The celebrated actor and
Lahore-based music band Call’s lead vocalist Junaid Khan collaborated with the Indian rock band Spunk to create an anthem of unity, Talaash.
Being a peace lover, Junaid
Khan’s upcoming single “Talaash” aims to send a message of positivity to the
people of the subcontinent. The song’s vocals have been rendered by Khan and
Spunk’s lead vocalist, however Khan has also co-written Talaash’s lyrics. With
this track, the musician seeks to heal the wounds and bring India and Pakistan
closer together in harmony.
The literal meaning of Urdu
word “Talaash” is “Search” and in reference to the title, Khan approaches to
touch both personal level – the search for yourself, your own identity, your
own place in this world and national level – the search for a common ground,
the unifying purpose.
Junaid Khan stated, “Music knows no boundaries and this
collaboration with Spunk is a way to improve understanding and communication
between the two countries. I have always believed in living peacefully in a
borderless world and Talaash is going to spread the message of harmony amongst
the people of both cultures.” Khan further added, “It is also a fun song and
its genre is metal-rock.”
Junaid Khan always
tries to convey social message through his songs, hence Talash brings the
hashtag movement #TalaashForPeace. The singer hopes that the song will break
the barriers and bring unity and peace across borders.