Discover the story of the song > Kajra Re – Shankar Mahadevan

The protagonist is singing about how his heart was broken by someone who betrayed him with a knife. He wishes that person's evil eye would leave him alone and stop ruining everything for him. He sings about his longing for his partner to come to him and ease his pain while mentioning her stunning kohl-lined eyes. The lyrics also mention the memories of a past love in Delhi and the pain that still lingers.