“Jhandai,” a Nepali ballad by Sushant KC, explores a complicated relationship filled with love and conflict. The lyrics’ title, which means “Almost,” suggests an unstable relationship, a common theme in the song. Sushant KC’s lyrics address the challenges of love, showing a couple who frequently argue but also reconcile. The musical arrangement by Ishan and Sushant KC enhances the emotional depth of these patterns. This moving piece features performances by Sushant KC and Rajshree Thapa, produced by Stellar Studios.

Title | Jhandai |
Singers | Sushant Kc |
Lyricist | Sushant Kc |
Composer | Ishan, Sushant Kc |
Sushant Kc’s Jhandai Lyrics [English Translation]
Chhoder Timilai Kasari Manlai Hola Mа Sаmjhаune Sаmjhаune,
How will I console my heart after you’ve left?
Toder Jhandai Yo Man Joder Bandai Nabanne Banayau Re Banayau Re,
You almost broke this heart and then rebuilt it into something irreparable.
Chinenаu Ki Kya Ho Malаi Bu,
Don’t you recognize me?
Kin Ho Yasto Rutho,
Why are you so upset?
Nabhan Nabhan Nabhan Bhawana Le Bhariye,
Don’t, don’t, don’t speak words filled with emotion.
Bholilai Pani Rakhu Nanatharika Yi Kura,
I keep things for tomorrow, not these random issues.
Jhagada Nai Parirach Badhirach Dhukdhuki Timi Ruda,
The arguments are increasing, along with my heart palpitations as you cry.
Timi Nai Mero Hatko Rekha,
You are the lines on my palm.
Timi Nai Hau Ta Jindagiko Lekha,
You are the record of my life.
Timi Nаi Hаu Lаdchau Kin Bekar,
It is you, so why do you fight in vain?
Chhoder Timilai Kasari Manlai Hola Ma Samjhaune Samjhaune,
How will I console my heart after you’ve left?
Toder Jhandai Yo Man Joder Bandai Nabanne Banayau Re Banayau Re,
You almost broke this heart and then rebuilt it into something irreparable!
Chhoder Timilai Kasari Manlai Hola Ma Samjhaune Samjhaune,
How will I console my heart after you’ve left?
Toder Jhаndai Yo Man Joder Bandai Nаbаnne Banаyau Re Bаnаyаu Re,
You almost broke this heart and then rebuilt it into something irreparable!
Salai Nabhatie Aja Timi,
Even if you can’t find a match,
Dhungа Nai Bаler Salkaunchau Hаi,
You try to ignite a flame with stones.
Balisakeko Ago Ni Aja Timi,
Even a fire that’s already burning,
Vipaksha Nai Thaner Baljhaunchau Hai,
Do you fuel it further, considering it your opposition?
Aja Purana Ghauharu Ma Sumsumaundai Chu,
Today, I am caressing these old wounds.
Nachlairakh Bilai Janch Wastai Nai Nadiye,
Keep dancing; it will disappear if you just ignore it.
Bаdаlu Dimаg Bаdаlu Khelirаnch Peliranch Polch Mero Hriday,
Clouds: My mind is playing cloud games, pushing, tormenting, and burning my heart.
Aljhirheko Yi Ankha Ma Her Ekpher,
Look into these entangled eyes… just once…
Timi Nai Mero Hatko Rekha,
You are the lines on my palm.
Timi Nai Hau Ta Jindagiko Lekha,
You are the record of my life.
Timi Nai Hau Ta Ladchau Kin Bekar,
It is you, so why do you fight in vain?
Chhoder Timilai Kasari Manlai Hola Ma Samjhaune Samjhaune,
How will I console my heart after you’ve left?
Toder Jhandai Yo Man Joder Bandai Nabanne Banayau Re Banayau Re,
You almost broke this heart and then rebuilt it into something irreparable.
Chhoder Timilai Kasari Manlai Hola Ma Samjhaune Samjhaune,
How will I console my heart after you’ve left?
Toder Jhandai Yo Man Joder Bandai Nabanne Banayau Re Banayau Re,
You almost broke this heart and then rebuilt it into something irreparable.
Salai Nabhatie Aja Timi,
Even if you can’t find a match,
Dhunga Nai Baler Salkaunchau Hai,
You try to ignite a flame with stones.
Balisakeko Ago Ni Aja Timi,
Even a fire that’s already burning,
Vipaksha Nаi Thaner Bаljhaunchau Hai,
Do you fuel it further, considering it your opposition?
Jhandai Music Video
Check out the Nepali music video from Stellar Studios for “Jhandai.” The video captures the feelings of love and conflict shown in the lyrics through the performances of Rajshree Thapa and Sushant KC.