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Taaruk Raina is an Indian actor, singer, songwriter and composer.[1] He is known for his portrayal of Anmol Malhotra in Mismatched.
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Early life
[edit]Raina has been singing since he was six years old. He grew up listening to a lot of rock music, rap, heavy metal, and ghazals, and used to sing in his school choir as well.[2] Lacking technical knowledge about music, he began learning via YouTube. After some years, he started performing gigs at bars and weddings.[3][4]
Career
[edit]In 2015, Taaruk began working as Aditya Chopra's assistant at Yash Raj Films for Befikre.[5]
He then performed in theatre plays, notably as the lead character in an Indian adaptation of Disney’s Aladdin,[6] where he had to act in front of a live audience and sing iconic numbers.[2]
In 2018, he made his film debut in High Jack as Parth. The following year, in 2019, he appeared in ZEE5's Dhumrapaan and Kaand.[7]
In February 2020, he starred in MX Player's relationship-drama Pawan & Pooja as Pawan opposite Natasha Bharadwaj.[8][9] In June 2020, he also featured in the short film Purple.[10] Since November 2020, he has been portraying Anmol Malhotra in the Netflix teenage romantic drama Mismatched, where he acted as well as composed two songs for the show.[11] He was next seen in Sony Music India's song "Sukoon", featuring himself opposite Aisha Ahmed.[12]
In 2021, he appeared in the Netflix mini-series Aryan & Meera as Aryan opposite Zayn Marie Khan.[13]
In 2022, he featured in two web shows, ZEE5's The Broken News, and Amazon Prime Video's Jugaadistan.[14] In the same year, he also portrayed Rishi Kapoor's son Vinayak Sharma in Sharmaji Namkeen.[15][16]
In January 2023, Raina released his first independent single, "Narazi".[17] In May 2023, he was a part of Audible's podcast series called Desi Down Under,[18] along with Adarsh Gourav and Prajakta Koli, directed by Mantra,[19] where the story is set in Sydney about three 20-year-olds from Mangalore who go to Australia to learn surf-lifesaving skills at Coogee Beach.[20]
In March 2025, he was seen playing advocate Kantilal Sahni in Ram Madhvani's historical drama The Waking of a Nation, a story about the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, on SonyLiv.[21]
He will next be seen in Danish Renzu's musical drama Songs of Paradise.[22]
Filmography
[edit]Films
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | Befikre | — | Assistant director | [5] |
| 2018 | High Jack | Parth | [23] | |
| 2019 | Dhumrapaan | Owen | [24] | |
| Kaand | Unnamed | Teleplay | [25] | |
| 2020 | Purple | Neil | Short film | [10] |
| 2022 | Sharmaji Namkeen | Vinayak "Vincy" Sharma | [26] | |
| 2025 | Songs of Paradise | Rumi | [27] |
Web series
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Pawan & Pooja | Pawan Srivastav | [28] |
| 2020–present | Mismatched | Anmol Malhotra | [29] |
| 2021 | Aryan & Meera | Aryan Khanna | [30] |
| 2022 | The Broken News | Anuj Saxena | [31] |
| Jugaadistan | Lucky Kohli | [14] | |
| 2025 | The Waking of a Nation | Kantilal Sahni | [32][33] |
| Rangeen | Sunny | [34] |
Dubbing
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Language | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | Desi Down Under | Rahul | English | [35] |
Music videos
[edit]| Year | Title | Singer | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | "Raazdaariyan" | Sagar Bhatia | [36] |
Discography
[edit]| Year | Title | Film/Series | Co-singer | Music | Lyrics | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | "Happy Ending Song" (Version 1) | High Jack | Sumedha Karmahe | Rajat Tiwari | Akarsh Khurana | [37] |
| "Happy Ending Song" (Version 2) | Manasi Mulherkar | |||||
| 2020 | "Sukoon" | Single | — | Himself, Charan Singh Pathania, Bruno Gonçalves Mota | Himself, Charan Singh Pathania | [12] |
| "Main Chala" | Mismatched (season 1) | Chaitanya Sharma alias SlowCheeta | Himself | Shwetang Shankar | [38] | |
| 2022 | "Kho Gaye" | Mismatched (season 2) | — | Himself | [39] | |
| 2023 | "Narazi" | Single | — | Himself, Charan Singh Pathania | [40] | |
| "Kaise Banu" | — | [41] | ||||
| "Kalleyan" | Akasa Singh | Himself, Akasa Singh | [42] | |||
| 2024 | "Lost and Found" | — | Himself, Charan Singh Pathania | [43] | ||
| "Majboor" | — | Himself | [44] | |||
References
[edit]- ^ "From Resul Pookutty to Taaruk Raina... these seven celebrities share their memorable new year resolutions". Free Press Journal. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ a b "Multi-talented artist Taaruk Raina". filmfare.com. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina talks about his journey as an independent musician". Mid-day. 15 July 2023. Retrieved 19 July 2023.
