Jasleen Royal Kicks Off 2026 With Emotional New Track ‘Koi Naam’

Celebrated singer-songwriter Jasleen Royal steps into 2026 with a deeply personal new single, “Koi Naam,” released today in collaboration with Universal Music India (UMI). The track not only marks her first release of the year but also signals the start of a long-term strategic association with UMI,one built on creative freedom, an artist-first philosophy, and a shared commitment to meaningful storytelling.

Over the past decade, Jasleen Royal has carved a unique space in Indian music with her emotionally rich, instantly recognisable sound. From the tender nostalgia of Kho Gaye Hum Kahan to the chart-topping romance of Ranjha, Sahiba, Heeriye and Nachde Ne Saare, her songs have consistently connected across generations. With Koi Naam, she enters a new creative chapter,one that feels more introspective, stripped-back and emotionally courageous.

At its core, Koi Naam is a quiet meditation on love that was never defined and loss that never found closure. The song explores the fragile space between attachment and ambiguity, where emotions run deep but words remain unspoken. The recurring line “Dena tha ise koi naam” anchors the track, capturing the ache of something profoundly meaningful slipping away before it could ever be named.

Musically, the song leans into minimalism. Its atmospheric production allows Jasleen’s nuanced vocal performance to take centre stage, drawing listeners into an intimate, almost confessional soundscape. The restraint in the arrangement amplifies the emotion, letting silence and softness speak as loudly as the lyrics themselves.

This emotional depth extends seamlessly into the music video, which translates the song’s inner world into striking visual poetry. Shot underwater in a technically demanding yet beautifully executed setup, the video mirrors the song’s sense of suspension,of being submerged in memory, longing and unspoken emotion. The visuals signal Jasleen’s evolving artistic language, blending global aesthetics with an emotional core that remains deeply rooted in Indian sensibilities.

Reflecting on the song, Jasleen Royal shares, “‘Koi Naam’ comes from a very personal space. It reflects a love that carried immense emotion but very little definition. It’s about losing someone who felt like home, yet the relationship was never officially named. There’s a unique emptiness in grieving something that meant everything to you, but couldn’t be openly claimed.”

With Koi Naam, Jasleen Royal reaffirms her place as one of India’s most compelling musical storytellers—an artist unafraid to sit with vulnerability and let emotion lead the narrative. The release sets the tone for what promises to be a powerful run of music ahead, as she continues to evolve creatively while staying deeply connected to her listeners.