Manthan’s ‘Badra’ With Raghubir Yadav Fuses Bundeli Folk and English Alt-Pop to Tell a Domestic Violence Survivor’s Story
Manthan’s new song “Badra,” featuring Raghubir Yadav, blends English alt-pop with Bundeli folk to portray domestic violence survivors. Read the details and credits.
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“Manthan’s ‘Badra’ With Raghubir Yadav Fuses Bundeli Folk and English Alt-Pop to Tell a Domestic Violence Survivor’s Story”
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16 Oct 2026
Singer and songwriter Manthan has released “Badra,” his first song of 2026. The track brings together English alt-pop and Bundeli folk music, and features veteran actor and folk artist Raghubir Yadav.
The Story Behind the Song
“Badra” depicts the untold struggles of survivors of domestic violence. It follows a woman’s mental resilience, her confinement at home and the long journey towards freedom. The song uses the image of heavy, suffocating clouds to represent the person who inflicts oppression, and it explores the turmoil of a mind engaged in a constant inner struggle.
