Laal Ishq (song)

"Laal Ishq" (Devanagari: लाल इश्क़, Nastaliq: لال عشق, literally "Crimson Love" or "Red Love") is a popular Hindi song featured in the 2013 Bollywood film Goliyon Ki Raasleela Ram-Leela, directed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali.

The song is composed by Sanjay Leela Bhansali himself and sung by Arijit Singh, with lyrics penned by Siddharth-Garima. "Laal Ishq" is known for its soulful melody and poignant expression of intense, passionate love, often tinged with pain and longing. The term "laal ishq" itself evokes a powerful imagery of a love that is consuming, fiery, and deeply ingrained.

The song's arrangement typically features traditional Indian instruments, creating a rich and evocative soundscape. It contributes significantly to the film's overall atmosphere and narrative, emphasizing the passionate and tragic romance at its core. The song's success has cemented its place as a significant contemporary contribution to the genre of Bollywood romantic ballads.