Samjhawan Guitar Lessson - Introduction
Samjhawan - Introduction
Welcome to the guitar lesson on Samjhawan, a heartfelt romantic ballad from the 2014 Bollywood film Humpty Sharma Ki Dulhania. The film stars Varun Dhawan and Alia Bhatt, and this song quickly became one of its most memorable tracks. Samjhawan is actually a reimagined version of Main Tenu Samjhawan Ki, a soulful Punjabi song originally composed by Jawad Ahmad and sung by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan in 2010. The Bollywood version was recreated by SharibâToshi, with lyrics by Ahmad Anees and Kumaar, and sung by two of Indiaâs finest voices, Arijit Singh and Shreya Ghoshal. Their emotional delivery gives the song a deep sense of longing and love that really connects with listeners.
This songâs popularity is reflected in the awards it won, including the GiMA Award for Best Duet in 2015. There was also a more stripped-down unplugged version sung by Alia Bhatt herself, which offered a softer, more intimate take. The song talks about understanding and comforting a loved one, with lyrics that express vulnerability and devotion. Its gentle melody and heartfelt words have helped Samjhawan become a beloved classic in modern Indian music.
Samjhawan Guitar Lesson
In this lesson, instructor J J Patishall guides you through the chords and rhythm of Samjhawan in a way thatâs easy to follow, even if youâre not a seasoned player. The song is played mostly using open chords like Asus2, Dsus2, F#m, Bm, and E, which gives it that smooth and mellow sound. These suspended chords, especially the Asus2 and Dsus2, add a gentle tension that feels emotional but not complicated. J J explains how to finger these chords carefully to keep the songâs soft vibe intact.
One of the key points J J focuses on is how to move between these chords smoothly. He breaks down the transitions slowly so you donât get stuck on tricky shapes like F#m, which can feel tough at first because itâs usually a barre chord. But with his tips, youâll find a comfortable way to play it without straining your hand. The lesson includes how to hold Asus2 and Dsus2 so that the ringing open strings create a warm, full sound that fills the space nicely.
The strumming pattern is simple yet expressive, with a mix of down and up strokes that flow naturally with the songâs rhythm. J J also shows a subtle picking pattern for those who want to bring out the melody within the chords more clearly. This fingerpicking option works well if you want to capture the intimate feeling of the unplugged version. Throughout the lesson, J J highlights how small changes in timing and emphasis can really shape the mood, helping you play Samjhawan with the same tenderness that makes the original so special.
FAQs
Q. Is Samjhawan suitable for beginner guitar players?
Yes, especially since many chords are open or suspended chords. J J breaks down the harder chords to make them accessible.
Q. Can I play the unplugged version on guitar?
Absolutely. The unplugged version is simpler and focuses more on fingerpicking, which J J covers in the lesson.
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