Blue, bold, and back like never before – the Smurfs are leaping into an all-new adventure, bringing their signature charm, laughter, and magic to the real world! To bring this excitement to life, DESI TRILL releases “Higher Love” bringing some of the biggest names in the music industry – DJ Khaled, Cardi B, Natania and Subhi together for this electrifying new anthem!
But that’s not it – for the first time ever, a Punjabi music is making its way into a Hollywood animated movie – making history and turning up the volume on South Asian representation! Natania’s English vocals juxtaposed against an all-Punjabi hook performed by singer-songwriter, Subhi, the track is a cultural crossover like no other, fusing mainstream hip-hop energy with a desi spirit. See it here…
On the collaboration, DJ Khaled says, “I’m excited to be a part of this iconic collaboration. Growing up I remember always watching the Smurfs. It feels like a full circle moment now having children of my own who watch the Smurfs as well, and I get to be a part of the soundtrack. I’m excited to work alongside Cardi B, Natania & Subhi on “Higher Love” for this monumental movie soundtrack. It’s inspiring and looking forward to sharing our music with the world”.
“Higher Love is magnetic energy about knowing and celebrating what you bring to the table, it’s self belief and confidence in who you truly are and wanting to share that frequency with the world. I’m so excited to be a part of putting out something so joyful into the universe, representing my roots and my culture alongside such incredible artists.”, Natania adds.
“I’m incredibly grateful and beyond excited to be part of this global soundtrack alongside such amazing artists – DESI TRILL, Cardi B, DJ Khaled, & Natania. It’s an honor to bring my Punjabi roots to this celebratory track and represent my Indian heritage on such a big stage. Music is a universal language, and I can’t wait for the world to experience the energy and joy we’ve created together!”, says Subhi
When Papa Smurf (John Goodman) is mysteriously captured by the evil wizards Razamel and Gargamel, Smurfette (voiced by Rihanna) leads the Smurfs on a daring mission into the real world to rescue him. Along the way, the Smurfs are joined by new allies and must discover what defines their destiny in order to save the universe from chaos. This film promises to deliver the magic of the Smurfs while introducing exciting new challenges and deepening the characters’ journey.
Smurfs is coming to theaters near you on July 18, ‘25 in English and Hindi!
