Bahraini producer and rapper Flipperachi who’s track “Fa9la” became one of the most prominent cultural phenomenon connected to the 2025 Bollywood blockbuster Dhurandhar and is the subject of renewed interest as the Dhurandhar film franchise gears up to release its second. The song’s massive popularity caused by its appearance in a crucial scene starring actor Akshaye Khanna not just raised Flipperachi’s international popularity but also raised hopes for his potential involvement in the forthcoming Dhurandhar part 2.
“Fa9la” originally existed as a single Arabic-based hip-hop track created produced by Hussam Aseem, a musician who is now known as Flipperachi. The inclusion of the track within Dhurandhar is the outcome of filmmaker Aditya Dhar’s crew searching for a distinct musical track to accompany Khanna’s unforgettable introduction into the story. Industry sources suggest that the song’s dark and musical qualities were in sync with the cinematic style and character of Khanna, leading to the immediate decision to license it for the film.
When it was released, “Fa9la” transcended its purpose as a soundtrack for a film track to become an online phenomenon. The music video that features Akshaye Khanna’s character Rehman Dakait, along with the song’s pulsating beat quickly caught the interest of Bollywood viewers along with social media fans on all platforms. The songs as well as memes, dance reels and fan edits were ablaze and the track climbed to the top of charts, such as The Spotify Viral 50 India list.
In interviews after this film’s popularity, Flipperachi declared his astonishment over how much response. He said that the volume of fan interaction, particularly through social networks, was massive and his personal messages bombarded by comments and tags from people all over India. “It’s crazy. My DMs are exploding each day. I’m unable to keep up with people who are following me on social media for the song and taking pleasure in and being a part of this,” he said, thinking about the staggering amount of engagement.
Beyond social media-related measures, “Fa9la” has woven itself into the wider culture of Dhurandhar. Both commentators and audiences alike have embraced the track as an essential component to the film’s experience with some industry professionals noting that it was instrumental in defining the character of Khanna in the story. The song’s popularity as a crossover has also led to debates about how non-Hindi songs is able to resonate with mainstream Indian cinema, when coupled with an engaging visual narrative.
As Dhurandhar Part 2 — a sequel to the original 2025 is preparing for its release in March 2026 speculation has been rife over the possibility that Flipperachi will return to his contribution to music in the upcoming installment. In his comments to the public that he did not go to the extent of providing specific information, but said it was possible that it “might be something” regarding his involvement in the sequel. In a broad smile, he hinted that some elements of the Dhurandhar musical universe might remain in development, while stating that he intended to keep the details hidden until the right time.
Industry experts believe that the excitement surrounding Flipperachi’s involvement with Dhurandhar Part 2 is indicative of the wider developments that are taking place in Indian cinema music in which the popularity of viral tracks is increasingly influencing audience expectation and the marketing strategy. The sequel, helmed by Aditya Dhar, and featuring an ensemble cast helmed by Ranveer Singh, is set to capitalize on the momentum of the first soundtrack to aid in its promotion building.
The first Dhurandhar filmco-produced and directed by Aditya Dhar was released in the month of December 2025. It swiftly was one of the highest-grossing Indian film releases of this year. It is renowned for its sprawling narrative, group performances, and a narrative that is action-driven. The soundtrack, which was released prior to the release of the film, incorporated the best of contemporary and traditional music to complement the film’s lively rhythm and depth of thematic.
“Fa9la” was one of the many musical compositions that were incorporated into the soundscape of the film, however, it stood out because of its cross-cultural roots and the spontaneous acceptance by audiences. Some commentators have noted that the arabic-hip-hop fusion brought a new soundscape into the Bollywood musical vocabulary, attracting curiosity beyond the traditional industries and genres.
The comments of Flipperachi have also revealed the significance of the influence Indian audiences have on global success in music. In remarks made by media outlets and media outlets, he emphasized that the appreciation by Indian listeners is a significant factor and suggests that this kind of acceptance can be a metric of global recognition for performers outside the subcontinent.
In the meantime discussions about the track in India have shifted to cultural interpretations and adaptations. Content creators and musicians have created remixes and reinterpretations to “Fa9la,” incorporating local music styles and customs. These remixes also demonstrate the impact of the song on a variety of audiences, and its capacity to spur creativity across music communities.
Although details regarding Flipperachi’s possible contribution to Dhurandhar Part 2 are scarce. The ongoing dialogue demonstrates the changing scene of Bollywood music, where cross-cultural and digital integration are playing increasingly important roles. The anticipation over the soundtrack for the sequel continues to grow as audiences are waiting for official announcements about the direction of its music and the artists featured.
Dhurandhar Part II is scheduled to be released theatrically on the 19th of March in 2026 with high expectations in the direction of this story and the accompanying music that resonated with viewers in the first film.
