive" to the dance floor.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-movies/music-reviews/roy-music-review/ |title=Roy Music Review |work=[[Koimoi]] |author=Surabhi Redkar |date=19 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref> Kasmin Fernandes of ''[[The Times of India]]'' was entertained with the composition of the song and commented: "Singh's singing is endearing and Aditi Singh Sharma supports him ably. She takes over the reins in the alternate version which shows off her singing chops".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/music-reviews/Music-Review-Roy/articleshow/46133250.cms |title=Music Review: Roy |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=6 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref>
Surabhi Redkar from Koimoi described the song as "an amazingly upbeat number that hooks you in right from the start". Redkar opining that "it is surely going to be one of the party songs of the year", complimented that Mallik composition has a lot of energy to "drive" to the dance floor.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.koimoi.com/bollywood-movies/music-reviews/roy-music-review/ |title=Roy Music Review |work=Koimoi |author=Surabhi Redkar |date=19 January 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref> Kasmin Fernandes of ''[[The Times of India]]'' was entertained with the composition of the song and commented: "Singh's singing is endearing and Aditi Singh Sharma supports him ably. She takes over the reins in the alternate version which shows off her singing chops".<ref>{{cite web|url=http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/music/music-reviews/Music-Review-Roy/articleshow/46133250.cms |title=Music Review: Roy |work=[[The Times of India]] |author=Kasmin Fernandes |date=6 February 2015 |accessdate=17 February 2015}}{{Rating|3|5}}</ref>


== Awards ==
== Awards ==

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| rowspan="4" |<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.mirchimusicawards.com/hindi-2015/Nomination/|title=MMA Mirchi Music Awards|website=MMAMirchiMusicAwards|access-date=25 March 2018}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.mirchimusicawards.com/hindi-2015/winners/|title=MMA Mirchi Music Awards|website=MMAMirchiMusicAwards|access-date=25 March 2018}}</ref>
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Latest revision as of 02:24, 16 July 2024

"Sooraj Dooba Hain"
Cover of the song, featuring actors Jacqueline Fernandez, Ranbir Kapoor, Arjun Rampal
Single by Arijit Singh, Aditi Singh Sharma
from the album Roy
Released19 December 2014 (2014-12-19) (Video)
22 December 2014 (2014-12-22) (Single)
Genre
Length4:24
LabelT-Series
Songwriter(s)Kumaar
Producer(s)Bhushan Kumar
Music video
"Sooraj Dooba Hain" on YouTube

"Sooraj Dooba Hain" (transl. The sun has set) is a Hindi song from the 2015 Bollywood film, Roy.[1] The song was composed by Amaal Mallik with lyrics by Kumaar, and is sung by Arijit Singh and Aditi Singh Sharma.[2] The music video features actors Jacqueline Fernandez, Ranbir Kapoor, and Arjun Rampal.[3]

The music video for the song was officially released on 19 December 2014 and was exclusively released on Hungama.com. The single of the song was digitally released on 22 December 2014. Commercially, the song fared well, topping the iTunes charts in India and Cambodia, along with the 91.9 Friends FM weekly chart.

Background

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The song was composed by Amaal Mallik who made his debut in Bollywood as a music director with the 2014 film Jai Ho.[4] Initially, producer Bhushan Kumar told Mallik that he was looking for a youthful party song for the film. He offered the chance to five other music composers, intending to select the best track.[5] Mallik finalized a rough version of "Sooraj Dooba Hain" with a few lines written, which he had originally composed three years ago and had been rejected by many film producers.[6] Kumar, associated with producing the film, had heard the version along with other tracks Mallik had composed and wanted to hear the final version of the song, for which Kumaar wrote the lyrics. Mallik was not aware that the song was intended for the film Roy until Kumar showed him the poster of the film for which he had composed the song.[7]

Writing and recording

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The director of the film, Vikramjit Singh, gave Mallik an insight into Ranbir Kapoor's character, a carefree person who believes one should forget everything and live freely. Singh wanted the track to be about being young and carefree, similar to songs played in clubs. With the first verse of the song written by Kumaar, which was "cracked" in fifteen minutes, Mallik realized that they "hit upon something really special". According to him the song is something everyone in the world can relate to and it is "a party song with a simple melody, Electronic Dance Music beats and non-crass lyrics".[5][6] The song is all about living the present moment with someone special.[8]

The song is sung by Arijit Singh and Aditi Singh Sharma.[9] For the male vocals of the song, Mallik wanted a voice that does not sing many peppy numbers. Regarding the vocals by Singh, Mallik stated: "Arjit was one name that came to my mind, and he too was extremely happy when he heard the song. He told me that he wished to maintain his style and will add my attitude to the song".[7] Mallik called Sharma and informed her of the song, and mentioned that he would email it to her before recording it at the studio; "Knowing that Amaal is an absolute king at EDM, I remember opening the email with immense excitement as he had mentioned it's a dance track [and] it's a duet with Arijit Singh". According to Sharma, she fell in love with the track instantly, and kept listening to it over and over again. At the studio Mallik briefed her to do improvisations as per her wish; "After my solo parts were done, we worked on ideas for suitable harmonies for Arijit's lines, for the chorus as well".[10] The song marks the first time Sharma sings for the lead actress of the film, Jacqueline Fernandez.[11]

