"Gulshan 3 is Critical Mahmood’s most focused and fearless project yet. Blending gritty lyricism with moody production, he paints a raw portrait of urban life, personal struggle, and social tension. It’s sharp, emotional, and rooted deeply in the underground—proof that Mahmood is in full control of his voice and vision."
We gave it a listen – here's how it hit us
• Emergency (intro)
A tension-filled skit that sets the atmosphere — sirens, urgency, and a sense of collapse. Feels like stepping into Mahmood’s crisis zone.
• Barabari
Bouncy beat meets sharp delivery. The track plays with the idea of exaggeration — socially, politically, and personally. Smooth opener with bite.
• Broke
Raw and confessional. Critical talks about economic pressure without glamorizing it. Minimalist beat lets the bars breathe.
• Nirashay (feat. Tajwar)
A moody, melodic cut. Tajwar’s voice adds depth while Mahmood explores hopelessness with poetic intensity.
• Don't Wanna Know (feat. UHR)
A silky collab. Flows are tight, but the real magic is in the laid-back arrogance — it’s about not needing validation
• Restart (Skit)
A glitchy, cleverly placed interlude. Like a reboot in the middle of chaos, acting as a divider in the album’s emotional arc.
• Notun Din
Reflective and slightly hopeful. Mahmud looks forward, blending weary honesty with soft ambition. Chill, jazzy undertones.
• Rajdhani Scene (feat. Crown Engine & Lazy Panda)
A Dhaka banger. Gritty lyricism, clever city metaphors, and a cypher feel from the features. Local essence at its peak.
• Banger Issues
One of the hardest tracks. Punchlines fly fast. Bravado, wit, and controlled chaos — it’s meant to hit.
• Khanjar (feat. SOMRAT SIJ)
Lethal energy. The word "khanjar" (dagger) is fitting. Mahmood and Somrat deliver razor-edged bars, both menacing and stylish.
• Bak Bakum Payra
Playful yet satirical. Uses slang and street humor to disguise some sharp commentary. A crowd favorite for sure.
• Jhal Tthua (feat. CFU36 & Shonnashi)
A layered posse cut. It’s spicy — both in flow and message. Perfect penultimate hype track before the close.
• Gulshan 3 (outro)
Melancholic, cinematic, and introspective. A proper close — Mahmood wraps the project with reflections that echo long after.