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 The much awaited music of Om Shanti Om finally arrives on stands this weekend. An exclusive preview for the film's soundtrack. Read on to know more about what the album has to offer. Expectations. Expectations. And some more expectations. This is how one looks forward to the music of Om Shanti Om from which one expects nothing but the best. And why not? After all: a) This is the biggest ever film starring Shahrukh Khan b) This is the second directorial venture for Farah Khan who made a smashing debut with Main Hoon Naa c) The film has created huge buzz accompanied by immense hype ever since it was launched d) Vishal-Shekhar and Javed Akhtar saab are expected to bring on table a massy popular score e) Last but not the least, the film travels decades which makes one look forward to variety in the soundtrack. Are these expectations met? Well, very much as each of the seven unique tracks bring on a variety that makes Om Shanti Om a winner all the way. It is a truly unconventional beginning to Om Shanti Om as instead of an expected 'Beat-one-Beat-two' beginning from Vishal-Shekhar, one gets to hear a rather serene 'Aankhon Mein Teri' which turns out to be an extremely soulful hear. On hearing it initially, it is the sheer 'different' factor due to which it takes some time to follow the composition. But once you have heard it closely with lights switched off and no interference around you, 'Aankhon Mein Teri' turns out to be an irresistible piece of melody that lingers on for hours. There are number of factors which go in making 'Aankhon Mein' a song that would be remembered for time to come. First and foremost it is the re-discovery of Vishal-Shekhar who create an unconventional tune that breaks the norms which they had themselves set for them. Furthermore, Vishal himself writes lyrics for this track which turns out to be a unique experience since it shows the sensitive romantic side of him. But the biggest of all is K.K. who showcases once again that he is THE most versatile singer who we have in the Bollywood musical scene today! Well, those who love the dance numbers coming from Vishal-Shekhar don't have to wait for long with the arrival of 'Dard-E-Disco'. This is the very track which is much talked about for Shahrukh Khan's 'perfect-six-abs' and unlike 'Aankhon Mein' which grows immensely only after a few hearings, it is an instant hit from the GO. Reminding of the style, rhythm and the funk of 'Kaal Dhamaal' [Kaal], 'Dard E Disco' is a 'jump-on-the-dance-floor' number which has a Persian touch to it even as overall feel of the song stays on to be Western. From the title of the song, one would have expected 'Dard-E-Disco' to belong to the 80s era with a Mithun hangover it but that's not the case as the song turns out to be pretty contemporary. Sukhwinder Singh is in his full elements for this track that has some spicy writing by Javed Akhtar saab. Marianne, Nisha and Caralisa come together for backup vocals who give the song a perfect disco feel. Later in the album arrives the 'remix version' which makes for a justified presence due to the song's theme and keeps the entertainment alive. One would have expected the graph of the album to at maximum stay steady after 'Aankhon Mine' and 'Dard-E-Disco' but to one's pleasant surprise, it shoots up amazingly with 'Deewangi Deewangi' which hooks you on within first one minute itself. A sure shot chartbuster which could well have been the opening number for the film's promotion, 'Deewangi Deewangi' is what qualifies as a trademark number which could have been lapped up by Yash Raj Films or Dharma Productions. Coming together of Shaan, Udit Narayan, Shreya Ghoshal, Sunidhi Chauhan and Rahul Saxena (heard in Indian Idol) ensures that there is not a single dull moment in this instant-attention-grabbing track. Boasting of the innocence in melody that was witnessed in the 70s and now presented in the 21st century 'avtar' with a fusion of 'qawalli', 'bhangra' and western arrangements, 'Deewangi Deewangi' that also incorporates the sound of Om Shanti Om would definitely lit up the screen when it is played. It's ' Rainbow Mix' only confirms the thought as it helps in consolidating the sound of the song. If you have ever been in love, you wouldn't have missed out the dancing-couple-on-a-glass-floor gift item that has a sweet sounding tinkling sound which compliments their moves! This is the sound that marks the beginning of 'Main Agar Kahoon' which reminds one of the 60s era when songs like these were