The Split Up Soundtrack Season 1 (2026) Guide
Set in the vibrant city of Manchester, The Split Up follows the world of Kishan Law, an elite, British-Asian family-run divorce law firm. While navigating the chaotic, emotional, and wealthy world of high-end breakups, the family faces its own ultimate test when a devastating secret from the past resurfaces. This hidden truth threatens to shatter their professional reputation, tear the family dynamic apart, and force them to choose between corporate survival and personal loyalty.
Expanding the world of Abi Morgan’s acclaimed legal franchise into the north of England, The Split Up introduces viewers to Kishan Law, a high-stakes divorce practice operating in the heart of Manchester. Created and written by Ursula Rani Sarma, the six-part BBC One and BBC iPlayer drama focuses on the complex personal and professional lives of the British-Asian Kishan family. Ritu Arya stars as ambitious senior partner Aria Kishan, who finds her path to leading the firm complicated by an unexpected arrival and the resurfacing of a buried family secret. Alongside Sanjeev Bhaskar as firm patriarch Dhruv and Aysha Kala as Maya, the series balances bitter courtroom battles among the city's wealthy elite with the messy emotional realities inside the family home.
The soundtrack of The Split Up reflects Manchester’s modern, multicultural energy, weaving together contemporary British-Asian fusion, infectious retro pop, and soulful indie ballads. The series makes an immediate impression in the premiere with Joy Crookes’ brass-heavy neo-soul cut "Feet Don't Fail Me Now" alongside the traditional tones of Khwaab’s "Jamuna." Across subsequent episodes, the music shifts naturally from vintage UK chart-toppers, like Yazz classic "The Only Way Is Up" and Atomic Kitten’s early-2000s anthem "Whole Again", to atmospheric electronic cuts from Groove Armada and the raw blues-rock warmth of The Teskey Brothers.
Episode 1 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
Aria, a leading divorce lawyer, is poised to take the reins from her father when a shock announcement and the arrival of a former flame throw everything into question.
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Scene Context: Aria returns to Kishan Law following the resolution of the Prasad case.
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Jamuna (feat. Suhavi Kalsi & Himanshu Sharma)
Khwaab
Scene Context: Aria pauses to consider her wedding outfit and expresses her longing for her mother's presence.
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Bombay Bash
Martin Tang
Scene Context: Aria confronts Dhruv following a disagreement with Maya about making Neal a joint managing partner.
Episode 2 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
Following the events of the engagement party, Aria is struggling to reach out to Maya. But there is plenty on her plate already, with the ripple effects of Dhruv’s shock announcement causing a rift between her and Neal, and throwing obstacles in her path for the Kishan Law move.
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Scene Context: Ashok performs a karaoke song to celebrate Kav's exam success.
Episode 3 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
Aria makes a risky move for Kishan Law, and a tumultuous awards ceremony leaves her shocked to learn there is more to Dhruv and Zoya’s relationship than meets the eye.
Episode 4 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
A countryside trip sees Aria and Luke’s chemistry reach fever pitch, and Aria finally uncovers the truth Dhruv has been hiding. A new betrayal from Michael leaves Maya devastated.
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Calor
Nico Blaze
Scene Context: Aria and Neal's joint fox-themed party starts with guests cheering and praising Kav's setup.
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Glitterbox
Gresby Nash
Scene Context: Neal approaches Aria and informs her that Dhruv has requested him to work on the Kishan Law case with her.
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Hurricane
Scene Context: Aria discusses her feelings with Luke after Zoya discloses that Dhruv is her father.
Episode 5 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
Aria struggles to convince Dhruv to come clean as she grapples with guilt over her own betrayal. An urgent abduction case with a surprising client needs all hands on deck.
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Scene Context: Charvi Lanigan is summoned, followed by a guitar performance.
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Gameboy
Poppy Dames
Scene Context: Kav inquires of Ashok about the methods used to track a cheating footballer and requests assistance.
Episode 6 Songs (Sep 20, 2026)
The fate of Aria and Neal’s wedding day hangs in the balance as the Kishans navigate their new family dynamic. A final plea from Michael leaves Maya questioning her decision.
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Scene Context: Kav performs the song "Whole Again" during a karaoke session with Ashok, following a commitment to their relationship.
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Forever You and Me
Scene Context: Ginny proposes a partnership with Aria. Michael requests Maya to return home.
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Don't Give Up
Scene Context: After Luke announces his return to London, Neal requests to take Aria with him.
The Split Up Season 1 Trailer Songs
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The Split Up BBC trailer Music.
Throughout the season, music serves as an emotional pressure valve for the characters, with karaoke bars and late-night parties offering rare moments of release away from the courtroom. The contrast between high-society divorce negotiations and communal singalongs grounds the high-flying lawyers in relatable human vulnerability. Whether underscoring a tense standoff between partners over succession plans or capturing the lingering ache of a broken engagement, the episodic song placements mirror the fragile boundary between family loyalty and personal ambition.
Main Cast
- Ritu Arya Aria Kishan
- Sanjeev Bhaskar Dhruv Kishan
- Aysha Kala Maya Kishan
- Danny Ashok Neal
Official Trailer
Related Soundtracks
Complete Soundtrack List - All Songs Played in Every Episode
| Episode | Song Title | Artist |
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| E1 | Feet Don't Fail Me Now | Joy Crookes |
| E1 | Jamuna (feat. Suhavi Kalsi & Himanshu Sharma) | Khwaab |
| E1 | Bombay Bash | Martin Tang |
| E2 | The Only Way Is Up | Yazz |
| E4 | Calor | Nico Blaze |
| E4 | Glitterbox | Gresby Nash |
| E4 | Hurricane | Jasmine Jethwa |
| E5 | Pylons | Jasmine Jethwa |
| E5 | Gameboy | Poppy Dames |
| E6 | Whole Again | Atomic Kitten |
| E6 | Forever You and Me | The Teskey Brothers |
| E6 | Don't Give Up | Groove Armada |