Archive · 27 Dec 2025
Prashant Pandey on Writing ‘Priyatama’ for Lakshmi Niwas
Prashant Pandey, a lyricist known for his work on 'O Sajni Re' from Laapataa Ladies, recently wrote a song called 'Priyatama' for the TV show Lakshmi Niwas.
This song is special because it talks about the love between two characters who are in their sixties.
Prashant says that the song is simple and heartfelt, focusing on the joy of growing old together.
He also talks about how Sonu Nigam, the singer, brought a lot of emotion and depth to the song with his voice.
Prashant explains that writing for TV is different from writing for movies because it needs to connect with the audience immediately.
He hopes to keep working on projects that tell emotionally honest stories through music.
Lyricist Prashant Pandey wrote 'Priyatama' for the TV show Lakshmi Niwas, focusing on mature love.
Sonu Nigam's rendition of 'Priyatama' added emotional depth and honesty to the song.
The song highlights the enduring love between two characters in their sixties.
Pandey emphasizes the importance of emotional honesty and simplicity in his lyrics.
Writing for television requires a different approach, focusing on immediate emotional connection.
- Who
- Lyricist Prashant Pandey and singer Sonu Nigam
- What
- Writing and singing of the song 'Priyatama' for the TV show Lakshmi Niwas
- When
- December 27, 2025
- Where
- Zee TV show Lakshmi Niwas
- Why
- To capture the emotional depth of a mature love story
- Lyricist
- Prashant Pandey
- Song
- Priyatama
- TV Show
- Lakshmi Niwas
- Singer
- Sonu Nigam
- Emotional Context
- Love in characters' sixties
- Writing Focus
- Emotional honesty and simplicity
- Publication Date
- December 27, 2025