- ^ Mismatched, Independent Music & More With Taaruk Raina!, retrieved 19 July 2023
- ^ a b "Exclusive! Taaruk Raina on Mismatched, working with Rishi Kapoor and more!". filmfare.com. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
- ^ "Disney's Aladdin, now a Broadway-style musical with an Indian flavour". Business Standard. 9 July 2018. Retrieved 8 July 2023.
- ^ "Dhumrapaan – ZEE5". ZEE5. Retrieved 19 April 2023.
- ^ "Pawan & Pooja – Season 1". MX Player. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ "Pawan & Pooja trailer: Three couples explore changing definitions of love". Firstpost. 5 February 2020. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ a b "Purple – Short Film featuring Taaruk Raina directed by Jasmin A. Singh". Humaramovie. 30 June 2020. Retrieved 2 July 2023.
- ^ "'Mismatched' Actor Taaruk Raina On Real-Life Friends Rohit Saraf, Prajakta Koli, Show's Relatability Factor". Outlook India. 16 October 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ a b Sukoon sung by Taaruk – Sony Music India, retrieved 27 December 2022
- ^ "Aryan & Meera: A new Netflix Youtube series dropped Episode 1". PINKVILLA. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ a b "Chart-Topping Films And Shows To Binge On The OTT Platform". Outlook India. 16 December 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Rishi Kapoor's son from Sharmaji Namkeen, Taaruk Raina: 'Unki daant mein bohot pyar tha'". The Indian Express. 13 April 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina on working with Rishi Kapoor". Tribune India News. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Narrating stories, one song at a time – Taaruk Raina". Hindustan Times. 6 February 2023. Retrieved 7 February 2023.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina says India being country of fables, epics makes it perfect for audio storytelling". The Times of India. 30 June 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 2 July 2023.
- ^ "Prajakta Koli, Adarsh Gourav, Taaruk Raina open up about pressures of hustle culture; burnout in 20s". Khaleej Times. Retrieved 15 June 2023.
- ^ "All about Audible India's latest original offering is Desi Downunder". www.telegraphindia.com. Retrieved 15 June 2023.
- ^ "The Waking of a Nation: Ram Madhvani set to explore the Jallianwala Bagh 'conspiracy' in new show". The Indian Express. 10 February 2025. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
- ^ "Danish Renzu's Songs Of Paradise". The Times of India. 25 September 2022. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "High Jack movie: Comic timing is the best thing about this doomed hijack drama". Firstpost. 18 May 2018. Retrieved 2 July 2023.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina Movies". ZEE5. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina on being a part of teleplay 'Kaand'". Tribune India. Retrieved 2 July 2023.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina fought back tears at this kind gesture of Rishi Kapoor during shoot of Sharmaji Namkeen". Hindustan Times. 1 April 2022. Retrieved 11 February 2023.
- ^ "Songs Of Paradise: Saba Azad And Soni Razdan's Performances Lend The Kashmir-Set Film Its Charm". NDTV. 29 August 2025. Retrieved 1 September 2025.
- ^ "Pawan & Pooja review: Modern-day relationships!". Deccan Chronicle. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ Service. "Taaruk Raina Playing differently abled was a challenge". Tribune India News. Retrieved 27 December 2022.
