As Holi approaches, Mumbai DJs Krunal Ghorpade (DJ Kratex), Parth Taco (Magic Salad), and Ruchir Kulkarni share their trend forecasts and curated playlists for 2026. From Techno and Afro House to Hip-hop and groovy breaks, the DJs pick their hottest tracks while calling out meme-based songs, minimal techno, and overplayed Bollywood Holi staples
Krunal Ghorpade aka DJ Kratex
Old school rules
Krunal Ghorpade aka DJ Kratex
Trend forecast: 2026 is a big year for Techno. The recent Dhurandar soundtrack had hints of the genre, and Indian audiences seemed to love it.
What’s hot?
. Cham Cham by Ajay-Atul and Vaishali Samant
. Chandu ke Chacha by Aasma
. Taambdi Chaamdi by Shreyas Sagvekar and Kratex
What’s not?
Songs that are built around trending memes and movie dialogues. They’re an excuse for creativity and leave the audience feeling like they’re watching Instagram reels all over again.
Give me a break
Parth Taco aka Magic Salad
Trend forecast: Hip-hop and house will top the roster, but this year DJs will bring some fun between the tracks with groovy breaks
What’s hot?
. Drip by Moktar
. Muita by Yo Speed
. Make a Dance by
Mad Queen
What’s not?
Music that’s on the nose, psychedelic tracks. Minimal techno can take a back seat as well, alongside Holi-themed Bollywood hits.
Filmi farewell
DJ Ruchir Kulkarni
Trend forecast: While Bollywood will remain a favourite, Afro House will get the dancers in the audience on their feet
What’s hot?
. Madhubala by Ali Zafar, Shweta Pandit, and Sreerama Chandra
. Blessings by Calvin Harris
. Rang by Satinder Sartaj and Zahrah Khan
. Turn the Lights Off by Kato
What’s not?
Bollywood staples like Rang Barse by Amitabh Bachchan and Do Me A Favour by Anu Malik and Sunidhi Chauhan
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