The song is noted as the first time Fernandez has been paired against Kapoor and Rampal.[12] It is choreographed by Ahmed Khan.[13]

Picturization and marketing

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The released music video features the three leading actors from the film Jacqueline Fernandez, Arjun Rampal and Ranbir Kapoor, although the film version of the song features Rampal and Fernandez only.[14] On 18 December 2014, stills of the video, which show Fernandez romancing both Kapoor and Rampal, were released.[15] The song is picturized on a contrast of locations from long drives, to quaint beaches to energetic clubs.[16] The song is shot in scenic locations from Malaysia.[17]

The music video shows Fernandez shaking her leg on the dance floor. She is accompanied by Rampal, who matches dance steps with her while Kapoor "looks intense and cut off" in the song.[18] It also shows Fernandez romance with Rampal and Kapoor through various snippets from the film.[19] In the video, Rampal is seen donning a fedora hat,[20] while Fernandez dons two avatars, as she plays a dual role in the film.[21] When in the same frame with Kapoor, she is seen sporting a faux bob hair style, but she is dressed very casually with long tresses, accessories including bands and bracelets, and a tattoo on her neck and wrist when in the company of Rampal.[22] In one scene, Fernandez is seen wearing a "long chain" on her neck which was designed by herself.[23]

Since June 2014, Kapoor has been the brand ambassador for the AskMe mobile application. As one of their marketing strategy, AskMe signed a marketing and promotion deal with T-Series for "Sooraj Dooba Hain" which also features Kapoor in the video, has the words 'Ask Me' incorporated in the lyrics at four places.[24] Apart from the lyrics, the video also shows product placement for the company in the background, when Fernandez and Rampal dance to the beats of the song in an uptown club.[25]

Release and response

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A first look at the song was published on 18 December 2014 by The Times of India.[15] The music video was officially released on 19 December 2014, through the YouTube channel of T-Series.[26] The song was exclusively released on Hungama.com and was available for the next three days from the time of release.[27] On 22 December, the full song was released digitally as a single,[28] becoming available on various online music-streaming platforms.[29] The music video of the song was the first track released from the film.[30]

Apart from topping the music charts, the song was considered as "the party anthem of the season".[31] Within 24 hours of release, the song received 650,000 views on YouTube.[32]

Chart performance

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Chart Peak
position
The Times of India Mirchi Top 20 Chart[33] 1
Hits FM (Nepal) Hits X-press Top 10 Chart[34] 1

Critical reception

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The song received mostly positive responses from music critics.

Bollywood Hungama's Rajiv Vijayakar calling it a "nice celebratory song" appraised the "interesting and meaningful lyrics" by Kumaar and the vocals by Singh, though felt that; "it needed a lively and full-throated singer rather than Aditi Singh Sharma crooning with a put-on Westernized accent, and that too very superficially from her mouth".[35] According to Joginder Tuteja from Rediff.com, Mallik deserves full marks for the track; "It's a beautiful tune with a good mix of rhythm and melody [...] and has a club sound but still makes for pleasant listening".[36] Sankhayan Ghosh of The Indian Express was impressed with the arrangement of the tune, though he felt the song "shows a serious lack of imagination".[37] Rucha Sharma from Daily News and Analysis wrote: "For a change, it's good to hear Arijit Singh singing happy tunes. Aditi Singh Sharma complements his voice very well".[38]

Surabhi Redkar from Koimoi described the song as "an amazingly upbeat number that hooks you in right from the start". Redkar opining that "it is surely going to be one of the party songs of the year", complimented that Mallik composition has a lot of energy to "drive" to the dance floor.[39] Kasmin Fernandes of The Times of India was entertained with the composition of the song and commented: "Singh's singing is endearing and Aditi Singh Sharma supports him ably. She takes over the reins in the alternate version which shows off her singing chops".[40]

Awards

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Year Award Ceremony Category Recipient Result Reference(s)
2015 Mirchi Music Awards Song of the Year – Nominated [41][42]
Male Vocalist of the Year Arijit Singh Nominated
Music Composer of the Year Amaal Mallik Nominated
Upcoming Music Composer of The Year Amaal Mallik Won

Track listing and formats

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  1. "Sooraj Dooba Hain" – 4:24
  • Original Motion Picture Soundtrack[43]
  1. "Sooraj Dooba Hain" – 4:24
  2. "Sooraj Dooba Hain (Duet Version)" – 4:24
  1. "Sooraj Dooba Hain (Remix)" – 4:35

References

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