Samad Khan And Bharath Return With New Single ‘Zakhmi’ Via IndieA Records

Following the success of their debut album Bemisaal, independent music duo Samad Khan and Bharath have released their latest single, Zakhmi, through IndieA Records. The track explores the emotional aftermath of a breakup, reflecting on love, loss and the process of moving forward.

Blending heartfelt lyrics with soothing melodies, Zakhmi captures the lingering memories that remain after a relationship ends. Inspired by the Hindi film songs the duo grew up listening to, the song combines simple storytelling, memorable melodies, Hindustani influences and contemporary desi-pop sensibilities to create a sound that feels both intimate and relatable.

According to the artists, Zakhmi was written in a single night, allowing them to preserve the raw emotions that inspired the track.

Speaking about the release, Samad Khan said, “Zakhmi came from a very honest place. We wanted to capture the feeling of missing someone without making it overly dramatic. Sometimes heartbreak lives in the small moments and memories that keep coming back. Writing it in one sitting helped us keep those emotions real. I think listeners will connect with the song because almost everyone has experienced that feeling of holding on to memories while trying to move forward.”

Bharath added, “What I love about Zakhmi is that it isn’t just about sadness. There’s warmth in the melody and hope within the emotion. We’ve always been inspired by songs that are simple, relatable and stay with you, and that feeling naturally shaped this track. I believe listeners will see parts of their own stories in the song, whether they’re healing from heartbreak or looking back on a relationship that meant something to them.”

The release builds on the momentum generated by Bemisaal and further strengthens the duo’s growing presence in India’s independent music landscape. Through its blend of timeless musical influences and contemporary production, Zakhmi showcases Samad Khan and Bharath’s evolving artistry while offering listeners a deeply personal yet universally relatable listening experience.

Released via IndieA Records, Zakhmi is now available across major streaming platforms.