- ^ "Aryan & Meera: A Netflix India YouTube Show – YouTube". Netflix India YouTube. Retrieved 4 January 2023.
- ^ "The Broken News Season 1: A riveting drama with credible performances – The Times Of India", The Times of India, retrieved 27 December 2022
- ^ "The Waking of a Nation: Taaruk Raina starrer based on Jallianwala Bagh massacre". www.indiatvnews.com. 10 February 2025. Retrieved 11 February 2025.
- ^ Rachavelpula, Kausalya (11 February 2025). "Ram Madhvani's The Waking of a Nation Explores Colonial Injustice, Streaming on Sony LIV from March 7". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 5 March 2025.
- ^ "Rangeen: Gigolo Drama Lacks Passion And Punch". Times Now. 25 July 2025. Retrieved 1 September 2025.
- ^ "Actor Taaruk Raina on re-living his Australian days through Desi Down Under | Bollywood Binge and Beyond Ep- 201". news.abplive.com. 15 May 2023. Retrieved 15 June 2023.
- ^ "Prajakta Koli and Taaruk Raina living the "Raazdaariyan" dream in Sagar Bhatia's powerful new track". www.deccanchronicle.com. 13 February 2025. Retrieved 18 February 2025.
- ^ High Jack – Full Movie Audio Jukebox | Zee Music Company, retrieved 2 July 2023
- ^ Main Chala – Spotify, 11 November 2020, retrieved 27 December 2022
- ^ Kho Gaye sung by Taaruk Raina | Mismatched Season 2 – Netflix India, retrieved 27 December 2022
- ^ "Taaruk Raina hooks all with his latest track 'Narazi' ft. Tanya Maniktala". The Times of India. 31 January 2023. Retrieved 2 February 2023.
- ^ "Kaise Banu by Taaruk Raina". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 August 2023.
- ^ "Kalleyan – Akasa & Taaruk Raina". Sony Music India. 23 November 2023. Retrieved 23 November 2023.
- ^ "Taaruk Raina Talks About the Journey Behind His New Song "Lost and Found"". Lokmat Times. 28 August 2024. Retrieved 30 August 2024.
- ^ "Majboor track out! Taaruk Raina calls this latest release a 'Piece of Himself'". Lokmat Times. Retrieved 15 November 2024.
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Early life and education
Childhood and family
Taaruk Raina was born on September 29, 1994, in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India.[1] He is the son of Sanjay Raina, a Kashmiri Pandit chef and entrepreneur known for promoting traditional Kashmiri Pandit cuisine through his Gurugram-based company, Mealability The Flavour Of Kashmir, which he founded in 2015.[6][7] Sanjay Raina, who grew up in Srinagar and later studied hotel management in Delhi, also ventured into the music industry in the 1990s, producing albums for Magnasound, which influenced his son's early exposure to music.[6] Raina's childhood was marked by a strong connection to music, as he began singing at the age of six and participated in his school choir.[8] He grew up listening to diverse genres, including rock, rap, heavy metal, and ghazals, reflecting the musical environment fostered by his family.[8] His father has credited Raina with carrying forward the family's musical legacy, describing it as passing the "singing baton."[6]Education
Raina was raised in Delhi, India, where he completed his schooling. During this time, he developed an early interest in music, starting to sing at the age of six and participating in school choirs and bands.[8][9] After finishing junior college in Delhi, Raina moved to Australia to pursue higher education. He earned a bachelor's degree in cultural studies and music from Monash University in Melbourne, where he continued nurturing his passion for music by singing in churches.[10][11][12][9] His studies in cultural studies and music provided a foundation that blended his artistic interests, influencing his later career in acting, songwriting, and performance.[11][13]Professional career
Industry entry and theatre
Raina's entry into the entertainment industry began with theatre, where he honed his acting skills through live performances prior to venturing into film production. In a 2023 interview, he described starting his professional journey on stage, emphasizing how theatre's demanding immediacy shaped his approach to character work and audience interaction.[8] This foundational experience in theatre provided him with essential training in improvisation and emotional delivery. In 2015, Raina transitioned into the film industry by joining Yash Raj Films as an assistant director to Aditya Chopra on the romantic comedy Befikre, starring Ranveer Singh and Vaani Kapoor. This role, which spanned approximately a year and a half, immersed him in the logistics of Bollywood filmmaking, from script breakdowns to on-set coordination, and exposed him to high-profile production environments.