Benki Lyrics : The song “Benki” from the 2026 Kannada film Graamaayana is a high-energy, modern reimagining of a classic hit. Recreated by music director Poornachandra Tejaswi SV, it pays homage to the iconic track “Ninnane Naanu Benkiyallu” from the legendary Dr. Rajkumar’s film Mana Mechida Hudugi.
Musical Style and Performance
The track features the soulful yet powerful vocals of Kapil Kapilan and Airaa Udupi. While the original was a melodic masterpiece, this version infuses contemporary folk-pop elements and a rustic “Desi” rhythm that aligns with the film’s rural setting. The use of traditional percussion mixed with modern arrangements gives it a “massy” appeal that is perfect for a celebration.
Visuals and Theme
The song features lead actors Vinay Rajkumar and Megha Shetty in a vibrant, colorful village backdrop. Vinay portrays the character “Sixth Sense Seena,” displaying a rugged and energetic persona quite different from his previous roles. The lyrics, originally penned by the great Chi. Udayashankar, explore the themes of intoxicating love—where even fire feels cool and bitterness tastes sweet when one is in love.
Released in January 2026 under the Lahari Music label, “Benki” has quickly become a chartbuster, bridging the gap between nostalgic melodies and modern dance anthems.
Benki Lyrics
Ninnaane naanu benkiyallu thampu kandenu
Nannaane naanu donkinallu anda kandenu
Ninnaane naanu benkiyallu thampu kandenu
Nannaane naanu donkinallu anda kandenu
Maavana magalu nanna mohisi bandaaga
Maavana magalu nanna mohisi bandaaga
Bevinallu sihiya kandenu
Ninnaane naanu katthalallu belaka kandenu
Nannaane naanu matthinallu sukhava kandenu
Jinku chakka jinku chakka jinku chakka
Jingi chakka jingi chakka jingi chakka
Uriva bisilella honge neralanthe
Thuliva mullella hasiru hullanthe
Balliya moggugalella hoovaagi nakkanthe
Hariyuva nadi neerella sihiyaada jenanthe
Kallu kooda metthagayithu
Aa kalla kandu hakki kooda naachikondithu
Bettadantha aase bandithu
Aa aaseyinda nanna maiyya bhaaravaayithu
Oo nanna geleya nee baralu saniha
Chaliyu hogi bisilu yerithu
Ninnaane naanu katthalallu belaka kandenu
Nannaane naanu matthinallu sukhava kandenu
Katthalallu belaka kandenu
Nannaane naanu matthinallu sukhava kandenu
Ninnaane naanu benkiyallu thampu kandenu
Nannaane naanu donkinallu anda kandenu
Maavana magalu nanna mohisi bandaaga
Attheya maganu nanna hatthira bandaaga
Mutthinantha kanasa kandenu
Ninnaane naanu katthalallu belaka kandenu
Nannaane naanu matthinallu sukhava kandenu
Jinku chakka jinku chakka jinku chakka
Jingi chakka jingi chakka jingi chakka
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Benki Song Credits :
| Title : | Benki |
| Singer : | Airaa Udupi, Kapil Kapilan |
| Album : | Graamaayana |
| Lyrics By : | Chi Udayashankar |
| Music By : | Poornachandra Tejaswi SV |
| Cast : | Vinay Rajkumar, Megha Shetty |
| Label : | Lahari Music |
