Praise to the Creator
Afreen (Praise): The word "Afreen" is an exclamation of praise and wonder, often directed toward the Creator for making such a masterpiece. The song is a "Sarapa," a traditional form of Urdu/Persian poetry that describes the beloved from head to toe.
Natural & Artistic Metaphors: Javed Akhtar (the lyricist) uses high-art metaphors like the Ajanta caves (representing timeless, sculpted beauty) and "Raagini" (classical musical modes) to elevate the physical description into something spiritual and grand.
Dual Nature of Beauty: Throughout the song, the beloved’s features are described as possessing dual powers. Her eyes are not just eyes; they are modesty one moment and punishment the next. Her hair is both a "calamity" and a "song." This represents the overwhelming and unpredictable power of love.
The Dream and Realization: The poet describes the face as both the "dream" and the "interpretation" (Taabeer). In Sufi thought, the physical beauty of the beloved is often seen as a shadow or a reflection of Divine beauty, making the act of looking at the beloved an act of contemplating the Divine.