[8] He has highlighted this period as a pivotal learning phase, where observing lead actors like Singh taught him professional discipline and set etiquette, bridging his theatre background to cinematic storytelling.[14] Following his assistance on Befikre, Raina returned to theatre with prominent roles that showcased his versatility in musical and dramatic formats. His most notable stage credit came in 2018 with the Indian adaptation of Disney's Aladdin, a Broadway-style musical directed by Shruti Sharma, which infused the classic tale with local cultural elements while retaining its magical essence.[15] Raina alternated in the lead role of Aladdin alongside Siddharth Menon, performing high-energy song-and-dance sequences to live audiences across Mumbai and other cities, including a run at the National Centre for the Performing Arts.[16] The production, featuring a cast that included Mantra as the Genie and Vikrant Chaturvedi as the Sultan, marked a significant milestone in Indian theatre's embrace of Western musicals, running for multiple shows and earning praise for its vibrant choreography and sets.[17] Raina's theatre involvement extended beyond Aladdin, as he continued to take on challenging stage roles that complemented his growing screen presence. In early 2025, he starred in External Affairs, a 360-degree immersive play directed by Adhaar Khurana, where he portrayed a key character opposite Prajakta Koli, navigating rapid character switches in a format that tested ensemble dynamics and audience engagement.[18] By April 2025, he was also performing in an unnamed production that had completed 45 shows, underscoring his ongoing commitment to theatre's live energy amid his expanding film and digital career.[19] These experiences reinforced theatre's role in his development, providing a grounding contrast to scripted shoots and allowing him to explore multifaceted narratives in real time.Television hosting and acting debut
Raina made his television debut in 2017 as the co-host of the singing reality competition Dil Hai Hindustani season 2 on Star Plus, alongside Prit Kamani of the YouTube duo Jumbo Jutts.[1] The bilingual show, which encouraged cross-border participation between India and Pakistan, highlighted emerging musical talents through performances of Hindi, regional, and international songs, with judges including Sunidhi Chauhan, Pritam Chakraborty, and Badshah.[20] Raina's energetic on-stage presence and improvisational skills, honed from his theatre background and online content creation, helped him connect with audiences, earning praise for injecting youthful humor into the high-stakes format.[11] Following his hosting success, Raina transitioned to acting, marking his on-screen debut in 2018 with the comedy film High Jack, directed by Akarsh Khurana. In the movie, he portrayed Parth, a quirky supporting character in a road-trip narrative involving friends on a cannabis-fueled adventure across Himachal Pradesh. The role allowed Raina to showcase his comedic timing, and received positive feedback for his natural portrayal amid an ensemble cast including Sonnalli Seygall.[21] This debut paved the way for further opportunities in both film and digital platforms, blending Raina's multifaceted talents in performance and music, as he contributed to the film's soundtrack with vocals on the track "Happy Ending."Digital media and music expansion
Raina's foray into digital media began with his lead role as Anmol Malhotra in the Netflix romantic comedy series Mismatched (2020–2024), where he starred opposite Prajakta Koli across three seasons, portraying a visually impaired aspiring chef navigating love and disability in a modern context. The series, which explored generational clashes in modern relationships, marked his transition from television and theatre to over-the-top (OTT) platforms, earning him widespread recognition among younger audiences for his nuanced performance. Building on this success, he appeared in The Broken News (2022) on ZEE5 as a journalist, delving into the ethical dilemmas of media sensationalism. His OTT portfolio expanded further with supporting roles in Jugaadistan on Amazon Prime Video, Pawan & Pooja on MX Player, and the YouTube Original Aryan & Meera, showcasing his versatility in digital storytelling formats.