From classic dancefloor anthems to his massive brand-new 2026 single 'Miss Punjaban' alongside Jelly Manjitpuri, Sanj C is a producer who always knows exactly how to bring the energy.  

Today, we’re diving deep into the UK Bhangra scene with a creative force who’s been shaking up dance floors for years.  From classic anthems to his highly anticipated 2026 release, he knows how to blend heavy traditional dhol beats with fresh modern production.  

He’s fresh off releasing his brand-new smash single “Miss Punjaban” featuring Jelly Manjitpuri. This track is already lighting up Spotify playlists and YouTube feeds everywhere.  

Let’s talk about the creative process behind “Miss Punjaban”.  It’s all about bringing back the classic UK Bhangra vibe. What specific elements or instruments did you focus on to capture that authentic nostalgic feel while keeping the production modern?

To be honest, after 11 years since my last release, I spent a lot of time watching how the Bhangra industry has evolved. The sound has become much more Hip-Hop influenced, which is great because I’m a huge Hip-Hop fan myself. But at the same time, I felt like the classic UK Bhangra sound from the early 2000s was missing.  

I wanted to bring that vibe back and create something fun that people can play at all their functions — whether it’s jagos, sangeets, weddings, or parties — instead of always hearing the same tracks. Those songs are still played for a reason because they’re timeless classics, but I’d love to add something fresh to that collection while keeping that original energy alive.  

With this song, “Miss Punjaban,” the aim was really to bring back that powerful dhol and tumbi sound that made UK Bhangra so special and energetic in the first place.

You collaborated with Jelly Manjitpuri on vocals and lyrics. How did that partnership come about and what was the energy like in the studio when you first heard his take on the beat?

I wouldn’t say it happened instantly in the studio — it was more something that developed over WhatsApp. It all started around five years ago when I messaged Jelly Paji on Instagram, and he was kind enough to exchange numbers with me. Over the years, we actually recorded two songs together, but I reached out to him again with an idea for a third track.  

I remember it clearly — it was early in the morning, and I was just sitting on the sofa watching TV when the idea suddenly came to me. I sent Jelly Paji a voice note on WhatsApp saying that I needed another song and that I loved the way he says the word “Punjaban” in songs. I asked him, “What do you think about writing a song called ‘Miss Punjaban’?”  

He instantly liked the idea and said he would work on something and get back to me. Within 48 hours, he sent me a dummy vocal, and the moment I heard it, I fell in love with the song. We were both on the same page from the start — even he said himself that the track should have that proper UK-style Bhangra vibe.  Once I received the full vocals and the tumbi recordings, which he also played himself, I started experimenting with different versions of the track. Then one day, everything just clicked into place — and “Miss Punjaban” was born.

As the person behind both music production and video editing, how does your vision for the visual layout influence how you construct the final audio mix?

Editing the music video myself was never actually part of the original plan, but I guess some things happen for a reason. Hopefully I did a good job — if not, apologies, I’m still learning haha.  

When making the song, I already had a clear vision in my head as well as a certain budget, so I had to make the best of the opportunities and resources I had available. Once again, I wanted to take things back to that early 2000s UK Bhangra video style — with the main female dancers, dhol players, and that classic energetic vibe. I also tried to include background visuals of Punjab throughout the video to give it more of that authentic feel and connection to the culture.  

Overall, this video was very different compared to my last two projects, but I wanted to keep this video very simple. Also, a big thank you to Suki Chand for the final mix and mastering.

The music video features a brilliant performance by Dilpreet Dils. What made her the perfect fit to embody the title role of “Miss Punjaban”?

For this song, I wanted the main attention and full focus to be on the lead female role, which was played by Dilpreet. Funny enough, just like many things these days, I actually came across her while scrolling through Instagram. As soon as I saw her page, I instantly felt she would be the perfect fit for the video.  

Once we connected, she loved both the song and the overall concept straight away and was fully on board from the beginning. Her energy and presence really helped bring the vision for “Miss Punjaban” to life.

You worked with Beyond Lens Creations on directing the video. How did you balance your own creative editing style with their directorial vision during post-production?

Rahul (Beyond Lens Creations), who shot the music video, was also a huge help throughout the process. He brought great energy and real passion for filming — and I have to say, he’s a great hype man as well haha. It was really good to have him on board for this project, especially as it was his first music video shoot.  

Since then, it’s also led to us becoming good friends, which made the whole experience even more special.

“Miss Punjaban” clocks in at just 3 minutes and 13 seconds.  How do you approach song pacing today compared to the longer club mixes of the past?  

In terms of song pacing, a lot of the current trends are leaning towards shorter tracks, often around two minutes or just over. However, with this song, I felt I couldn’t really follow that approach — it needed to stay the way it was. The structure and flow were important to preserve the full energy and feel of the track.

With music production tools becoming increasingly accessible, what do you believe is the key to crafting a signature sound that instantly identifies as a “Sanj C” production?

I would say my sound has a wide variety because I’m genuinely into all kinds of music. While this project carries a specific UK Bhangra vibe, there’s a lot more to my music that explores different styles and influences beyond just this one sound. I like to keep things versatile and not limit myself to a single direction.  

But in terms of a “Sanj C signature sound,” I’d say I’m still in the process of finding and shaping that. I’m constantly experimenting and evolving, and each project is part of that journey of figuring out what truly defines my own sound.

Now that “Miss Punjaban” is officially available on all streaming platforms, what’s next for Sanj C Productions?

What’s new for Sanj C? I would say there are definitely more songs coming with Jelly Manjitpuri on the way for sure. Beyond that, you’re just going to have to wait and find out!

Are there any upcoming collaborations or larger projects in the works that you can share? 

I would like to work with new UK talent and Punjabi-based singers, so if anyone is interested, feel free to send me a DM on my Instagram page. I’m always open to hearing new voices and ideas and collaborating with fresh talent.  

At the same time, there are also certain established artists I would love to collaborate with on this journey, and I’m looking forward to exploring those opportunities as things progress.

A huge thank you to Sanj C for joining us, revealing the studio magic behind “Miss Punjaban,” and offering insights into the future of UK Bhangra. Don’t miss out on streaming “Miss Punjaban” on Spotify, Apple Music, or Gaana, and checking out the incredible music video featuring Dilpreet Dils on YouTube.  

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