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The story behind the collaboration between and Aca Lukas on the 2017 hit "Bankina" is one of artistic chemistry and a turbulent public friendship. Written by the legendary lyricist Marina Tucaković and composed by Bojan Vasić , the song explores a volatile, high-stakes relationship. The Narrative of the Song
The track was released on June 28, 2017 , and quickly became a fan favorite, amassing over 32 million views on YouTube. It was famously performed live during the finale of the popular music competition Zvezde Granda . Jelena KarleuЕЎa X Aca Lukas | BANKINA | LYRICS VIDEO |
In late 2025, reports surfaced that the two stars had finally reconciled after a decade-long rift, resulting in the "Bankina" music video being restored to Karleuša's official channel. The story behind the collaboration between and Aca
For years, Karleuša and Lukas were close friends and colleagues, often appearing together as judges on talent shows. However, their relationship famously soured, leading to the song's temporary removal from official channels during their periods of conflict. It was famously performed live during the finale
Experience the high-energy live performance of 'Bankina' from its 2017 premiere:
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