A rainy day in Kolkata is not just about umbrellas and puddles—it’s a whole mood. The sound of raindrops on tin roofs, the scent of petrichor rising from old tram tracks, and the emotional pull of nostalgia all come together. Bengali cinema, always sensitive to the city’s rhythm, has given us a number of songs that are perfect companions for such days. Here are five recent Bengali movie songs that beautifully evoke the emotion of a rainy day in Kolkata.
1. “Tomake Chai” from Gangster (2016): A Monsoon Love Anthem from the Streets of Kolkata
Composed by Jeet Gannguli and sung soulfully by Arijit Singh, “Tomake Chai” from the film Gangster blends romance and longing into a melodious monsoon cocktail. Set against Kolkata’s damp lanes and wistful rooftops, the song visually captures the overcast mood with minimal sunlight, slow traffic, and wet streets—mirroring the internal emotions of the lead characters.
The lyrics by Prasen are filled with yearning, making it a perfect rainy day companion. The music video has visuals of rain-soaked window panes and dim-lit rooms, all evoking a mood of urban melancholy—ideal for a gloomy Kolkata afternoon.
2. “Mon Majhi Re” from Boss (2013): When the Rain Speaks of Separation
While not exclusively about rain, “Mon Majhi Re” captures the monsoon emotion of separation and longing with haunting precision. Sung by Arijit Singh and composed by Jeet Gannguli, the song is used in Boss (starring Jeet and Subhashree), where the lovers are separated and emotions overflow just like the monsoon drains in Kolkata.
The metaphors in the lyrics compare the heart to a boat adrift in a stormy river—an indirect nod to Bengal’s monsoon-soaked geography. The song’s lingering feel and soft instrumental layers make it ideal to play as you watch raindrops trail down your bus window in North Kolkata.
3. “Egiye De” from Sudhu Tomari Jonne (2016): Monsoon Hope Through Melody and Memory
Unlike most rain songs steeped in melancholy, “Egiye De” from Praktan is uplifting and emotionally layered. Sung by Anupam Roy and Shreya Ghoshal, this song captures the theme of moving forward—something that resonates deeply during rainy days when the city slows down and introspection kicks in.
Set partly in trains and urban settings during drizzle, the visuals use the rain not just as a backdrop but as a cleansing metaphor—washing away past bitterness. The film, which revolves around a past relationship, uses rain as both a bridge and a boundary, making this song a perfect monsoon mood-setter in Kolkata’s context.
4. “Jol Rong” from Bibaho Obhijaan (2019): A Playful Monsoon Love Song
Breaking away from the melancholic norm, “Jol Rong” from Bibaho Obhijaan is a playful track that celebrates the flirtatious and mischievous mood that rain can evoke. Sung by Raj Barman and Shreya Ghoshal, and composed by Jeet Gannguli, the song is visually drenched in Kolkata’s pre-monsoon rains, bright umbrellas, and chaotic romance.
Set against vibrant visuals with splashes of color and puddles underfoot, the song uses water as a narrative device—symbolizing both confusion and passion. It’s the perfect song for a breezy afternoon when Kolkata smells of wet soil and roadside phuchkas.
5. “Tumi Jake Bhalobasho” from Praktan (2012): Rain as an Existential Companion
Though not a recent release in the strictest sense, “Tumi Jake Bhalobasho” remains one of the most emotionally resonant modern Bengali songs for a rainy day. From Hemlock Society, the song—composed and sung by Anupam Roy—is a slow-burning track about love, despair, and the meaning of life.
Its lyrics evoke the haunting silence that often accompanies a rainy evening in South Kolkata or Salt Lake. The song’s minimalist piano and vocal-heavy arrangement pair beautifully with the ambient sound of rainfall—making it ideal for deep introspection on a monsoon night.
Rain transforms Kolkata into a different world—a city of poets, lovers, and old memories. These recent Bengali movie songs not only reflect the beauty of monsoon in Kolkata but also elevate it, giving voice to emotions that the rain stirs up. Whether you’re watching the rain roll down College Street or sipping tea on a Howrah-bound train, these songs are your perfect monsoon playlist.