As Pakistan’s wedding season reaches its festive peak, Spotify is turning up the volume with insights into the country’s most-loved Shaadi beats. According to Spotify’s latest data, searches for wedding-related music rise by nearly 20% every year between September and February, while user-created Shaadi playlists have grown by an impressive 330% since 2022.
The report shows that more Pakistanis than ever are curating their own wedding soundtracks, crafting playlists to fit every celebration — from dholki nights and mehndis to grand wedding receptions. The modern Pakistani Shaadi playlist is a vibrant mix of Bollywood, Desi Pop, Dance, Bhangra, and Disco, with songs from the 2010s dominating most user compilations.
Pakistani Wedding Music
Among the local favorites are “Nach Punjaban” by Abrar Ul Haq, “Haye Dil” by Jimmy Khan, and “Shakar Wandaan” by Asrar, while international hits like “London Thumakda”, “Gallan Goodiyaan”, and “Sadi Gali” keep dance floors alive. During the 2024–2025 wedding season, streams of wedding playlists were 30% higher than the rest of the year, showing just how central music is to every celebration.
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At the center of this excitement is Spotify’s Shaadi Hub, the platform’s dedicated wedding music destination that brings together curated playlists for every event — from Mehndi Hits to Shaadi Showstoppers. Last year, streams from the Shaadi Hub in Pakistan increased by 65%, proving that curated, localized music has become the heartbeat of Pakistani weddings.
The “Mehndi Hits” playlist leads with tracks like “Maghron La” by Rozeo and Sabri Sisters, “Mehndi” by Jawad Ahmad, and “Ballay Ballay” by Shiraz Uppal and Harshdeep Kaur, while “Shaadi Hits” keeps guests dancing with energetic numbers such as “Chhalawa” and “Desi Thumka.”
Interestingly, the Shaadi season’s music vibes aren’t limited to Pakistan. Spotify reports strong streaming activity from the USA, UK, Canada, and UAE, reflecting how Pakistanis abroad stay connected to their roots through music. The platform also found that the peak listening hours are Saturday and Sunday evenings between 8 p.m. and 10 p.m., when celebrations are in full swing.
Spotify’s Shaadi Hub not only highlights the country’s evolving wedding trends but also celebrates how music bridges generations, traditions, and emotions. Pakistani weddings remain a joyful mix of heritage and modernity, and Spotify’s playlists continue to soundtrack those unforgettable moments for millions of listeners worldwide.
Listen to the Shaadi Hub playlists now on Spotify and bring your wedding season to life!
