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Zeeshan Akhtar Releases New Single ‘Chal Chale’ with a First-of-its-Kind AI-Generated Music Video Bangalore, India – September 29, 2025: Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Zeeshan Akhtar unveils the music video for his latest single Chal Chale, now available on YouTube. Released on September 18 across all major music streaming platforms, the track is accompanied by a full-length AI-generated video, a cinematic and narrative-driven experiment that pushes the boundaries of how independent Indian artists are telling stories visually. At its heart, Chal Chale speaks to the ache of miscommunication, the frustration of being unheard and the silence that slowly takes over a relationship. Written, composed, and sung by Zeeshan, the track blends a pop-rock edge with subtle blues textures, carried by an unusual yet flowing 7/8 groove. Zeeshan also played acoustic and electric guitars along with drums, while longtime collaborators Bachospati Chakraborty (bass), Pathikrit Mazumdar (keyboards), and Suvam Moitra (mix) added their touch from different cities. For the video, Zeeshan turned to AI after live-shoot plans proved difficult to pursue as an independent artist. He took on the ambitious task of storyboarding, generating, and editing the entire project himself. “I wanted the video to reflect the best of both worlds: music grounded in real instruments and a film shaped by the possibilities of artificial intelligence. With no prior experience in AI video-making, I approached it like a new instrument, learning its language until I could make it sing. Bringing it to the final cut on my own was quite demanding, but it reminded me that creativity always finds a way when you let curiosity lead. I’m eager to see how people connect with it.” he shares. Unlike many AI-generated videos that lean on abstract imagery, Chal Chale plays out like a short film, a visual narrative that reflects the song’s themes of escape and reconnection. Sonically, the track creates an interesting juxtaposition: while the lyrics convey longing and unspoken emotions, the upbeat rhythm and groove bring an energy that naturally invites movement. Now streaming on Spotify, YouTube, Apple Music, Amazon Music, iTunes, JioSaavn, and more, Chal Chale marks a new chapter for Zeeshan, his first Hindi release after six songs in English. After taking a step back post-Covid for personal reasons, he is now returning with fresh momentum, looking to connect with a wider audience. The song also signals his plans to get back on stage and share new music more regularly. About Zeeshan Akhtar Zeeshan Akhtar is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer who began his career with Kaivalyaa, runners-up on MTV Rock On. For over a decade, he has created music that fuses the warmth of pop and rock with fresh, layered textures. Through his live act, the Zeeshan Akhtar Collective, he has collaborated with acclaimed artists such as Rhythm Shaw (AR Rahman’s band), Adil Rashid (Euphoria), and members of Zhane. Beyond the stage, he thrives as a communications professional at a Fortune 30 comp