[22] In 2025, Raina took on prominent leads in high-profile series, including The Waking of a Nation on SonyLIV, where he played Kanti, a lawyer unraveling the conspiracy behind the 1919 Jallianwala Bagh massacre, a role that demanded intense historical research and emotional depth.[23] He also featured as Sunny in Rangeen on Amazon Prime Video, contributing to soundtracks alongside his acting.[12] These projects highlighted his growing presence across platforms like Netflix, SonyLIV, and Prime Video, where he credited OTT for providing diverse opportunities that reshaped his career trajectory.[24] Parallel to his digital acting expansion, Raina pursued music as a singer, songwriter, and composer, viewing it as his "first love" and a vulnerable extension of his artistic identity.[25] His music journey started experimentally but evolved into indie pop with emotional, introspective themes often described as "sadboi pop," drawing from personal experiences like childhood nostalgia.[26] A pivotal release was "Kho Gaye" from Mismatched Season 2 (2022), co-composed with Himonshu Parikh and members of The Yellow Diary, which amassed millions of views on YouTube and charted on Apple Music's Top 100 in India.[27] This soundtrack success bridged his acting and music worlds, leading to independent singles like "Narazi" (2023), a heartfelt track about loss and reconciliation that surpassed 10 million streams on Spotify.[26][28] Raina's music output accelerated in 2024 with releases such as "Lost & Found" (August), a collaboration with Prajakta Koli and Charan Singh Pathania produced by Starving Artist Films, emphasizing themes of rediscovery through acoustic arrangements; "Tu Hi Bata De"; and "Majboor" (November), a personal reflection on inner conflict that he described as a "piece of himself."[3][29] He also contributed "Do Din Ke Baad" to Mismatched Season 3 (December).[30] In 2025, he debuted Stay Vol. 1 (September), an EP featuring tracks like "Ruk Ja" and "Ratiyaan," self-produced and released on platforms including YouTube and Apple Music.[31] These works, distributed via his YouTube channel (@taaruk, with over 8,000 subscribers hosting official music videos), underscored his shift toward self-directed digital distribution.[32] His music expansion included live performances, such as his debut show at AntiSocial Mumbai in March 2025, where he engaged a full house of around 500 with high-energy sets blending neon visuals and fan sing-alongs, solidifying his status as an emerging indie voice.[33][26] Raina has cited influences from diverse artists, using music to narrate personal stories and complement his on-screen vulnerability.[34] This dual expansion into OTT and music has positioned him as a multi-hyphenate artist, with nominations like Best Supporting Actor for Mismatched Season 3 at the 2025 NEXA Indian Streaming Academy Awards.[35]Filmography
Films
Taaruk Raina has appeared in a select number of feature films, marking his transition from theatre and television to the big screen. His debut came in a supporting comedic role, followed by family drama and more recent dramatic leads exploring cultural narratives.| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | High Jack | Parth (nerd guy) | Comedy stoner film directed by Akarsh Khurana, about disgruntled employees hijacking a flight for revenge; Raina's early screen role post-theatre work.[36][37] |
| 2022 | Sharmaji Namkeen | Vinayak "Vincy" Sharma | Comedy-drama directed by Hitesh Bhatia and Paresh Rawal; portrayed the younger son of the protagonist (Rishi Kapoor), highlighting family dynamics and retirement life in middle-class Delhi.[38][39] |
| 2025 | Songs of Paradise | Rumi | Drama directed by Danish Renzu; plays a young researcher delving into the life of Noor Begum, Kashmir's pioneering female radio singer, amid themes of cultural heritage and conflict. The film premiered on Prime Video and received attention for its musical storytelling.[40][41] |
Web series
