Shreya Pujari Announces a New Single!

Shreya Pujari, is a World Folk Fusion artist passionate about blending cultures through music. Her latest single, Najaa (Shreya Pujari ft. Krishna Beuraa) releasing DEC 27th, is a reimagined duet inspired by the traditional Bulgarian song “Mome Kalino”. Featuring a thrilling 7/8 rhythm, Sufi-style Hindi lyrics, and dramatic Balkan melodies, the song blends mandolin, Turkish rubab, and Balkan davul drums with modern rock elements. It’s a unique collaboration with Krishna Beuraa, an acclaimed Bollywood playback singer, that brings together the intricate melodies of Hindi Sufi traditions and the bittersweet tones of Balkan folk music.

Najaa is a dialogue between two lovers, steeped in myth and metaphor. The man tells the woman to stay away, describing impossible barriers—a river, a forest, and his family. Her responses are just as poetic: she’ll transform into a fish to cross the river, an eagle to conquer the forest, and the black plague to destroy his wife, promising to care for his children. The song’s themes of longing and defiance are set to a dynamic fusion of world music, alternative rock, and Sufi-inspired rhythms.

The inspiration for this track came from Shreya's time at the Berklee college of Music, performing with Balkan music groups. The haunting melodies reminded her of the Indian classical and folk songs she grew up with, but they carried a distinct sweetness that stayed with her. Najaa is her way of bridging these worlds, capturing the shared emotional depth of both traditions.

This song is perfect for those who enjoy artists like Anoushka Shankar, Sheila Chandra, A.R. Rahman, or the Silk Road Ensemble.

Be sure to check out Najaa as soon as you can. You'll be glad you did.