Despite constant criticism and trolling on social media, Coke Studio seems to remain defiant and risks to bring and experiment old evergreen classics. From Sayonee, Aafreen Aafreen to National anthem to classics like Mujhse Pehli Si, Coke Studio has attempted to rework the evergreen classics which is a difficult feat, keeping in mind that they hold sentimental value for many Pakistanis. However, unlike other tracks from the episode 10, CS’s Mujhse Pehli Si Mohabbat has been proved to be a Mekaal Hasan debuts as a music director on Coke Studio taking on a classic ghazal ‘Mujh Se Pehli Si Muhabbat’ written by Faiz Ahmed Faiz and originally performed by Madam Noor Jehan. Unleashing his signature sound, Mekaal Hasan creates a carefully constructed soundscape fitting for the themes of rapture and cruelty that Faiz touches upon in his poetry. The silvery vocals of Humera Channa paired with the honeyed tones of Nabeel Shaukat’s voice make for a fantastic combination to take on this humble tribute to the unmatched Noor Jehan. After making her debut on Coke Studio Season 7, Humera Channa returns to Coke Studio to share more of her exquisite voice in Season 10. With his soul-stirring performance of ‘Bewaja’ coupled with his duet with Ali Sethi on ‘Umran Lagiyaan’ in Season 8, Nabeel Shaukat returns to Coke Studio Season 10 set to steal hearts again with his heart-warming voice.
