Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham - Kris Bowers [Bridgerton Season 2 (Covers from the Netflix Series)]

[@rishishah1003]

As a South Asian and someone who has watched and listened to the original version of this song growing up, this is a proud representation moment for my culture, my people, and I. This song was released in 2001, in a Bollywood (indian) film called Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham (which in English means "Sometimes joyful, sometimes sorrowful") and has been iconic among the South Asian population since then. To see it used in an american TV show after so many years is def a step in the right direction in the representation of South asians in Hollywood. Thank you Bridgerton and Kris Bowers.

[@Shrivalli6927]

The TV show is british

[@sysy3703]

British show** 👌🏽

[@bonniephilp7549]

So wonderful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts

[@kouaxiong7070]

@@Shrivalli6927 No. It's an American show, set in Britain. The country of origin for a show is based on the creators and producers, but more importantly the productio company (Netflix), not where the show is set. Otherwise, we'd say Lost in Translation is a Japanese film or Anna Karenina (2012) is a Russian film. That's also one of the reasons why we categorized Minari as an American film, despite it's use of a foreign language.

[@bonniephilp7549]

@@kouaxiong7070 thank you

[@ieff10]

I’m not Indian but I grew up watching K3G and when I heard this in the series I was so happy and the way they contrasted the Indian culture into this series 😍

[@celebfashionstar]

I m indian but that was yukkk movie and stupid movie...and acting was overacting...yeah songs are good

[@artijha5550]

@@celebfashionstar It was a really good movie and it's not like it was made today

[@jayshah4203]

For future reference most call it K3G :) I was a bit taken back when I read 'KKK'G

[@아이리액트]

@@celebfashionstar I agree it was a bad movie, I'm an indian

[@아이리액트]

@@artijha5550 regardless of the time it was stupid movie

[@koliuddin1656]

If this isn't everyone's new bridal entrance song, I don't know what is. This is everything!! Thank you just thank you!!

[@adityawigoena6255]

Yes unless it is Indian themed wedding 😅

[@cbn05]

I literally just thought about using this song one day for my entrance 😂

[@Hoemiedits]

It kinda gives sad vibes .

[@carolbasudde4872]

Getting married in Aug and am using this. Am not indian but grew up watching bollywood and KKKG is one of my faves

[@Ash-xt1ej]

Okay mine is Indian (cause I am) and I’m thinking about having this as a first dance between me and my fiancé. I kinda like the message. Joy and sorrow make up life, and going through those stages together will make us stronger.

[@emmaswartz4549]

I really love that Bridgerton incorporates all different cultures and color. To me it feels seemless and natural as if this multicultural world really existed.

[@iamremmie]

God Willing it will :)

[@tanveerzehra6183]

My thoughts exactly. How seemless it feels even though story is based in early 19th century.

[@sppotterstark8057]

Have you read the books I bet their very diverse. Lmao 😂

[@emmaswartz4549]

@@sppotterstark8057 *they're

[@hannahanneabraham97]

@@sppotterstark8057 AFAIR, race of any of the characters isn't specifically mentioned in the books, but ofc there is an implicit assumption by the reader that it's about white characters - due to the names and the settings. In any case, the series makes a lovely example of how you can take creative liberties and still remain true to - or even better than - the source material.

[@clarkspacewayne2672]

For those who don’t understands KKKG was THE movie of our time when it came out. I remember it being huge! My family made such a big deal to see it in theatres which was un-heard of back then. It’s like our Titanic. Beautiful movie. Even if you don’t watch Bollywood movies, guarantee it’ll make you feel something.

[@SayMyName316]

Our titanic is DDLJ, this is a family oriented film

[@Coswalker27]

My family make it a tradition to watch it once a year. And have a new member of the family watch it with everyone.

[@cherry7590]

I watched it so many times and it still makes me cry. such a masterpiece! RIP Lata.

[@trinishamudaly8499]

I re-watched it recently after a long time and I've got to say it still holds up beautifully. Yes, some of the clothes and dialogue were kind of cringey but in all honesty it still makes me bawl like a baby. It touched on so many things that are the back bone of Indian and NRI culture. Respect, family, tradition, pride and the intense unspoken love of or people.

