"I loved the vibe straight away."
Armin van Buuren and Craig David joined forces with acclaimed Indian composer Anurag Saikia to deliver a stunning new version of ‘Ishq Hai (This Is Love)’.
Originally composed for the third series of Netflix India’s hit series Mismatched, the track has been reborn as a cross-cultural anthem.
Since its 2024 debut, Ishq Hai has amassed over 300 million streams, including 175 million on Spotify India.
Its heartfelt lyrics and soulful melodies have resonated on wedding playlists, short-form video platforms, and beyond India, reaching Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Nepal, and the Middle East.
The track quickly became a modern classic across Asia.
In the new version, Armin van Buuren transforms the track from a soft, intimate ballad into a soaring anthem for the dancefloor.
Meanwhile, Craig David, who is fresh off the release of his new album Commitment, lends his smooth vocals and delivers a moving English verse that expands the song’s appeal across cultures and languages.
Dutch DJ Armin said: “When I first heard ‘Ishq Hai’, its emotion and melody instantly stayed with me.
“Working with Craig to reimagine it was special. We kept its soul but gave it the energy to connect with dance floors all over the world.”
Echoing the sentiment, Craig said: “The first time I heard ‘Ishq Hai’, I loved the vibe straight away.
“Working with Armin on the track was a really special experience.
“I had a great time adding my verse and being part of a version that opens the song up to even more people worldwide.”
Composer Anurag Saikia added:
“’Ishq Hai’ is such a special song for me and I feel so blessed to have received so much love.”
“And now, having worked with Armin van Buuren and Craig David just shows how music travels beyond borders and connects on a whole different emotional level. This is love, indeed.”
With support from Believe and Armada Music, ‘Ishq Hai (This Is Love)’ demonstrates the power of music to bridge cultures.
The collaboration fuses Indian tenderness with international club euphoria, making it both a cultural connector and a generational anthem.
The track is already making waves on global music charts, marking a new chapter for a song that first captured hearts across Asia.
Listen to ‘Ishq Hai (This Is Love)’
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