in vogue. Picturised on the likes of Rajendra Kumar and Shammi Kapoor, they were mostly sung by Late Mohd. Rafi. This is the very reason why Sonu Nigam has been roped in to croon 'Main Agar Kahoon' which required the kind of rendition which would succeed in getting you nostalgic about the music of the era gone by. With Shreya Ghoshal in tow who is just the right fit for a song belonging to this genre, 'Main Agar Kahoon' gives a completely different flavor to the album by bringing some 'thehrav' to it after a rocking outing experienced in last few songs. Names like Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Richa Sharma are good enough reasons to expect a quality offering from Vishal-Shekhar in the song 'Jag Soona Soona Lage'. Written by guest lyricist Kumaar, this painful yet mellow track about separation has it's beginning borrowed from the opening sound of 'Main Agar Kahoon'. Both the singers are highly competent in this beautifully written number that shows an altogether different facet of the composer-duo. A track which has a thorough Indian base to it and makes for a passionate outing, expect it to make multiple appearance during the film's narrative. It's time for the world of 'Tohfa Tohfa Tohfa' [Tohfa] as 'dhols' and 'ghunghroos' come together in unison to create the sound of late 70s and early 80s. With a Lakshmikant-Pyayelal patent all over 'Dhoom Taana', it is only consolidated further as Shreya Ghoshal sings the song in a style that was made famous by yesteryear singer S. Janaki in Jeetendra-Sridevi-Jaya Pradha films. Roping in of Abhijeet too seems to be done with a purpose since it only brings the nostalgia of Kishore Kumar in spite of no conscious effort by the singer to do so. All through this vintage song, the 'dhol' beats accompanied by the chorus of 'Dhoom Taana' is hard to be missed though there is a shift in mood mid-way with rock-n-roll. Just recently there was news around Deepika Padukone shaking a leg with Sunil Dutt, Jeetendra and Rajesh Khanna, courtesy SFX. Well, 'Dhoom Taana' seems to be just the candidate for that setting! A winner which should definitely have the house on fire as it unfolds on the big screen. Especially watch out for the crescendo towards the song's end. Finally comes a track which seems to be set in accordance to the reincarnation theme of the film. Set as a tribute to 'Ek Haseena Thi Ek Deewana Tha' [Karz] with even the lyrics taking a cue from the classic track by Lakshmikant-Pyarelal, 'Dastaan-E-Om Shanti Om' is set in exactly the same story telling mode. The styling of this Shaan rendered track follows the same mode as one expects a high voltage dramatic narration when the song is on. High on orchestra, 'Dastaan-E-Om Shanti Om' is an elaborate number which has a lot to convey through it's lyrics by Javed Akhtar saab. With its 'mukhda' based on the film's theme music, the song makes an appearance again towards the end of the album. In it's 'remix version' as 'Dastaan - The Dark Side Mix', it is pepped up further with additional arrangements. Another remix track which takes the album towards its completion is 'Om Shanti Om - Medley Mix' which basically is an amalgamation of all the tracks from the film presented in a 'club-mix' avtar. A good way to wind up the album. Finally comes a minute long theme piece which is titled 'Om Shanti Om - Themes'. Played on a piano, it leaves a lasting impact even as one can revisit the sound in at least half the tracks in the album. Credit must go to Farah Khan who mixes the commercial elements of the movie with an inherent class which she wanted to lay out in the soundtrack for Om Shanti Om This is why a fine balancing act is done in the album with hardcore massy tracks like 'Deewangi Deewangi' [best of the lot], 'Dhoom Taana' and 'Dard-E-Disco' presented along with touching tracks like 'Aankhon Mein Teri', 'Main Agar Kahoon' and 'Jag Soona Soona Lage'. And then there is always a 'Dastaan-E-Om Shanti Om' to bring the nostalgia of 'Ek Haseena Thi' [Karz']. Om Shanti Om is easily one of the most complete scores by Vishal-Shekhar and Javed Akhtar. Related StoriesT-Series-plans-aggressive-marketing-for-Om-Shanti-Om  The music industry is certainly on a high note in Bollywood. Increasing numbers of large films have been announced and one of the biggest and most awaited films of 2007 is Shah Rukh Khan's home production, Om Shanti Om. It was recently reported that T-Series had acquired the rights to the music. Now comes the big question on the terms of the deal. We have learned through reliable sources and an insider was overheard saying, "It's true that T-Series has acquired the audio rights for Om Shanti Om. The deal has happened at a more SRK-bares-it-all,-strikes-a-pose-for-a-magazine  King Khan is an old term. Now Shahrukh Khan is better known as the six-pack Khan. 