[@MCG555]

One of my favorites of Shah Rukh Khan's movies. Watched it several times.❤

[@aamina5854]

This is so beautiful. I am so heartbroken, I wish Lata ji would have been around to hear this. I bet she would've loved it.🥺

[@surekabhola3687]

What episode was this played in?

[@abbeyBominable123]

@@surekabhola3687 episode 6, during the haldi scene

[@frndlisprtr4826]

she lives on ❤

[@bellafawzi4694]

❤❤❤❤

[@ushosisarkar1507]

Yes true ❤😢

[@rachelzachariah]

hearing this rendition during the show made me literally tear up idk why, it's just seeing south asian representation, especially in a period piece- plus seeing a darker skinned indian woman be the main love interest for the story is just incredible to me. also i realized that kate and edwina's mother's love story was very similar to rahul's love story in K3G in regards to falling in love with and marrying a "commoner" and being estranged from disapproving parents because of that. i'm just so happy for the representation as well as the beautiful arrangement of this piece.

[@lydiamathi4871]

yes yes yes to everything in this post!!!

[@zahra2k2]

Yassss!! You have just said everything that was in my mind!! Couldn't describe any better! I teared up also when I heard this rendition of K3G

[@XanStephP]

I teared up as well! This is what representation feels like.💕

[@Sugakimo]

Do you remember when the song came in the show I can’t remember

[@lydiamathi4871]

@@Sugakimo its at the beginning of S2 Episode 6!

[@plum_loco]

As a British Asian this makes me SO PROUD!! I have tears in my eyes. After walking between two cultures all my life and now at 60, this piece tells me that the two cultures can blend and walk in perfect harmony if allowed by society in general. I wish the western world could embrace so many other beautiful pieces of Indian music in the future. Thank you for this masterpiece.

[@TheBatmanNJ]

The show is created by a Black woman.

[@anweshak]

@@TheBatmanNJ so? season 2 has a strong southeast asian representation. it doesn't matter if the show's created by a black woman or not.

[@TheBatmanNJ]

@@anweshak indian are racist towards black people.

[@bellafawzi4694]

❤❤❤❤

[@ravi8490]

As a guy who grew up watching K3G, they did the song justice!

[@ushriyamoodley1257]

My cousin got married around July and she had a Christian wedding, but she wanted the Church orchestra to play this as she walked down the isle. It was such a tear opener and having a piece of our culture intertwine with another in holy matrimony. I love how proud we are of our roots yet didn't outshine the other party

[@tasteslikepepsicola1216]

Kind of surreal hearing this iconic song and seeing a fellow south Asian woman playing a love interest in a period romance drama. Finally feels like our community is being seen in Hollywood and our culture being appreciated.

[@TheBatmanNJ]

why do you beg it in hollywood ? desperate for white validation much 😂

[@Dzion5050]

Shut up Pakistani , it was Indian not bloody south asian lol. Indian actors tried had for globalisation of indian movies. Give justice to Indian movies. Stop categorising it as south asian lol.

[@tasteslikepepsicola1216]

@@Dzion5050 Bro first of all, i'm literally Indian calm down. Second of all, you sitting behind a screen writing rude comments like this acting like you are the true flag bearer of Indian cinema and/or culture is making me cackle lol. Please find yourself a job or hobby and stop infesting the internet with your stifling presence. Have a good evening :)

[@thewindspirit]

Couldn't believe my ears when this rendition started palying at the start of the episode. Brought me tears.

[@holycrab801]

which episode pls

[@thewindspirit]

@@holycrab801 Episode 6 if I remember correctly

[@misskiz786]

Me too, once I recognized the tune I was so surprised but in the loveliest way, had to replay the entire scene a few times. This is why representation matters

[@tanushreeduttas2823]

Was just watching S2 ep 6 'Haldi' scean where this music was added as BGM, will have to say took me a little while to recognise the tune but once I did, I felt rejoyced

[@narozan2769]

it's already out? what?! i have been living under a mountain

[@Justmehanae]

Really i totally miss it... which scene??

[@tanushreeduttas2823]

@@narozan2769 apparently you have been 😅, season 2 has released on 25th march

[@tanushreeduttas2823]

@@Justmehanae S2 ep 6 during the first 12-14 minutes.