Taaruk Raina has established himself as a prominent figure in Indian digital content through diverse roles in web series, often portraying young, ambitious characters navigating personal and societal challenges. His transition to OTT platforms began in 2020, marking a shift from theatre and television hosting to serialized storytelling that allowed for deeper character exploration. Notable among his works is the romantic comedy Mismatched, where he plays the geeky and hot-headed Anmol Malhotra, a role that spanned multiple seasons and highlighted themes of generational clashes in relationships.[42] In historical and dramatic genres, Raina took on the lead role of Kantilal Sahni, a young lawyer uncovering colonial conspiracies in The Waking of a Nation, a series that delves into the aftermath of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre.[43] His performance as the idealistic intern Anuj Saxena in The Broken News earned praise for capturing the cutthroat world of journalism, while in Jugaadistan, he embodied the entrepreneurial spirit of college student Lucky Kohli amid themes of innovation and friendship.[44][45] More recently, Raina portrayed Sunny, a sex worker grappling with identity and survival, in the dark comedy Rangeen, showcasing his range in edgier narratives.[46] He is also set to appear in the upcoming military drama Operation Safed Sagar.[47]| Year | Title | Role | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Pawan & Pooja | Pawan Srivastav | MX Player |
| 2020–present | Mismatched | Anmol Malhotra | Netflix |
| 2021 | Aryan & Meera | Aryan Khanna | Netflix India (YouTube) |
| 2022 | The Broken News | Anuj Saxena | ZEE5 |
| 2022 | Jugaadistan | Lucky Kohli | Lionsgate Play |
| 2025 | Rangeen | Sunny | Prime Video |
| 2025 | The Waking of a Nation | Kantilal Sahni | SonyLIV |
| 2026 | Operation Safed Sagar | TBA | Netflix |
Television appearances
Taaruk Raina made his debut in broadcast television as a co-host on the singing reality competition Dil Hai Hindustani, which premiered on Star Plus on 7 January 2017.[48] He partnered with Prit Kamani, his collaborator from the YouTube channel Jumbo Jutts, to bring an energetic and youthful vibe to the show, engaging audiences with their comedic interludes and rapport with contestants.[49] The program, conceptualized as a global hunt for Hindi and Bollywood music talent, featured judges Karan Johar, Badshah, Shekhar Ravjiani, and Shalmali Kholgade, who evaluated performers blending traditional Hindustani elements with contemporary styles.[48] The first season spanned eight weeks, airing weekends at 8 PM, and concluded its grand finale on 26 February 2017, with Ananya Shukla and Pranav Chandran emerging as winners.[48] Raina's hosting role highlighted his on-screen charisma and musical affinity, drawing from his background as a singer and composer, and helped establish his presence in Indian television before transitioning to acting in digital platforms.[11]Dubbing roles
Taaruk Raina has expanded his career into voice acting, primarily through immersive audio dramas on platforms like Audible, where he brings characters to life using only vocal performance. In 2023, Raina voiced the character of Rahul, one of three childhood best friends embarking on an adventurous trip to Australia for lifeguard training, in the Audible Original series Desi Down Under. Co-starring Prajakta Koli as Meenu and Adarsh Gourav as Deven, the nine-episode coming-of-age story blends romance, comedy, and cultural exploration in a bilingual English-Hindi format.[50][51] Raina's role as Rahul highlights themes of friendship, self-discovery, and navigating new experiences abroad, contributing to the series' immersive 3D audio production that emphasizes emotional depth through sound design.[52] In 2024, he portrayed Johnny Claymore in Marvel's Wastelanders: Doom, an Audible audio series set in a post-apocalyptic Marvel universe where superheroes have fallen and villains rise to power. Raina's voice work for the character involved capturing the intensity of a dystopian narrative, marking his entry into the Marvel audio franchise.[53][54] Raina has described the experience of voice acting in Wastelanders: Doom as a unique challenge, allowing him to explore character emotions solely through intonation and pacing, and he expressed enthusiasm for potential future collaborations in the Marvel audio universe.[53]Music videos
