Every year, YouTube’s like counts reveal something view counts can’t: which songs truly resonated with audiences, not just which ones got the most clicks. Here’s a look at the most liked Indian songs of 2026, from Punjabi chart-toppers to Tamil and Telugu breakouts.
| Rank | Song | Artist | Likes | Watch |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bairan (Animated Love Story) | Banjaare | 2.24M |  ► |
| 2 | Eyes On Me | Sidhu Moose Wala ft. The Kidd | 1.90M |  ► |
| 3 | Aaya Sher | The Paradise ft. Nani | 1.79M |  ► |
| 4 | Dil Lagana Mana Tha | Krish & Kishore Mondal | 1.72M |  ► |
| 5 | Ghar Kab Aaoge | Border 2 ft. Sunny Deol | 1.40M |  ► |
| 6 | Sheesha | Mitta Ror ft. Swara Verma | 1.31M |  ► |
| 7 | Pavazha Malli | Kayadu ft. Shruti Haasan | 1.28M |  ► |
| 8 | Jaiye Sajana | Dhurandhar The Revenge | 1.22M |  ► |
| 9 | Not Guilty | Dhanda Nyoliwala | 1.01M |  ► |
| 10 | Mutta Kalakki | Youth ft. Ken Karunaas | 947K |  ► |
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Top 10 Ranked by YouTube Likes 2026
If you’re searching for the most liked Indian songs 2026 has produced so far, you’re in the right place. From devotional anthems to Punjabi bangers and Tamil lyrical drops, this year has already delivered a genuinely mixed bag of chart-toppers. Here’s a look at the ten most liked Indian songs of 2026, based on official YouTube like count
Below, you’ll find a quick summary of the standout patterns in this year’s rankings, along with answers to the questions readers ask most often about how the most liked Indian songs 2026 list is compiled and updated.
Quick Takeaways
- Bairan tops the most liked Indian songs 2026 chart with over 2.2 million likes, leading a field where Punjabi and animated-story music videos are performing especially well.
- Sidhu Moose Wala’s posthumous releases continue to draw massive engagement, with Eyes On Me landing at number 2 on the list.
- South Indian cinema is well represented in the most liked Indian songs 2026 rankings, with entries from Tamil, Telugu, and Kannada-adjacent releases spread across the top 10.
- Like counts and view counts don’t always move together. A song can rank high on the most liked Indian songs 2026 list even without topping the views chart, which is part of what makes a likes-based ranking worth following separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which song is ranked #1 among the most liked Indian songs of 2026?
Bairan (Animated Love Story)” by Banjaare tops the list, with roughly 2.24 million likes on its official YouTube video, released February 13, 2026.
How is “most liked” measured?
Ranking is based on the official YouTube like count for each song’s music video — not views, streams, or comments.
What genres/languages made the top 10?
A mix — Punjabi (Sidhu Moose Wala’s “Eyes On Me,” Mitta Ror’s “Sheesha”), Bollywood/Hindi film tracks (“Aaya Sher” from The Paradise, “Ghar Kab Aaoge” from Border 2, “Jaiye Sajana” from Dhurandhar The Revenge), regional-language film songs (“Pavazha Malli” and “Mutta Kalakki” from Tamil cinema), and independent releases (“Dil Lagana Mana Tha,” “Not Guilty”).
Who are the top 3 songs and artists?
1. Bairan (Animated Love Story)” – Banjaare
2. Eyes On Me” – Sidhu Moose Wala ft. The Kidd
3. Aaya Sher” – The Paradise ft. Nani (music by Anirudh Ravichander)
Are these all songs released in 2026, or older songs still gaining likes?
All ten were released in 2026 (January through April), so this reflects new releases, not older catalog songs.
How often is this ranking updated?
Like counts change daily, so this is a point-in-time snapshot, not a live counter.
Does a high like count mean the song is the most popular overall?
Not necessarily — a song could have huge views but a lower like-to-view ratio, or vice versa. Likes are one signal among several.
Can I watch the songs directly from this list?
Yes. Each entry in the most liked Indian songs 2026 roundup links to the official YouTube upload, so you can click through and watch the video directly on YouTube.
Curious how this list compares when ranked by pure reach instead of engagement? Check out 2026’s Most Viewed Indian Songs for the views-based top 15.