[@prithachatterjee3614]

I totally agree 😅 it wasn't until the end I finally understood and I was like o shittt!!

[@LS-us1jm]

As a Sri Lankan, bridgerton season 2 was impactful even for other south asians like me

[@RavenRose86]

I'm German, Bollywood films were huge here, (RTL2 for my fellow Germans!) I grew up watching them and falling deeply in love with the music, the colours, the culture... hearing this song made me so happy !

[@nartanaiyer8653]

I love that

[@nartanaiyer8653]

I didn’t know Bollywood was so popular in Germany

[@johnnydeclanbarnes116]

Islam is the truth

[@Ahmed-ii7up]

@@johnnydeclanbarnes116 how is this comment relevant to the video?

[@denizb.4142]

It is or was. Shah Rukh Khan, Kajol and Hrithik Roshan are famous in Germany

[@mehku2363]

As an Indian girl raised in America, this literally brings me tears of joy!! K3G is the ultimate desi family movie, and I have watched it countless times. Thanks, Shondaland for including this!!!

[@ri8255]

Netflix knows its audience. Had to watch whole season to see where they've kept this iconic song of Lataji. Hat's off to Netflix. Most Beautiful rendition in the whole series 😍

[@sudiptasarkar8652]

Pls tell the episode number

[@megv7481]

Episode 6

[@sudiptasarkar8652]

@@megv7481 Thankyou so much

[@hezal5005]

@@sudiptasarkar8652 episode 6 from the start

[@najihahffirdaus3345]

Not an indian but I grew up listening to the song. the show and the song itself was iconic and legendary and I’m proud they implement that in the show

[@poulomi__hari]

"Kabhi khushi kabhi gum" A little joy, a little sorrow.... The Haldi scene where it was showcased, the scene was contrasting the feelings of Anthony and Kate durinh their pre-wedding rituals. While Edwina was happy, Kate was pretending to be too, Anthony was clearly not and he was making all sorts of excuses for enjoying the festivities. It sat perfectly. A bit of joy, a bit of sorrow. Thats life. And thats the lyrics of this song. "Its your deeds A bit of joy, a bit of sorrow..."

[@samanthacarolina4006]

I'm not indian but I loved K3G , I watched it when I was younger and hearing the song in bridgerton felt so nostalgic. This version feels so heavenly.

[@Catti808]

When this came on, I had goosebumps. Such a nice moment for us knowing it’s origin.

[@nikkitabeghi4648]

I was so stunned to hear this in Bridgerton! I couldn’t believe it and it just filled me with immense pride that so many people are being introduced to Indian culture in such a beautiful way but especially with this song because this is arguably one of the biggest films to ever come out of the Bollywood industry - ever. I think the Bridgerton writers represented our culture in the most beautiful way!

[@dillagi20]

Oh my god, they did an orchestra for this song😍. I'm crying it's so emotional

[@raima6877]

God it was so crazy hearing K3G in Bridgerton of all things. It’s such a classic for South Asians, so to hear in such a huge westerner show with two proud darkskinned Indians LEADS was amazing.

[@abrarzawad9975]

OMG I KNEW IT FROM THE FIRST SECOND THAT THIS WAS K3G! I FELT SO PROUD AND NOSTALGIC! BEST POSSIBLE CHOICE OF SONG FOR THAT SCENE I MUST SAY!!!

[@ishisrivastava1899]

Which scene was it and from which episode

[@abrarzawad9975]

@@ishisrivastava1899 season 2 ep 6 the haldi ceremony scene

[@kitzv91]

I just lost my parents recently , My Mom was half Indian , and growing up our family literally watched tons of bollywood movies. She just looooved Shah Rukh Khan. then when I watched the episode 6 and this cover played I was like crying like a baby and laughing at the same time hahahaha , realising how I miss her so much and wished that shes watching it with me. dang this is just amazing... thank you Kris! you are amazing.

[@nartanaiyer8653]

This made me so emo .more power to you and your mom

[@kitzv91]

@@nartanaiyer8653 thank you!

