Hasan Jahangir Reveals Filmmakers Paid $50,000 for ‘Hawa Hawa’ in Dhurandhar Movie; Here's Why

Pakistani singer Hasan Jahangir recently spoke on ARY Digital’s Shan-e-Sahoor about his iconic song Hawa Hawa, featured in Dhurandhar. He revealed the filmmakers paid $50,000 for its use, highlighting proper copyright practices.

Hasan Jahangir Talks ‘Hawa Hawa’ in Dhurandhar

Pakistani singer Hasan Jahangir recently appeared on ARY Digital’s Ramadan show Shan-e-Sahoor, discussing his iconic song Hawa Hawa, which was featured in the Ranveer Singh-starrer Dhurandhar. He spoke about its relevance in the film and how the rights were properly acquired for its use.

$50,000 Paid for Song Rights

Hasan revealed that the filmmakers paid him $50,000 (≈₹45 lakh) for using Hawa Hawa. “Yes, the makers gave me the money and took permission,” he said, highlighting how copyright practices have changed since the song was released in 1987.

Reflecting on His Career

Speaking about his musical journey, Hasan explained that the song came out over 40 years ago. “Earlier, there was no copyright system. Now, anyone using my songs first takes permission and pays,” he added, emphasizing how the industry has evolved.

Song in Dhurandhar

In Dhurandhar, Hawa Hawa plays during Sanjay Dutt’s entry as SP Chaudhary Aslam. The song amplified the impact of his stylish confrontation with drug smugglers in the desert, making the sequence a highlight of the film and trending on social media.

Other Classic Tracks in the Film

Director Aditya Dhar included several classic songs in the movie, like Na Toh Karwan Ki Talash Hai from Barsaat Ki Raat, Rambha Ho by Usha Uthup, and Piya Tu Ab To Aaja from Caravan, blending nostalgia with modern storytelling.

Dhurandhar: First of a Two-Film Series

Dhurandhar follows an Indian spy infiltrating crime and politics in Pakistan, referencing real events like the 1999 IC-814 hijack, 2001 Parliament attack, and 2008 Mumbai attacks. It’s the first installment of a planned two-film spy thriller series.