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Shalmali Kholgade & Nikhil D’Souza unite for their latest song “Tu Hai”
Mumbai: Renowned for her dynamic performances and versatile singing, Shalmali Kholgade has launched her latest track “Tu Hai,” a soulful love song collaboration with the mellifluous Nikhil D’Souza. Released today, this track promises to capture hearts with its tender portrayal of young love.
Shalmali is renowned for breaking musical boundaries, having collaborated with artists across various genres and languages. Her versatile voice has seamlessly paired with talents like Arijit Singh, Vishal Dadlani, and Sunidhi Chauhan, creating Bollywood hits. While celebrated for her Hindi songs, she has also impressed audiences with her performances in Marathi, Bengali, Telugu, and Tamil. Alongside her singing, Shalmali has been actively involved in songwriting for most of her independent projects, showcasing her expanded creative range as a musician. Now, she returns with a fresh collaboration that highlights her incredible range and ability to connect with audiences across genres.
The heartfelt harmony of “Tu Hai”
“Tu Hai” is not just a song; it’s a journey through the beautiful stages of dating. With calming melodies and heartfelt lyrics, it’s the perfect soundtrack for romantic bonfire nights or long drives with your loved one. The song is designed to make listeners blush and sing along, evoking the magical feeling of young love.
Sharing the story behind the song, Shalmali said, “I started writing the melody to ‘Tu Hai’ over three years ago with just the lyric ‘Tu Hai’ as its backbone. When I met Nikhil D’Souza two years ago, we co-wrote the rest of the melody and brought in Shloke Lal for his unique lyrical touch. ‘Tu Hai’ is all about young love, capturing that magical feeling of butterflies at the start of a relationship with every touch and smile. We envisioned it as a song you can sing around a bonfire and romantic long drives, using live instruments to create a warm, fuzzy feeling.”
Nikhil D’Souza, known for hits like “Mere Bina,” “Vaaste,” and “Shaam,” added, “Whether you’re starting a new relationship or thinking back on the beginning of your love story, this song speaks to everyone. We hope that ‘Tu Hai’ becomes a part of many memorable moments.”
“Tu Hai” is now available on all major streaming platforms.
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Piyush Thakur steps down as Inshorts’ chief revenue officer
Former vice president and cro says exit marks a new chapter after close to a decade of building revenue and partnerships at Inshorts Group.
NOIDA: Piyush Thakur has stepped away from Inshorts Group after nearly 10 years with the company, marking the end of a long tenure that culminated in his role as chief revenue officer.
In a farewell note, Thakur said he was “turning a new page” after almost a decade at Inshorts, calling it one of the hardest professional decisions he has made. He added that his exit was not driven by uncertainty about the future, but by reflection on a long association with the company.
Thakur joined Inshorts in October 2016 as vice president and spent around seven years in the role before being elevated to chief revenue officer in April 2024, a position he held until April 2026.
He said his tenure was defined by “thousands of mornings, late nights, product debates and breakthrough moments”, as the company evolved into a large-scale digital news platform used by millions.
In his note, Thakur emphasised that Inshorts’ growth was a collective effort across teams, adding that engineers, designers, sales teams and customer support staff all contributed to building the platform. He said the company’s success was not the result of individuals but of “everyone who stayed, passed through, and left their mark”.
Before Inshorts, Thakur worked across several digital media and business development roles. At ESPN, he served as senior regional manager from October 2015 to October 2016, focusing on growth initiatives, strategic opportunities and video distribution.
At Times Internet, he worked for nearly three years, including as head of business development from April 2015 to September 2015 and chief manager from January 2013 to March 2015. His responsibilities included monetisation of mobile platforms, managing media and developer partnerships, and driving revenue across digital properties such as The Times of India and The Economic Times.
Earlier, he worked at Brandmovers as head of business development from June 2012 to June 2013, handling digital, mobile and social media marketing solutions, client development and strategic consulting. During this period, he also worked on advertising revenue, brand strategy and CRM-based solutions.
At Inshorts, Thakur’s role focused on revenue strategy, mobile and media partnerships, and growth initiatives across platforms. His profile highlights experience in mobile product management, digital business models, partner ecosystems and revenue expansion in high-growth environments.
