A new devotional song titled 'Chhathi Maiya' from the upcoming supernatural thriller 'The One: Force of the Forest', starring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia, has emerged as a major digital phenomenon shortly after its release. While regional music industries, particularly Bhojpuri music production, traditionally dominate the cultural calendar ahead of the grand Chhath festival, this mainstream Hindi film release has captured audience attention on a wide scale. The track generated strong early traction across digital channels, drawing viewers from varied demographics.
Sustained Surge Yields Over 27M Views in 72 Hours
Within just 3 days of going live, the video for 'Chhathi Maiya' recorded more than 27 million views on digital video platforms. Surpassing the 27 million milestone in such a short window underscores how strongly the composition has resonated with listeners online. The song has sparked widespread sharing across social networks, with short video edits and festive reels driving exponential audience reach.
Surpassing Tracks From Hanuman Ansh
The pace of this release has seen it outpace other recent devotional numbers that have gained prominence across social feeds, such as the musical offerings from the film 'Hanuman Ansh' starring Shobhinavya Satya. One of the prominent tracks from that film, 'Maine Tere Hi Bharose', performed by vocalist Sunil Lodhi, enjoyed extensive engagement across short-video formats. The video for Sunil Lodhi's devotional song currently stands at 3.9 million views, representing approximately 4 million plays.
Similarly, another significant track from 'Hanuman Ansh' titled 'Aavagaman' had established solid popularity among audiences. 'Aavagaman' was written, composed, and sung entirely by Sadhu Tiwari, accumulating 9 million views during its release cycle. In contrast to these established metrics, the 'Chhathi Maiya' track crossed 27 million views in a span of just 3 days, moving past both milestones in an unusually brief timeframe.
Rooted Cultural Heritage and Creative Credits
The track pays homage to the rituals, customs, and deep spiritual reverence associated with Chhath Puja, a major festival celebrated with great devotion across Bihar, Jharkhand, and regions of Uttar Pradesh. For Indian communities living across the globe, the composition evokes vivid memories of cultural festivities back home. On the creative front, the song was composed and vocalized by Vishal Mishra, with lyrics penned by Kaushal Kishore, combining traditional devotional cadence with polished studio arrangements.
Theatrical Release Set for September 25, 2026
The reception garnered by the devotional release has also elevated anticipation for the feature film itself. 'The One: Force of the Forest' is mounted as a supernatural thriller rooted in Indian folklore and mythological traditions, featuring Sidharth Malhotra and Tamannaah Bhatia in the lead roles. The film is officially slated to arrive in movie theaters on September 25, 2026, with this early musical release offering audiences their first significant glimpse into the project's thematic atmosphere.
