Kristina
India has long been a powerhouse in the music industry, with many of its songs and videos garnering massive viewership. In 2020, one Indian song in particular made history by becoming the first Indian music video to reach 1 billion views on YouTube. That song is ‘Laung Laachi’, a Punjabi track released in 2018 by T-Series.
‘Laung Laachi’ is a romantic song sung by Neeru Bajwa and Ammy Virk, and composed by Gurmeet Singh. The music video stars Ammy Virk and Neeru Bajwa as a married couple who have a difficult relationship. Despite the struggles they face, the couple eventually reconcile and the video ends on a happy note.
The music video was an instant hit, and it quickly gained millions of views. The popularity of the song was further bolstered by its catchy tune and the beautiful chemistry between the lead actors. As the views kept increasing, ‘Laung Laachi’ eventually crossed the 1 billion mark in 2020, becoming the first Indian music video to do so.
The success of ‘Laung Laachi’ has opened the door for other Indian music videos to reach the 1 billion mark. Since then, many other Indian songs have achieved this milestone, including ‘Tera Ghata’ by Gajendra Verma, ‘Dilbar’ by Neha Kakkar, and ‘Garmi’ by Badshah.
The success of these videos has been a testament to the immense popularity of Indian music. It has also highlighted the potential of the Indian music industry, and the immense reach of YouTube. With more and more Indian music videos crossing the 1 billion mark, it is clear that Indian music is here to stay.
‘Laung Laachi’ is a classic example of how Indian music can reach a global audience. The song has become an international sensation, and it has opened the door for other Indian music videos to reach the 1 billion mark. It is a testament to the immense popularity of Indian music, and it is a sign of things to come.