[@LordBobbyFanboy]

I wish she was happy to see Pathaan, Jawan and Dunki do well in the box office

[@islandlei7293]

I am not Indian but I have grown up watching K3G and I cannot tell you my excitement when I heard this rendition in Bridgerton and I loved the scene it was used in! 😍👏🏾

[@rania9912r]

I'm not indian but I loved the indian representation in this season ...I loved it more than the first one

[@liirinen]

Same

[@hopeworld6284]

I’m Moroccan and me and all my family grew up watching Bollywood late 90s early 2000s movies And Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham is the one we have the most attach to ! And this reminds me sm of my childhood it makes me tear up ! So happy for south Asian representation

[@miriskafrancis7350]

I should not be crying this much , I feel so proud to be a south asian indian woman

[@kucingmanis8356]

As an indonesian woman who really loves indian movie and music, this ost hits home.. really suits their love story

[@bellafawzi4694]

❤❤

[@pprriyam]

Was not expecting to be emotional hearing this,, as one of the most watched movies growing up, this song has a lot of emotions attached. the cover is beautiful!

[@romiya708]

with lata ma'am's passing recently, this song just hits different. it holds so much of my childhood memories

[@EXOLAF]

This is beautiful. Kris Bowers always does the best covers. The essence of the original song is still there.

[@RiddhiL-]

ExoL spotted 🤣❤

[@EXOLAF]

@@RiddhiL- we are everywhere 😌

[@purbated]

I was so overwhelmed when I realized that THIS was playing in Bridgerton!!!! Thank you so much! It's beautiful. It's a big part of all of our childhood.

[@frendzfamirlife]

So. Many. Chills. So. Much. Nostalgia. This is incredible, never thought an official orchestrated version of K3G would sound this….. perfect 💫

[@kirans1192]

The best song to be in bridgeton so far

[@TropicalMariahLover]

Brought tears to my eyes. That this movie and soundtrack has transcended. I still remember the first time I watched this movie.

[@urbanaislambarsha1277]

You know the first 5 sec I couldn’t understand what song they were playing but when I understand I was so shocked I mean they were playing "Kabhi khusi khabi gram" an iconic movie of which i watched million times growing up...Couldn’t be more happier as a south asian.

[@firnovak1629]

Which episode?

[@urbanaislambarsha1277]

@@firnovak1629 I don't remember the episode but it was the haldi scene of Edwina..It was MOST certainly episode 5

[@delsmontgomery]

Agreed! In the show, I wish they played more of or started out with the chorus part

[@visnesuyuu]

im not indian but i have watched this movie so often growing up that i would recognise it anytime and anywhere. the amount of happiness i felt when i heard this song watching ep 6 was so sweet! so i cant imagine how indian people must have felt. this was such a great tribute to one of the nicest bollywood movies

[@MultiBigbird01]

Growing up with that movie and that song being one of the most iconic bollywood songs makes hearing this western rendition of it so much more beautiful.

[@cd8874]

As a south Asian growing up watching K3G with such beautiful and memorable songs and this iconic one. Chef kiss! I am fucking SOBBING 😭.

[@nisrina_nazihah]

As Malaysian, I grew up watching a few Bollywood movie, and Khabi Kushi Khabie Gham is one of them. This song really bring back memories, and another soundtrack from Khabi Kushi Khabie Gham movie that are one of my fav is Bole Chundiyan.

[@payeldas7733]

this instrumental is the happiness I need in my life right now. Its more than just beautiful. Very impressive cover.

[@minahawk2089]

Kabhi kushi kabhie gham has my heart ♥

[@neelammohanty0319]

This music Gave me goosebumps. I was so happy after listening this. Everyone loves K3G. Glad the directors of Bridgerton opted for this song. This traditional rendition is so good. I've been listening it since the day I heard this in S2 ep6. The original singer of this song, Lata ji would've been proud.❤️

[@maryamsattar5019]

Balling my eyes out over this. OOOO MYYYYYY GODDDDDD

[@sabrinaspurzem1672]

I'll be honest, when this came on in the show, I was struck by lightning. All my childhood memories came flooding back to me in a rush. Endless Bollywood Nights spend in the small secluded guest room infront of the TV with my mum watching the songs and colors and dances of 2000s Bollywood Era. How I crushed so hard on Hrithik Roshan as a 10-year-old, my little brain could not even comprehend. How the gold, the glitter, the colors, the emotions and the story just tore me away into this beautiful dream world. And here I was sitting as a 25-year on my bed, watching this and been hit by all of it. And I started to cry. Because it was so beautiful. Because of being reminded of a time long gone, 15 years ago, I hadn't thought of it in ages, back when all was still well and life was just that much easier. When none of all of what I have to fight against now on a daily basis mattered. Because it did not exist. Because I was a child. Because I was happy. And I cried ... and was happy.