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Ten big projects are in the pipeline and P Chidambaram was very impressed with the work being done by the state government for wooing FDI. &nbs more A-Romantic-Family-Flick--Indian-Beauty-  Shanti Kumar Chilumula's previous Production 'Akkada America – Ikkada India' is presently busy with his latest Film 'INDIAN BEAUTY' on Trinity International Entertainment Banner and has completed the shooting and the dubbing work is fast progressing. This cinema is a romantic family drama and the story evolves around the foreign settlers and the diminishing Indian relationship and values said the Director. Sailaja Rao & Collin Mcghee are the lead pair and the Directors are glad for bringing a good family entertainer. The film will more PJR-not-invited-for-meet-on-Bonalu  P Janardhan Reddy continues to be sidelined by the CM as well as the police top brass. A review meeting of the police department and other wings of the government was held on Monday to review the arrangements for the Bonalu festival (Aashaada Jatara), which is the biggest festival in Telangana. P Janardhan Reddy being the local legislator feels that he was insulted deliberately and the higher-ups were involved in this. He also criticized the government for not releasing any grant to Khairatabad for conducting the festiva more PRP-foundation-weak-–-Chiru  The PRP chief Chiranjeevi is now through with the review meetings of the party. He conducted review meetings with the party candidates and covered all the districts in Andhra and Rayalaseema. The main point raised by the party candidates was that the party’s organizational structure was very weak. Chiranjeevi agreed with their observation and promised to strengthen the party’s foundation from now on. He asked the party leaders to work hard at the grass roots and prepare for the Panchayat elections t more Rahman-faces-the-music! Considering that most filmmakers would give an arm and a leg to work with A R Rahman, it’s something of a shocker to know that King Khan has replaced him with Vishal-Shekhar (Bluffmaster!, Dus) for his upcoming project. The film in question is Farah Khan’s Om Shanti Om, which is being produced by SRK’s banner, Red Chillies Entertainment. SRK had a problem The grapevine goes that the deal was scrapped for two reasons. Firstly, Shah Rukh didn’t like the tunes that Rahman had composed. Secondly, Rahman demanded a huge amount as his fee, which Farah refused to pay. When contacted, Rahman says that he is indeed out of Om Shanti Om, but denies that SRK had problems with his compositions (they’ve earlier worked tog more The-reason-for-the-success-of-Om-Shanti-Om  The reason for the success of Om Shanti Om lies with superstar Shah Rukh Khan 's shirtless song-and-dance sequence. This is the reason that the film’s director Farah Khan gives while riding high on the success of ‘Om Shanti Om’. ‘Om Shanti Om’, a film on reincarnation, had a tough battle to overcome for box-office supremacy as it was sharing its releasing date with Saawariya by Sanjay Leela Bhansali . But three days after its release, analysts said that ‘Om Shanti Om’ had edged past ‘Saawariya’.more Himesh-replaces-original-compositions-in-Karzzz  Himesh Reshammiya has decided to do away with the entire music score of Subhash Ghai's Karz and substitute it with swanky new compositions in his version of the film titled Karzzz. Though Reshammiya remains tight-lipped, Satish Kaushik, who is directing the film, is more forthcoming. Kaushik told IANS: "We did plan to include some songs from Ghai's Karz by Laxmikant-Pyarelalji. But then things started changing once we started shooting. "The original Karz doesn't have a title more Shakira-for-Om-Shanti-Om  Farah Khan is in New York on a plum assignment. As we had informed you, Farah is in New York to choreograph Shakira for her song Hips Don’t Lie. Shakira’s Indianised performance at an MTV concert is set to be a huge hit and that’s not all. Farah and Shakira are reported to have bonded big time and the buzz is that Farah might ask Shakira to perform a song for her second directorial venture – Om Shanti Om with Shahrukh Khan in the lead that begins towards the end of this year. Yash Raj Films hit a jackpot with Tata Young’s version of more |
