You make a good point as well, about ARR's music in Shankar's films. For that matter even his recent KKS and Boyz did hit the crowd well. However, one should note that YashRaj,etc are from north. One of my north indian friend simply hated Shakalaka Baby from Nayak..and it went on to become a masterpiece of Bombay Dreams. So, it does appear that the taste of the north indian can differ quite a bit.
I guess, one might argue that Taal and Lagaan did do weel in north India. However, it does require a Subash Ghai or Ashutosh Gowariker to put out the best. And yet, as I pointed out earlier, and still do believe -- humming Kuch kuch hota hai is easier than Ishq Bina. I also find it quite interesting that some of the other ARR fans believe ARR should give music for YashRaj films, in order to have a hit. I pity that they don't understand the basic objective of ARR and his music. I believe ARR will always want to have the opportunity to experiment and try new things..and that's why rarely does his music follow a 'same path'. Many people mind find his music repetitive, but the only repetition is the constant change, IMHO! Now, when we consider YashRaj films -- they are the direct opposite idealogy! They have a formula - love story, rain songs, Switerland, SRK, emotion scenes, festivals (Karva chauth, Valentine's)..and they seem to be content with doing that, as long as its a hit. Their objective is a hit, not a masterpiece of excellence in art. While ARR's objective is NOT a hit, but a masterpiece! Do you think ARR would be able to give gems like Tehzeeb, TLOBS, Bose -- if the director's objective was just a commercial hit? Aah..well, if you think ARR should be working with directors like Sanjay Bhansali or Farah Akhtar -- that could definately make sense..as these directors try to achieve something beyond a 'formula' -- a Black or a Dil Chahta Hai/Lakshya. Well, enough of writing..and I just awaiting this Thursday for the release of RDB!!! (coincedently the initials of one of my other fav music director!!) -Ricky --- In [email protected], "Tapey3" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > "Let me put it this way -- Rahman is the king of music. However, his > music does not have the same 'hummability' and 'road' factor that can > get his music blasting on the Delhi's auto rickshaws and Agra's > chaiwalas. Before, you swear at me, let me clarify -- I love Rahman's > music. But, you've gotta admit -- for an average Indian -- its easier > to hum 'Kuch kuch hota hai' than 'ishq bina'." > > That is a good point, though look what ARR has done for Shankar's > films in the South. He's definitely reached the masses with tracks > like Azhagana Ratchasiye, Mukkala Muqabla, etc. But Shankar, for all > his faults, has much more imagination in his films and song situations > than the Chopras and Karan Johar. They'd probably be the weak link in > the creative chain. > > I too was wondering why YRF never used ARR instead of opting for > people like Jatin-Lalit, who produce catchy but mediocre music. > Chandralekha from Thiruda Thiruda (1993) still sounds fresh, but > listen to DDLJ or DTPH today and it sounds incredibly dated. > > SEL did elevate KHNH's music somewhat, but its nowhere near DCH or > Mission Kashmir. > ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Life without art & music? Keep the arts alive today at Network for Good! http://us.click.yahoo.com/rG9bLB/dnQLAA/n1hLAA/iyUplB/TM --------------------------------------------------------------------~-> Explore, Experience, Enjoy A.R.Rahman - The Man, The Music, The Magic. Only at arrahmanfans.com - The definitive A.R.Rahman e-community. Homepage: http://www.arrahmanfans.com Admin: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Subscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Yahoo! Groups Links <*> To visit your group on the web, go to: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/arrahmanfans/ <*> To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to: [EMAIL PROTECTED] <*> Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to: http://docs.yahoo.com/info/terms/