[@ambre_9774]

My grand mother from North Africa showed me a lot of Bollywood movie as a child and teenager. But KKKG always was my favourite. I recognised the music instantly 😅

[@NewbieDiaries]

K3G has always been my favorite movie of all time and hearing it in Bridgerton and instantly recognizing it made and broke my heart into millions pieces😭❤️

[@miriamz3037]

I’m reading the comments and honestly felt the same as you all when u heard this. Almost fell off the sofa when I heard it! I was in love with music in the last series but to tie in an Indian song with the Indian Sharma characters was a beautiful touch.

[@alexandraflormann8897]

I grew up with this movie and hearing this version now brings me to tears, its beautiful

[@angeandwords]

This music was a part of my childhood and when I heard it I couldn't beileve! Bridgerton grew in front of my eyes, so nostalgic!

[@gabrielleanddrewpayne-ok8kn]

As a South Asian marrying an American man...I heard this during the episode I bawled my eyes out. This is my aisle song because WHY NOT! Such a quality classic.

[@cath6321]

Ughh I cried when I watched this episode. Growing up this is a classic tune for all of the Caribbean. Representation in modern day matters. Shows we the country are healing as one people one nation ❤️🥺.

[@AbdullahHayatKhan]

Being a Pakistani when this music was played in the background i got goosebumps!!! My mind instantly recognised it as Kabhi khushi kabhi gham....

[@thilinikulathilaka5920]

I’m not Indian. But I grew up watching Khabhi Kushi khabi gum. At the moment I was seeing this seen with this music; it took me to a different nostalgic feeling! It was totally an unexpected beautiful moment🥺❤️

[@paperbackacademie6640]

Ooofe. The representation we never knew we needed but we got.

[@rovewingsy6857]

We Indians grew up watching KJO dramas. This movie was released when I barely could imagine if life exists without parents. Moving to a different country when I now go back to what KJO dramas have they bring back those memories where I cried to SRK leaving his home and reuniting again. Honestly, that's what I wish now to reunite with my parents.

[@Krishy2609]

Nahh this is something... Something beautiful and majestic!! It's so lovely and elegant! Just wow!!! Khabi Khushi Kabhi Gham...

[@rahulvinalnarayan9743]

There’s so much heart in this rendition. It perfectly fits Bridgeton. Very well orchestrated

[@zaddynumber5]

This was absolute fav soundtrack. Made me even love this season then the last one.

[@taznaz1383]

Ready for all the south asian wedding trailers to feature this 🤣🤣🤣

[@ADwal29]

Shondaland... you have just made yourself a ton of new fans! This track feels personal for some reason. Thank you!!!

[@adorabledork89]

This song is apart of my childhood and forever one of my FAVORITE!! I'm so happy to hear this, and this have happen!!

[@xx-fb7wp]

Now that I’ve heard this cover I can die in peace.

[@pristinegovender]

We know that this is gonna be on the playlist of all the desi weddings this year🥹

[@priyankasalaklan9445]

This is beautiful, thanks for this version. Although original is a masterpiece. yet this is beautiful too.

[@quazimunira]

This is like the ultimate desi movie. Doesn't matter where you are from, as long as you are from India, Bangladesh or Pakistan, you are supposed to love it.

[@bijalmusic]

Lata Ji would have been so happy to hear this 🥺❤️

[@QuraishaKodruth1901]

I was a teenager when this came out, attending my cousins wedding, so it was really nostalgic to hear this, brought back memories of the good old days. BTW, these 2 lovely ladies were brilliant, absolutely love this season. Definitely better than seas 1.

