Kajra re song is one of the iconic songs for so many reasons and not just the millennials but also the gen z vibe and dance to it. Remember how we used to wait eagerly for it to play on 9XM?!

With the choreography of Vaibhavi Merchant, composition of Shankar Ehsaan Loy and the amazing lyricism of Gulzar Sahab this song holds a special place in all of our hearts.

But there's one particular line in Kajra Re that often makes us pause and wonder:

 “Billimaran se Daribe talak teri meri kahani dilli mein…”

Do you ever find yourself humming this line and thinking, “What does this mean, really?” Let's break it down, because there's a beautiful story hidden behind these words.

Gulzar Sahab isn't just randomly picking street names here. When he mentions Billimaran and Daribe Talak, he’s referencing two iconic spots in Old Delhi, each carrying its own historical weight. And trust me, it’s no coincidence that these places are part of the song, they hold deeper significance.

Balli Maran is the street where Mirza Ghalib, one of India’s greatest poets, lived. His home is still there, now known as Ghalib Ki Haveli. The air around Billimaran carries the magic of Ghalib's poetry, and even today, the street is synonymous with art, culture, and romance.

Whereas, Daribe Talak is a busy street close to landmarks like Jama Masjid. While it may not be as famous as Billimaran, it's still a place full of stories and memories from the heart of the city.

So, when Gulzar Sahab refers to the love story as one that spans from Billimaran to Daribe Talak, he's essentially telling us that it's legendary. Just like the tales of love and longing that fill the air of Old Delhi, this love story is the talk of the town.