Listen to Parinay’s Insane Cover of Lagan Lagi

Some performances stay with you because they’re technically flawless. Others stick because someone takes a risk that could’ve gone either way. At Umang 2020’s Bollywood Unwind, Parinay Jain, representing Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics, did exactly that when he chose to perform Lagan Lagi, a song most singers would think twice before attempting.

Let’s be honest, every singing competition has two kinds of contestants. The ones who play it safe with a crowd favourite, and the ones who pick a song that pushes every limit of their voice. Parinay chose the second route.

Originally sung by Sukhwinder Singh, Lagan Lagi isn’t an easy song to pull off. It’s packed with soaring notes, powerful vocals, and the kind of intensity that demands complete commitment from the moment the music starts.

What makes this performance memorable isn’t just that he hits the difficult notes. It’s how naturally he slips into the emotion of the song. Instead of treating it like a vocal exercise, he performs it with confidence, energy, and the kind of stage presence that keeps the audience locked in from beginning to end.

And honestly, that’s what separates a good singer from a winning performance.

College fest stages are full of talented vocalists. What judges remember are the performers who make a familiar song feel exciting all over again. Parinay managed to strike that balance beautifully, combining vocal control with genuine performance.

The result? A first-place finish in the finals, a perfect 20 points from the judges, and 2500 ACL points for both himself and his college during Umang’s League Edition.

Looking back, it’s a reminder of what made college fests so special. They rewarded ambition just as much as talent. Sometimes the biggest wins come from choosing the hardest song in the room and believing you can do it justice.

Parinay did exactly that.