[@keiolagovender8474]

Goosebumps when I heard this.😭

[@hellohi8551]

I have not seen many bollywood movies but KKKG will be my forever favorite. This song has always made me feel so incredibly much. Realizing this was playing in the background was so beautiful

[@leenza6087]

This is so beautiful I’m crying reminiscing my childhood

[@Showtime_1509]

Hearing this made me so proud and now I need to rewatch the original film Update: I did rewatch it and it's as legendary as always.

[@tooktooknee]

The moment I heard this, I knew what it was. Overjoyed they did a cover of this song!

[@annalizaburce7802]

On mark 02:45 leading to 02:48 is pure Eargasm. 😍😱😭 I can't stop repeating it. Especially with earphones. 😭😭😭

[@therealdeal-365]

This is, by far, the best historical romance show I have ever watched or to ever have been produced. This show has absolutely raised the bar for historical romance shows out there. Roof has completely been blown. Watching the episode where this song was played just took me by complete surprise. I don't think I've ever felt such a strong form of nostalgia as I did in that moment. It took me back years and years and years. Back to the feeling you got watching the movie K3G itself. Bridgerton has outdone itself. Best show ever!

[@Hrishikesh347]

So much of emotions.. Loved this rendition.. K3G isn't just a movie but every Indian's emotion and this song is just came from heaven.. ❤❤

[@nurazreenisa9823]

Always a goosebumps when listening to this song! RIP Lata Ji. ❤️

[@withstaruni]

I was gleaming with happiness and a smile when they had this song in the TV show. I instantly recognized it 😍 growing up watching bollywood films and dancing 💃 along with them. I am so happy Indian culture is being represented ! 🙌💜

[@rouchmoo94]

The way I was happy when the song was playing!!!!! K3G' songs are incredible, i'm glad they used it

[@r.h.6249]

I cant believe how good this sounds even without all the Indian instruments

[@sunshinensymphony9051]

Literal tears. I cannot describe. 😭

[@tunerani2101]

Pure nostalgia! Bollywood movies started to be shown on German tv in the mid 2000s. And this movie is to this day my whole family's favorite! Such a great addition to the soundtrack!

[@2011cuteboy]

As a huge K3g fan, this made me cry.

[@SuzanaR]

This is pure perfection! K3G was thf first bollywood movie I ever saw almost 15 years ago. Hearing this beautiful rendition in Bridgerton makes me emotional ❤

[@DinaROfficial]

I’m obsessed with this cover

[@ani2508]

This song !! Reminds my of my childhood, my first Bollywood movie & now in bridgerton 🥹

[@sapnaramsumair]

Such a soul-touching rendition of this song!!! 🥺❤

[@manojsingla5042]

I had goosebumps all over listening this in bridgeton season 2 episode 6. Somehow felt so proud.

[@artemes-xoxo1938]

I’m so happy I can’t believe this actually happened 😭😭this season make me feel butterflies 🦋 😭🥺🤍

[@MostPowerfulPMofIndia]

Violin hits my soul so badly It is so deep melancholic vintage profound soulful ageless timeless

[@nurperi9688]

I had nonstop goosebumps listening to this🥹 my fav Bollywood song of all time😭❤️

[@Sunnysinghentertainment30]

I loved how they recreated two of my favorite songs kabhi khushi kabhi gam and wrecking ball in this version 😍😍😍 i got goosebumps when i literally heard this song it sounded familiar 👌👌👌

[@NishatAnjum]

I was so surprised to hear the soundtracks, I had to pause, go back and re-watch the haldi scenes...

[@lifeneverfeltsogood]

Beautiful cover of an iconic and timeless song ❤

[@TheSnackWrap]

I teared up when I heard it in the show. 😅

[@nobody2454]

My childhood played in a Netflix series,feeling so proud. Love from Bangladesh..❤🇧🇩

[@anujapm04]

I couldn't believe myself when this version came on in the episode, especially in the Haldi Ceremony setting! I can't describe the emotions that it invoked in me, I mean here's a song we've all grown up listening to and for it to suddenly come wrapped up in such a beautiful way and setting, suffice to say I was overwhelmed with emotion. So new and different, yet preserving the essence of the old. Now that is how a fusion should be made! Loved it!❤