We have to face it- Bollywood has been a little disappointing with its songs lately. The charm that Bollywood songs carried with them was lost somewhere in the unnecessary remixes and pop songs with unbearable lyrics. 2022, however, was a year where we saw some sense of redemption with Kesariya, Doobey, Meri Jaan, and Naatu Naatu (which by the way also won an Oscar and a Golden Globe) making it to the top of our playlists. We are now in 2024 and this redemption has lowkey carried itself into the next year and we couldn’t have been happier! Let’s take a look at the Best Bollywood songs of 2023 so far!
Also Read: 20 Best Bollywood Songs Of 2022 That Captured Our Hearts
1. Besharam Rang | Pathaan
On the top of our list, we have Besharam Rang- a song from the Blockbuster hit- Pathaan. The song, although released in 2022 was a major hit and remained on the top of the charts for a long time even after the movie was released in January 2023. Sung by Shilpa Rao, it is a groovy song with a sensuous performance of Deepika Padukone.
2. Jhoome Jo Pathaan | Pathaan
There’s no doubt that Pathaan as a movie was a mega blockbuster but its songs also seem to have won the hearts of its audiences. Jhoome Jo Pathaan is a post-credit song composed by Vishal-Shekhar. The song also has an Arabic version which has gained much popularity in the Middle East. The music video of Jhoome Jo Pathaan has crossed over 300 million views on YouTube.
3. Show Me The Thumka | Tu Jhoothi Main Makkaar
Wake up besties, the hottest new sangeet dance number has dropped! In the movie Tu Jhoothi Mai Makkar, the song Show Me The Thumka has gained a lot of attention for its catchy tune and spicy moves. Definitely, one of the best Bollywood songs of 2023 so far!
4. Tere Pyaar Mein | Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar
Another Tu Jhoothi Mai Makkar song, Tere Pyaar Mein has everything that makes for a perfect Bollywood song. More than the song, Alia Bhatt’s cute reel on the song won our hearts!
5. Pyaar Hota Kayi Baar Hai | Tu Jhoothi Main Makkar
Pyaar Hota Kayi Baar hai in itself is a perfect conveyance of Ranbir Kapoor’s character in the movie. With his smooth moves and irresistible charm, this song is one of the most viewed songs from the movie’s album.
6. Rabba Janda | Mission Majnu
Rabba Janda from Mission Majnu *had* to make it to our list of best Bollywood songs of 2023. Siddharth Malhotra is the designated lover boy of Bollywood and songs like Rabba Janda and Raata Lambiyan are proof! No one could have portrayed the love in the song better than Jubin Nautiyal. His voice has added a whole new beautiful dimension to the song!
7. Voh Tere Mere Ishq Ka | Jubilee
One of Bollywood’s finest singers, Sunidhi Chauhan is back, giving us songs to cherish for a really long time. From Jubilee, the song Voh Tere Mere Ishq Ka takes you back to the golden days of Bollywood where ghazals reigned supreme. It suits the theme of the show and is proof that good songs still do exist in Bollywood
8. Tere Vaaste | Zara Hatke Zara Bachke
Tere Vaaste is a song from the movie Zara Hatke Zara Bachke starring Vicky Kaushal and Sara Ali Khan. The movie did fairly well at the Box Office but it’s the songs that have won the hearts of netizens. This song has been trending on all social media platforms. From a young boy screaming this song at the top of his lungs, to people dancing, this song has captured everyone in its trance and we couldn’t have been happier.
9. Phir Aur Kya Chahiye | Zara Hatke Zara Bachke
Again from the movie Zara Hatke Zara Bachke, this song by Arijit Singh proved to be an audience favourite. You know a love song has done its job when you listen to it and immediately think of your crush? or significant other. This song does exactly that. It portrays the relationship between the two characters in the movie with utter perfection.
10. Tum Kya Mile | Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
The movie hasn’t even been released yet and fans are going all gaga over its release. We get it. Saree-clad Alia Bhatt romancing Ranveer Singh against the picturesque background of the snowy mountains of Kashmir… I mean how Bollywood can this get?! This Dharma release is going to set hearts on fire!!
