Bimal aka Shirani’s Journey: From Daler Mehndi’s Ho Jayegi Balle Balle to Dhurandhar
- Vanshika Sharma
- Apr 5
- 2 min read

There are moments in an artist’s journey that define everything that follows.And then, there are people, rare ones — who become the reason those moments exist.
For decades, Daler Mehndi has not just been a global music icon, but a force of belief. A man who didn’t just create hits, he created hope.
Recently, a story resurfaced that perfectly captures this spirit. Actor Shirani aka Bimal Oberoi shared how his journey began with Ho Jayegi Balle Balle—a song that defined an era. That moment wasn’t just a gig. It was his first step. His first cheque. His first belief.
And behind it stood Daler Mehndi.
While the world saw the flamboyance, the voice, the unstoppable energy—those who worked closely with him saw something deeper.
A mentor.A believer.A voice that said, again and again:
“Never give up.”
This wasn’t just advice—it was a philosophy he lived by and passed on.
When Shirani received his first ₹10,000 cheque, it wasn’t just money. It was validation. A signal that he belonged. And like so many others, he carried that moment forward into a career that would unfold years later.
The Ripple Effect of One Opportunity
Success stories often look individual from the outside. But behind many of them lies a quiet beginning—someone who gave a chance when it mattered most.
For Shirani, that beginning came through Daler Mehndi.
And today, as he looks back and expresses gratitude, it reminds us of something powerful:
Great artists create great art. Legends create more artists.
Daler Mehndi has always been the latter.
The impact of this story has been widely covered across leading media platforms, highlighting the significance of early mentorship in shaping careers.
“Internet shocked to learn Dhurandhar's Shirani, Bimal Oberoi, began career with Daler Mehndi” — Hindustan Times
“Dhurandhar 2's Shirani aka Bimal Oberoi started his career with Daler Mehndi's ‘Ho Jayegi Balle Balle’” — The Times of India
“Dhurandhar's 'Shirani' Bimal Oberoi began his journey by appearing in Daler Mehndi songs” — The Economic Times
“Shirani Baloch Bimal Oberoi made debut with this Daler Mehndi song” — Times Now
NDTV & Zee News also highlighted Daler Mehndi’s early support and financial backing during Bimal’s initial career phase
DRecords: Carrying Forward the Same Spirit
At DRecords, this belief isn’t just remembered—it is continued.
The foundation laid by Daler Mehndi is simple yet profound:
Talent deserves a chance
Dreams deserve patience
And every artist deserves someone who believes in them before the world does
Because not every story begins with success.But every success begins with someone saying:
“You can do this.”
A Message That Still Echoes
Years pass. Songs change. Faces evolve.
But some messages stay timeless.
And somewhere, even today, a young artist is holding on—because they heard it once, or felt it once: "Never Give Up"
And when their moment arrives, they’ll look back…just like Shirani did.

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