Audio Review : Rehman striking the perfect chord
Director: Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra Cast: Aamir Khan, Madhavan, Atul Kulkarni, Waheeda Rehman, Om Puri, Anupam Kher, Kirron Kher, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kapoor, Soha Ali Khan Music: A.R.Rehman The title of the film might give an implication of being of the periodic kind, but the truth is that Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra's `Rang De Basanti' is very much a contemporary film. This is the second film of Rakeysh who had formerly directed `Aks'. Playing the lead is Aamir Khan and his fans who had been disappointed with his last release `Mangal Pandey-The Rising' are looking for a different Aamir in this film. Others in the cast include Madhavan, Atul Kulkarni, Waheeda Rehman, Om Puri, Anupam Kher, Kirron Kher, Sharman Joshi, Kunal Kapoor and Soha Ali Khan. After `Lagaan' and `Mangal Pandey', A.R.Rehman composes music for yet another Aamir Khan film. Prasoon Joshi has penned the lyrics. The album begins with a petite number `Ik Onkar'. Sounding more devotional the song is crooned by Harshdeep Kaur. Though it's small and short it gives a very good beginning to the soundtrack. The title song `Rang De Basanti' comes up next with a bang. With a bang we say, because he hear the king of bhangra Daler Mehendi behind the mike to do the crooning. The mood transforms into celebration as the high charged song sets in, and Daler leaves no efforts to make the song a rocking one. Chitra does her part, nothing much to talk about. Another smashing track for which Rehman will be remembered for long. A true A.R.Rehman trademark track come up next with `Paathshala'. The song has the essence of friendship and party and gives a hint to the youthful theme in the film. Debutante Naresh Iyer and Mohamed Aslam lend their vocals for the song. Good pace, foot tapping music and the western feel makes this song awesome. There is another version of the song `Paathshala Be A Rebel', with Blaaze coming in to join the two singers. Melody sets in with `Tu Bin Bataye' that gives yet again a good impression of A.R.Rehman with such kinds of numbers. Madhushree who has delivered great numbers like `Kabhi Neem Neem,' and `Hum Hain Is Pal' delivers another astounding song. The simplicity in melody and note works to the credit of the track. Prasoon Joshi does a wonderful job with the words. Naresh Iyer plays a cameo doing a small part of the number. This is one of the wonderful songs heard in a long time! Working on variety, there comes `Khalbali' on the tune of Arabian music. Three male singers A R Rahman, Mohamed Aslam and Nacim do the crooning. Don't jump at any conclusion hearing the song at the first instance. Let it grow on you. The nuances of the orchestra and the magic of Rehman will make its impact felt. `Khoon Chala' is a slow and situational number rendered by Mohit Chauhan. Who? The guy from the band Silk Route who enthralled you, spellbind once again with this number. With a good mix of melody and pop feel, this is another song that should work to the credit of the album. Great Lata Mangsehskar and versatile Rehman come together to render a very beautiful song about a mother's appeal wanting her son back called `Luka Chupi'. A superb and somber track with simple music makes for an enchanting go. Prasoon Joshi's lyrics is the strength of the next track `Lalkaar'. Recited by Aamir Khan, this is a track with patriotic flavor and looks more situational. The album comes to a close with `Rubaroo'. A R Rahman and Naresh Iyer do the singing for this number. With a good rhythm, pop style decorated with some good lyrics, this is another creditable song of the album. Though the number is absolutely situational, Rehman has given some special touch to make it sound appealing to the youth. `Rang De Basanti' might prove to be the album that can regain Rehman's lost glory in Bollywood music. The music has the ingredients that appeals, will be adored by the youths and also works according to the theme of the film. The music definitely works positive! © Copyright 2005 by MusicIndiaOnLine.com ------------------------ Yahoo! Groups Sponsor --------------------~--> Know an art & music fan? Make a donation in their honor this holiday season! http://us.click.yahoo.com/VwqHaC/.VHMAA/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/
