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'Genie' song 'Abdi Abdi': Kalyani Priyadarshan expresses excitement; 'I always try to push myself'
ETimes | October 8, 2025 5:39 AM CST

Kalyani Priyadarshan , who is set to entertain all with her highly anticipated Tamil movie ' Genie ', recently shared her excitement for the film's first song, ' Abdi Abdi '. The track, composed by the legendary AR Rahman , is creating significant buzz ahead of its release. The film sees Kalyani paired opposite celebrated actor Ravi Mohan, marking a fresh on-screen collaboration for audiences to look forward to. The actress expressed how the song was a unique challenge for her, promising fans a visual and narrative treat.

Kalyani Priyadarshan on pushing boundaries for 'Genie'In her post on X (formerly Twitter), Kalyani Priyadarshan opened up about her experience working on the song, highlighting her continuous effort to evolve as a performer. She wrote, "As an actor, I always try to push and challenge myself to do things I've never done before. This song was one of those moments."

She also praised the director, Bhuvanesh, for his creative vision in seamlessly integrating a commercial song into the film’s plot. "When our director Bhuvanesh told me about it, I was amazed at how nicely he made such a commercial musical piece into a real and important part of Genie's story!" she added. Kalyani further teased the song's importance, sharing, "I can't wait for you all to see it in the film - the reasons behind it are so powerful! Worked super hard and tried something new, and I really hope you all like it."

See the post here:


'Genie': A high-budget fantasy entertainer'Genie' is shaping up to be one of the most ambitious projects in Tamil cinema. Acclaimed as a high-budget fantasy film, it marks the directorial debut of Bhuvanesh Arjunan . The movie promises spectacular visuals and a grand scale of storytelling. While the plot details are being kept under wraps, the genre itself suggests a world of imagination and adventure, which has amplified the curiosity surrounding the film's release. Beyond the lead pair of Jayam Ravi and Kalyani Priyadarshan, the film also stars Krithi Shetty and Wamiqa Gabbi in prominent female roles, adding to its pan-Indian appeal.

The music for 'Genie' has helmed by Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman, adding immense prestige to the project. 'Abdi Abdi' will not only be the first glimpse into the film's soundscape but also marks the fourth time AR Rahman has composed for a movie starring Jayam Ravi.

Kalyani Priyadarshan's recent successMeanwhile, Kalyani Priyadarshan is currently enjoying a successful phase in her career. The actress is fresh off the monumental success of her recent film, 'Lokah Chapter 1: Chandra'. The film was well-received by both audiences and critics, further cementing her position as a versatile and popular star in the industry. Her role in 'Genie' is now eagerly awaited by her fans, who are excited to see her in a new and challenging performance.



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