Music Review: Yuvvraaj Music Critic: Goher Iqbal Punn Producer-Director: Sughash Ghai Cast: Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Zayed Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, Boman Irani to Katrina Kaif Music: A R Rahman Lyrics: Gulzar
The showman of Bollywood Subhash Ghai comes up with his latest venture, `Yuvvraaj'. Starring the big Bollywood brigade from Anil Kapoor, Salman Khan, Zayed Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, Boman Irani to Katrina Kaif in the lead; the movie has Mr. Ghai doing various jobs for the film. Yes, he not only does the direction, but also produces and writes the flick. The movie is expected to be a big hit. Lets wait for the release, if it fulfills the expectations. But one thing is certain that the music of Ghai's films always does wonderful and adored hugely amongst the music buffs. The compositions of his projects are hummable that everyone likes to hum it around. The music conscious filmmaker, Subhash Ghai gives special treatment to his film's album, which is why whether his films succeed at the box office or not, but the music does hit the jackpot. The poetic genius- filmmaker-littérateur-writer Gulzar Sahib has been roped in to dash off the lyrics for this soundtrack. Ghai's hot favourite music composer AR Rahman scores the tunes. The combination of the virtuoso of music Rahman and the lyrics genius Gulzar will definitely bring some magical pieces to enjoy with. The promos have started to show on the channels and undoubtedly they raise the sprits. 1): Main Hoon Yuvvraaj (Salman Khan) The opening is wonderful. It is laced with the Beethoven's Fifth Symphony (performed competently by the Chennai String Orchestra). Salman sings with perfection and you love to hear his baritone voice. The lyrics by Gulzar are great. So is the composition by Rahman. Go for it. Rating: 8.5/10 2): Tu Meri Dost Hai (AR Rahman, Benny and Shreya Ghoshal) The music maestro AR Rahman comes up to rnder this track. His singing is as usual melodious and catchy. Benny, the new find on msic scene, who impressed in `Jaane Tu Yah', attracts the ears. Shreya is fantastic. The musical arrangements are min boggling. The guitar strings arrest the breath. Gulzar's lyrics are classy. The composition by Rahman is a thing to rave about. Rating: 8/10 3): Shano Shano (Sonu Nigam, Srinivas, Karthik, Timmy, Sunaina, Vivienne Pocha and Tina) Next to come is `Shano Shano'. Sung by Sonu Nigam, Srinivas, Karthik, Timmy, Sunaina, Vivienne Pocha and Tina, the track shows how brilliant they all are in their renditions. This is without any doubt a dance number. And once it starts playing, your feet begin to tap automatically. Lyrics and music are superb. Rating: 8/10 4): Shano Shano (Sonu Nigam, Srinivas, Karthik, Timmy, Sunaina, Vivienne Pocha and Tina) – Remix The remix version arranged by Krishna Chetan is a melodious treat to hear. Rating: 7/10 5): Tu Muskara (Alka Yagnik and Javed Ali) Now, get ready to listen a love ballad rendered by Alka Yagnik and Javed Ali. Alka appears with her spongy voice and the singer who injects sugar in your ears in the song, `Kehnay Ko Jashn-e-Baharan', Javed Ali oozes out with brilliance here too. Gluazr Ji impresses with the pen and Rahman shows his intelligence with the music. Guitar with this track also depicts the sugary effects. Rating: 8/10 6): Mastam Mastam (Sonu Nigam, Alka Yagnik, Naresh and Benny)`Mastam Mastam' features Sonu Nigam, Alka Yagnik, Naresh and Benny to warble the lines. It's time to put your dancing shows once again, as Rahman brings his trademark rollicking style of composition for you. So just rock with the vocalists and the music genius. All the singers register impacts but Sonu and Alka seem perfectly in their elements. Gulzar Sahib presents creative job and Rahman sends chill through the bodies. Rating: 8.5/10 7): Zindagi (Srinivas) The following track is philosophical and stars Srinivas to croon it. His magical voice is a class to be with. The use of harmonica and woodwinds soothe the souls. The philosophical lyrics by the creative genius Gulzar impress you from tip to toe. Music by Rahman is pleasant. Press the repeat button to have the joys. Rating: 9/10 8): Dil Ka Rishta (A R Rahman, Sonu Nigam and Roop Kumar) The song begins with the sounds of low key piano followed by drumming and you instantly like to hear it completely. The track enjoys a fusion of styles, Indian, and western classical, instrumental and vocal, with Rahman doing a bit of voice percussion as well. Sonu and Roop does jutice with their parts as well. Rating: 7.5/10 9): Manmohini Moery (Vijay Prakash) The album ends up with, `Manmohini Moorey'. Vijay Prakash shows his vocal quality utterly. This number appears to be a traditional Indian classical `mukhra' which Rahman blends with electronic beats. Rating: 8/10 Conclusion: The grand project by the showman is undoubtedly being awaited hugely. The combination of Subhash Ghai, Gulzar and A R Rahman in this soundtrack of `Yuvvraaj' will certainly bring mammoth business from the music stands. A classy album in every sense of the word. Overall Rating: 8.5/10 http://www.radiosargam.com/films/archives/18755/music-review- yuvvraaj.html
