- Talha Anjum and Umair’s music video “Smile,” directed by Shafia Falak, highlights the resilience of women by showcasing their daily struggles, including balancing work, family, and societal pressures, while emphasizing their determination to persevere.
- The lo-fi, hip-hop track from the duo’s EP Ghosts and Goodbyes offers a soothing, reflective mood, encouraging listeners to find strength and hope in difficult times, with the chorus reminding them to smile and keep moving forward.
- The video and song serve as an anthem of empowerment, offering recognition to women whose struggles are often overlooked while promoting a message of hope and resilience.
The official music video for Talha Anjum and Umair’s track “Smile” has been released. It is a tribute to women’s resilience, directed by Shafia Falak. The video highlights the everyday struggles that many women face.
The narrative showcases different characters: a dancer who constantly picks herself up after falling, a waitress and single mother balancing life’s pressures, and an office worker trying to navigate her career and home life while confronting societal expectations. These portrayals illustrate the various forms of oppression women encounter, yet emphasize their determination to persevere.
Anjum shared the music video on Instagram, dedicating the song to all the women silently enduring life’s challenges. He wrote, “This song is for every woman battling quietly against the harsh realities of life. Your strength is unmatched, and the smile you carry each day is a symbol of your resilience. Stay strong!”
He also praised Shafia Falak for her exceptional work on the project, celebrating her directorial debut. “A huge congratulations to Shafia Falak! You’ve done an incredible job, and I’m honored to be part of this journey. Looking forward to more success ahead!”
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“Smile,” a mellow lo-fi hip-hop track from Anjum and Umair’s latest EP Ghosts and Goodbyes, offers a comforting mood perfect for moments when life feels overwhelming. Instead of high-energy beats, it features a soothing vibe, with lyrics and melody that create a calming, reflective experience. The chorus, “Tou chal ab muskurade [Come on now, smile],” serves as a reminder to keep going and find hope even in dark times.
The track evokes the emotional depth of bands like AUR, focusing more on the message than on elaborate vocals or instrumentation. It’s a humble yet powerful song, reminding listeners that betrayal, corruption, and life’s hardships affect everyone, particularly women. However, the underlying theme remains hopeful — suggesting that, despite the challenges, there is always strength to be found.
The song and its accompanying video serve as an anthem for strong women who continue to rise despite being weighed down by oppressive systems. Whether drawing strength from others or from within, these women face their battles head-on and emerge even stronger.
Instead of downplaying these struggles, the video acknowledges them, offering women a sense of validation and recognition. In a world where their hardships often go unnoticed, “Smile” brings visibility, understanding, and most importantly, hope.
Watch Umair, Taha Anjum’s Smile video below:
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