10. Chaleya | Jawan
This song features charming Shah Rukh Khan and beautiful Nayanthara dancing as a pair for the first time- and they looked gorgeous! This song has some iconic steps that became viral on the internet. Even K-pop sensation Kim Woojin followed the same steps and danced to this song- and his Indian fans went into a frenzy! Have you tried dancing to this song or made a reel on it yet or not?
11. Pasoori Nu | SatyaPrem Ki Katha
This song originally from the Pakistani Coke Studio became a sensational hit and so Bollywood included its Hindi version in the movie SatyaPrem Ki Katha. Although, this song did not hit that many likes, but Arijit Singh still tried his best- kudos to him!
12. Udd Jaa Kale Kawa | Gadar 2
This new version of the popular song from the first part of the movie Gadar is much better and even became more popular! Apart from the soulful songs, lyrics, and chemistry between Amisha Patel, and Sunny Deol the purple lenses of Amisha Patel also became the talk of the town!
13. Main Nikla Gaddi Leke | Gadar 2
It’s a song that is the rendition of the same song from the first Gadar movie that was released in 2001. Only a few songs get a remake that is as successful as the original version- well, this one was! The video also stirred the public’s nostalgia who got to see their favorite actors dancing to their favorite song once again.
14. Zihaal e Miskin (Video) Javed-Mohsin | Vishal Mishra, Shreya Ghoshal
This is one of those videos that did not need a movie to get hype! It is a romantic song- more like a song about deceit and heartbreak. It’s a song sung by Vishal Mishra and Shreya Ghoshal- so it is bound to be melodious. The video is also filled with the same emotions.
15. Zinda Banda | Jawan
A song on which audiences danced in the movie hall as well- and it’s a dance number for sure! The song features not just SRK, but also stars Priyamani, and Sanya Malhotra, among others. You can’t start dancing once this groovy number starts playing.
16. Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya | Jawan
A song that shows SRK doing some dance moves that are not that easy- this fast song has also that vibe that you know would get viral as soon as you listen to it. Also, you will see the younger and older versions of SRK dancing on the song side-by-side- a rare sight for his fans!
17. Oonchi Oonchi Waadi | OMG 2
This soulful song is all about Lord Shiva and explains all the greatness of our God who lives in the mysterious mountains of the Himalayas and teaches us the true meaning of life. If you want to play a song about Bhole Shankar- this one is a must in your devotional playlist.
18. Oonchi Oonchi Deewarein | Yaariyan 2
This song gradually found a place in the hearts of the youth who know and have experienced ‘Love at first sight’! This song is sung by Arijit Singh and Manan, and the composition is as beautiful as the video.
19. Pehle Bhi Main | Animal
Almost all songs from the movie have become massive hits including Jamal Kudu, Satranga, Arjan Valley, and many more. But the latest one that is sung by Arijit Singh and has become a fan favorite is this one!
20. Main Parwana | Pippa
A retro-style song with a retro-style dance performance by Ishan Khattar received praise from people and became famous on social media. Its peppy old-style beats and singing style gave us a whiff of those times when we had no mobile phones and enjoyed uninterrupted music!
21. Saari Duniya Jala Denge | Animal
A song that resembles many good old Bollywood songs but still is melodious and different in its way- that’s this song. A Ranbir Kapoor starrer song and the movie has to become a trend, right?
22. Sher Khul Gaye | Fighter
A song that stars the gorgeous duo of Hrithik Roshan and Deepika Padukone for the first time has impressed many. It is one of those songs that could become addictive quite quickly!
23. Va Va Voom | The Archies
Well, the movie got mixed reactions but the only song from the movie that caught the attention of social media users was this one- its catchy beats did quite a good job and impressed the audience.
24. Leke Prabhu Ka Naam | Tiger 3
A song that gives the same vibe as the song ‘Swag Se Swagat’ from Tiger 2 movie. Well, this is another hit party song from 2023 that is still ruling our hearts and blasting at every DJ party.
25. Jalsa 2.0 | Mission Raniganj
A nice movie with a grooving Punjabi song that you already know will rule every wedding party! The song became trendy in wedding and wedding reels in 2023.
This list proves that 2023 was a promising year. Here’s to hoping that Bollywood keeps up the spirit and gives us more songs like these throughout 2024 too!