Taaruk Raina has appeared in several music videos, often blending his roles as singer, songwriter, and performer. His contributions span independent singles and soundtrack releases, frequently exploring themes of love, loss, and emotional introspection. These videos showcase his vocal style, which draws from indie pop and acoustic influences, and often feature collaborations with other artists and filmmakers. One of his earliest notable music video appearances was in "Sukoon," released on November 24, 2020, where Raina composed, wrote, and performed the track about post-breakup calm, featuring actress Aisha Ahmed in the visuals.[55] The lyric video emphasized bold, introspective imagery aligned with the song's theme of emotional release.[56] In 2022, Raina featured prominently in "Kho Gaye," the official music video from the Netflix series Mismatched Season 2, released on September 30, 2022. Co-performed with Rohit Saraf and Prajakta Koli, the video captures a nostalgic romance, amassing over 26 million views and highlighting Raina's melodic vocals in a narrative tied to the series' storyline.[27] Raina's independent music video for "Narazi," released on January 31, 2023, marked his debut solo visual project, co-written and composed with Charan Singh Pathania under Starving Artist Films. The video narrates themes of loss, acceptance, and reconciliation through minimalist cinematography, with Raina as the lead singer.[28][57] Later that year, "Kaise Banu," released on August 22, 2023, featured Raina alongside Ahsaas Channa in a romantic visual directed for Hitz Music. The song and video explore longing and self-improvement in love, with Raina handling composition and vocals to convey wonder and vulnerability.[58] In 2024, Raina collaborated on "Lost & Found," released on August 28, 2024, performing and co-writing with Charan Singh Pathania, and featuring Prajakta Koli. Produced by Nisthula Murphy and Siddesh Parekh, the video depicts cycles of love and rediscovery through intimate, heartfelt scenes.[3] That December, he appeared in "Do Din Ke Baad," the official music video from Mismatched Season 3, released around December 20, 2024, where his performance underscores fleeting connections in the series' romantic arc.[30] Raina's most recent solo effort, "Majboor," released on November 12, 2024, produced by Bruno Mota, features a music video delving into the loss of objectivity in relationships, presented in a raw, sad-pop aesthetic.[59] Earlier in 2025, he starred in "Raazdaariyan," released on February 12, 2025, alongside Prajakta Koli, composed by Sagar Bhatia and directed by Raj M. The Qawwali-inspired video examines unspoken emotional layers in love, blending traditional elements with modern visuals.[60]| Year | Title | Collaborators | Key Themes | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sukoon | Aisha Ahmed (visuals) | Post-breakup serenity | [55] |
| 2022 | Kho Gaye | Rohit Saraf, Prajakta Koli | Nostalgic romance | [27] |
| 2023 | Narazi | Charan Singh Pathania | Loss and reconciliation | [28] |
| 2023 | Kaise Banu | Ahsaas Channa | Longing in love | [58] |
| 2024 | Lost & Found | Charan, Prajakta Koli | Rediscovery in relationships | [3] |
| 2024 | Do Din Ke Baad | Mismatched cast | Fleeting connections | [30] |
| 2024 | Majboor | Bruno Mota (producer) | Emotional dependency | [59] |
| 2025 | Raazdaariyan | Prajakta Koli, Sagar Bhatia | Unspoken love secrets | [60] |
Musical works
Discography
Taaruk Raina has built a discography centered on independent singles and EPs, alongside contributions to soundtracks for web series such as Mismatched. His releases often blend indie pop and contemporary sounds, with a focus on Hindi and Punjabi tracks.[4][31] The following table summarizes his key releases:| Year | Title | Type | Notes/Album |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | Sukoon | Single | Independent release.[61] |
| 2020 | Main Chala (feat. SlowCheeta) | Single | From Mismatched (Season 1) soundtrack.[62] |
| 2022 | Kho Gaye | Single | From Mismatched (Season 2) soundtrack.[61][63] |
| 2023 | Narazi | Single | Independent release.[4] |
| 2023 | Kalleyan (with Akasa Singh) | Single | Collaboration.[64] |
| 2023 | Manmaani | EP | 5-track EP including "Kaise Banu".[4][65] |
| 2024 | Heartbreak Disco | Single | From Mismatched (Season 3) soundtrack.[31] |
| 2024 | Tu Hi Bata De (with JOH and Delraaz Bunshah feat. RUUH) | Single | Collaborative release.[4] |
| 2024 | Lost & Found | Single | Independent release.[4] |
| 2024 | Majboor | Single | Independent release.[4] |
| 2024 | Do Din Ke Baad | Single | From Mismatched (Season 3) soundtrack.[62] |
| 2025 | Stay Vol. 1 | EP | Independent release featuring tracks like "Tere Gaon" (3 tracks).[4][31] |
| 2025 | Rangeen | Album | Original series soundtrack (released July 22, 2025).[66] |