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Malathy Sunderam |
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Starring
Rajinikanth, Nayanthara and Meena, with a host of regional
actors, this bilingual (in Tamil and Telugu) blockbuster
is adapted from the Malayalam movie Kadha Parayumbol.
In his own inimitable style, Rajini essays the guest
role Mammootty made famous in the recent Malayalam hit.
And Rajini being Rajini, has more than a cameo role
here.
The audio rights were bagged by Big Music for a never-heard- |
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of-before 2.25 crores. This seems to have raised a lot of
expectations among listeners. The soundtrack was released
in a glittering function on 30th June.
A live performance of the songs is also being planned by
Big Music. Two numbers from the album sing Rajini’s
praise unreservedly, and also list his movies. Another touchingly
commemorates the 75th anniversary of Tamil Cinema itself,
in Vaali’s lyrics! G.V.Prakash, the composer, shows
good promise.
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Cinema,
Cinema
Vocals: Shankar Mahadevan & chorus,
Lyrics: Vaali
A majestic instrumental opening: Speaks of the way
cinema gives form and shape to long forgotten names
and figures ,like Karnan, Kattabomman etc; (why, even
God, for that matter) and enriches our imagination.
Vaali fondly recalls the employment generated for
scores of people by way of group dancing and extras.
And the kind of co operation that goes into bringing
out a movie. The song also happily revels in the fame
achieved by the Superstar, cutting across all layers
of society! ‘Super staarum sooriyanum dhaan
ulagam suttri’ is an impish line, truly! Seems
to be based on Natabhairavi scale with the phrase’
paa saa nee dha’ employed attractively. Violins
are very pleasingly used. A fitting tribute to the
industry in Shankar Mahadevan’s passionate voice.
Strong rhythms seem to cut into the smooth flow of
the lyric.
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Sollamma, Sollamma
Vocals: Hariharan, Sujatha, Ranjani,
Pooja, Lyrics: P.Vijay
A pleasant surprise of a song, with lovely use of
Pahadi strains. Paints a picture of happiness and
love in the midst of gentle poverty. Wherever ghatam
and flute combine, it is sheer delight! Mandolin and
guitar also make their combined presence felt. Sujatha
sings with feeling and a lot of polish. Hariharan
is as sweet as ever, and the younger voices have been
blended well, too. You need time to relish the intricate
musical phrases scattered throughout this piece and
the lyric itself. Could be a hit soon
Om Zaarere
Vocals: Daler Mehndi, Chitra, Sadhana
Sargam, Lyrics: Vaali
A collection of Rajini movie titles have been strung
together in this
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song. The instrumental interludes have been programmed with
Rajini’s unique walking style in mind, is what one
feels! Who sings this on screen remains to be seen. Daler
Mehndi sings with josh and of course a ‘northie’
pronounciation. The constant refrain’ om zaarere’
is quite catchy. Chitra and Sadhana Sargam combine effortlessly.
The jandai vaadhyam at the end flows smoothly along with
the typical Punjabi beat of the song.
Chaaral
Vocals: Shreya Ghosal & chorus,
Lyrics: Dr.Kridhaya
A young woman’s ecstatic response to falling rain
is what this song is all about. All the rain related sounds,
like the’ plop’ of water, croaking of frogs
have been blended in. The take-off’ sagamapamaaga’
is very lilting. Shreya delights with her spontaneity. Guitar
and violin too sound very soothing with a base of Gambhira
nattai for this song. The lyrics are just about smooth.
Could have been better.
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Perinba
Vocals: Kailash Kher, V.V.Prasanna,
Lyrics: Yugabarathy
A real hip-shaking, foot-tapping number which establishes
the ‘Rahmanesque’ pedigree of G.V.Prakash.
The song has a sufi-song rhythm to it which lingers
on in your mind long after you’ve heard it. Appears
to be based on Sindubhairavi, at least the song! The
rhythm alone (Chatusra laghu) carries the song through
and the other instruments are incidental. High pitched
and low pitched renderings alternate. This song is another
ode to Rajini and sings about his universal appeal .Could
make it to the charts too.
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Verdict:
G.V.Prakash has a natural talent for music composition. Being
young (only 22) he seems to be naturally disposed towards
strong rhythms over melodies, though he could have given what
the film itself demanded here. One affectionately hopes that
this young lad delight us with many more memorable songs in
the years to come. A dedicated attempt from this young man!
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