Koi Aane Ko Hai Jaam Kholo Zara By Pankaj Udhas ((top)) Jun 2026

While Pankaj Udhas is the voice, the soul of this track lies in its lyrics. Different versions of this ghazal exist, but the most famous rendition features lines that cut deep into the human psyche:

The wine glass, in particular, is a potent symbol. It represents the fragility of love, which can be shattered at any moment. By asking the listener to "open the wine glass a little," Udhas is, in effect, urging them to open their heart, to make space for the one who is arriving. koi aane ko hai jaam kholo zara by pankaj udhas

He picked up the second glass and raised it to the empty chair. "You’re late," he whispered. The record skipped slightly, repeating the line: “Jaam kholo zara… jaam kholo zara.” While Pankaj Udhas is the voice, the soul

(Someone is coming, open the wine) acting as both a heartbeat and a countdown. By asking the listener to "open the wine

Another powerful sher (couplet) often associated with this tune speaks of shattered reputation: