May
Indie Corner
Rono’s new album, ‘Adhoore Se Khwaab’, narrates poignant tale of love, loss and letting go
An ode to the end of relationships, and to his late father and noted film director Pradeep Sarkar, this heart wrenching record includes collaborations with Swanand Kirkire, Aarifah, Sabu, and Dear Kokum
Mumbai, 1st May 2025: Singer-songwriter Ronit Sarkar aka Rono released his second full length album ‘Adhoore Se Khwaab’ today. Available on all streaming platforms, these 9 tracks bare all compilation is his tribute to grief, loss and hope. Written in the aftermath of his father’s passing, this raw and deeply personal record explores the fragility of human relationships and the permanence of death.
Produced by Rono and Satyajit Chatterji, Adhoore Se Khwaab is an entirely organic record; every instrument and part on the album was recorded live, with zero digital sources. Nylon string Guitar, Piano and analog Synthesizers combine with Dotara, Mandolin, Harmonium, Dafli and Ghungroos to create a rich and haunting soundscape that is both deeply rooted in Indian tones and true to Rono’s sonic identity.
Stream ‘Adhoore Se Khwaab’ here:
Pouring his heart out on this melancholic journey, Rono says, “Putting an album together is a monumental undertaking for any artist, and this one for me, comes straight from the heart. This is for anyone who has tried their hardest to keep love alive while having to make hard choices, and felt the helplessness and despair of having those choices taken away. I hope this album helps people feel a little less lonely in their grief.”
The album opens with ‘Tere Bin’ which talks about the void people leave behind and life after, and ends with ‘Bas Hawaaein’ which is about how death puts every other kind of loss into sharp perspective. This last track is a heartfelt tribute to Rono’s late father and also features his mother’s voice. Another prominent track is Mehfooz Rakh, an iconic collab with Swanand Kirkire, one of the country’s most respected writers and singers.
Album Credits:
Composed by Rono
Lyrics by Rono and Taab
Produced by Rono and Satyajit Chatterji
Featuring vocals by Sabu, Swanand Kirkire, Dear Kokum and Aarifah
Additional Synths on Tracks 2 and 3 by Sanjay Das
Drums on Tracks 4 and 8 by Swarnavo Datta
Violins on Tracks 2, 8 and 9 by Rajarshi Das
Mixed by Rono
Mastered by Soutrik Chakraborty
Artwork by Taab
