Speaking to IANS about the song, Bhagnani said the anthem seeks to capture the emotions that bind the country together while celebrating its diversity. “I am a proud Indian, and all we’ve tried to show through Jjust Music in Tere Rang Mein is how diverse and colourful our country is, with people from all religions and backgrounds living in together,” he shared.
He added that the composition honours both the cultural fabric of India and the courage of its armed forces. “The song is a tribute to the nation as it celebrates people and our rich culture as well as the defense forces. This Independence Day, I hope that Tere Rang Mein becomes one of the reasons of joy,” Bhagnani said.
Released under his musical banner Jjust Music, “Tere Rang Mein” is positioned as a patriotic track that highlights India’s spirit of unity, emotional connection and cultural breadth. The timing of the release aligns with the lead-up to Independence Day, with the intention of offering listeners a musical expression of national pride.
In a separate recent conversation, Bhagnani also spoke openly about personal struggles with body image. Appearing alongside his wife Rakul Preet Singh on Neha Dhupia and Angad Bedi’s chat show Double Date last month, he revealed that he once weighed close to 150 kilos. He recalled facing insensitive remarks and teasing about his weight during his growing-up years.
One particular incident stayed with him. Referring to the film Khiladiyon Ka Khiladi, which featured WWF wrestler Yokozuna, Bhagnani said a conversation among producers at the time prompted an overweight relative to tell his father: “Why do you need to call Yokozuna from outside? You already have one at home.”
Reflecting on the broader experience of being targeted for physical appearance, he noted: “When you are growing up you are also part of all jokes. If you are overweight or dark-skinned in this country, people don’t think twice before bullying you. For example if someone is laughing there you feel, kahin ye mujhpe toh nahi hans raha (is he laughing at me?), but in reality that person is not even aware of me.”
The dual focus of Bhagnani’s recent public comments—one celebrating national identity through music and the other addressing personal vulnerability—presents a fuller picture of the actor-producer’s current engagements. While “Tere Rang Mein” centres on collective pride and diversity, his reflections on body image underscore the lasting impact of childhood experiences and the casual nature of appearance-based remarks in everyday life.
By releasing a patriotic anthem under his own music label, Bhagnani continues to expand his presence beyond acting and film production into original music content. The track’s emphasis on inclusivity across religions and backgrounds aligns with the broader themes often associated with Independence Day messaging.
As the song circulates in the days leading up to August 15, its reception will indicate how effectively it resonates with listeners seeking a contemporary expression of national sentiment. For Bhagnani, the project represents both a creative offering and a personal statement of pride in the country’s plural character and the service of its defence personnel.
