Ayushmann Khurrana performed the song "Dil Waale Chor" on Indian Idol on May 21, 2026 [1], promoting his upcoming film "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do".

The appearance marks a full-circle moment for the actor, as he returned to a platform that previously denied him a place in the competition. This return highlights the trajectory of his career from a rejected contestant to a leading Bollywood star.

During the live television performance in Mumbai, Khurrana sang an extended version of the track [1]. He said the experience was returning to the "same stage which once rejected me" [1].

To support the film's release, T-Series released a full-video version of the song in 8K resolution [2]. The track features Khurrana and co-star Sara Ali Khan, with reporting describing the pair as bringing "old-school romance" to the production [3].

While the music video features both lead actors, Khurrana performed the song on the Indian Idol stage individually [1]. The promotion for "Pati Patni Aur Woh Do" aims to position the film as a romantic entertainer for global audiences via platforms like YouTube [2].

The song is composed by Rochak Kohli, Shreya Ghoshal, and Aditya, according to the official release [2].

“"same stage which once rejected me"”

The strategic use of a high-resolution 8K release and a nostalgic television appearance serves two purposes: it leverages the technical appeal of modern cinema and the emotional narrative of personal redemption. By linking the film's promotion to his own history with Indian Idol, Khurrana creates a human-interest story that expands the movie's reach beyond traditional film marketing.