Tuesday, April 27, 2010
Raavana (Tamil) audio release
Raavana the tamil version of ace director manirathnam's Raavan music is likely to be released on April 30. Telugu version may also be released on the same day.
Rahman's Interview on JAI HO concert
n June, the music maestro will embark on his 'Jai Ho' tour across the US. Rahman says he may be doing more "Hollywood stuff" but he intends to keep up his Bollywood commitments of one or two films a year. The singer-composer, who is the only Indian to win two Oscars, a Golden Globe and two Grammys for his music in Danny Boyle's 'Slumdog Millionaire' , says his concert is an extension of his philosophy.
"A lot of things have changed and I got a place here to work. I have a contract with Interscope Records...all these things are time demanding to fulfill so my time is divided almost half between India and here," Rahman told reporters. The 44-year-old musician, however, believes that since India has always embraced foreign cultures, they deserve a stage in the West.
"I wanted to do this concert for many reasons. In the beginning my intention was to extend the boundaries of what I was doing for music so we could do greater things. It probably is an extension of my philosophy," Rahman said.
"After my success I even feel stronger to do this stuff to make a bridge for other people to come and if one person succeeds then a lot of other people come," he added. Rahman is presently working with artistes like Usher, Nicole Scherzinger and Dido. Working abroad has made him realise that there is enough space for the two big film industries to produce work on the same platform.
"I don't know whether it is right or wrong but what is good is people recognising the potential of movies in India and are being more adventurous, " he said. "We don't need acknowledgment from anybody but it's good to have it." Rahman also dismisses the lingering criticism that it took a foreign film 'Slumdog Millionaire' , for an Indian to win the Oscar and then a Grammy.
"As long as it got recognised I don't bother about all this. It was such a small movie and became such a big hit, this is a blessing." Rahman has joined hands with Hollywood's creative director Amy Tinkham for his new concert in 14 cities across North America.
Tinkham, who has worked for pop-music icons, including Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys and Mariah Carey, says the concert will be a mix of Indian tradition and modernism. "The concert will keep in intact the heritage and traditions of India with a new modern presentation. The show will feature changing sets, large images on LED screens and a spectacular cast of musicians and dancers from across the globe," Tinkham said.
The high-tech, larger-than- life show may be completely opposite of his shy persona but the musician says it goes with the music. "The music is exuberant and it won't do justice to the music to lock it into a room...If you go to a Beyonce concert it's mostly about her but in this it's the music that is the hero."
"A lot of things have changed and I got a place here to work. I have a contract with Interscope Records...all these things are time demanding to fulfill so my time is divided almost half between India and here," Rahman told reporters. The 44-year-old musician, however, believes that since India has always embraced foreign cultures, they deserve a stage in the West.
"I wanted to do this concert for many reasons. In the beginning my intention was to extend the boundaries of what I was doing for music so we could do greater things. It probably is an extension of my philosophy," Rahman said.
"After my success I even feel stronger to do this stuff to make a bridge for other people to come and if one person succeeds then a lot of other people come," he added. Rahman is presently working with artistes like Usher, Nicole Scherzinger and Dido. Working abroad has made him realise that there is enough space for the two big film industries to produce work on the same platform.
"I don't know whether it is right or wrong but what is good is people recognising the potential of movies in India and are being more adventurous, " he said. "We don't need acknowledgment from anybody but it's good to have it." Rahman also dismisses the lingering criticism that it took a foreign film 'Slumdog Millionaire' , for an Indian to win the Oscar and then a Grammy.
"As long as it got recognised I don't bother about all this. It was such a small movie and became such a big hit, this is a blessing." Rahman has joined hands with Hollywood's creative director Amy Tinkham for his new concert in 14 cities across North America.
Tinkham, who has worked for pop-music icons, including Britney Spears, the Backstreet Boys and Mariah Carey, says the concert will be a mix of Indian tradition and modernism. "The concert will keep in intact the heritage and traditions of India with a new modern presentation. The show will feature changing sets, large images on LED screens and a spectacular cast of musicians and dancers from across the globe," Tinkham said.
The high-tech, larger-than- life show may be completely opposite of his shy persona but the musician says it goes with the music. "The music is exuberant and it won't do justice to the music to lock it into a room...If you go to a Beyonce concert it's mostly about her but in this it's the music that is the hero."
Raavan Music- Filmfare review
Director: AR Rahman
T Series
Rs 160
Raavan scores from the word go. Beera beera, the opening song, seems to be the introductory song to Abhishek Bachchan’s character. It reminds you of Omkara’s title song, which described Ajay Devgn’s character. Gulzar incidentally has penned both. Let me add here that Gulzar has outdone himself with his word wizardry. Be it the chant-like Beera, the prayer-like Khilli re, the Sufisesque Ranjha ranjha, the rhythmic Thok de killi or the love ballad Behne de (the most poetic of the lot) – Gulzar saab has moulded his words to fit every situation, they are young and vibrant and show no signs of ageing.
The same can be said of Rahman’s orchestration too. Every song is different. They follow different voice and sound patterns. Let’s take Behne de for instance. The song symbolises the ebb and flow of love and Rahman’s music too does the same. It’s as if you are suspended on the crest of a wave and can experience the nuances of the river.
In contrast, Beera has a haunting melody. Drums and human voices are used to bring out an almost tribal chant. African and calypso influences are employed to bring out voodoo like effect. Hats off to Kirti Sagathia and Vijay Prakash for singing this so effectively.
Contrast this with the Sukhwinder Singhj number, Thok de killi, whose opening bars remind you of Thodi si dhoop from Rang De Basanti. Sukhi has sung it with a lot of fun, with verve, he’s not gone overtly high pitched but has sung it in a much mellower tone. Guitar, drums and even the mridangam are used to create a constant rhythm.
Ranjha ranjha’s opening reminds you of the Akhiyan milaoon (Raja) beat but then Rahman goes crazy and adds an Arabic twist to it which takes it to another level. Rekha Bhardwaj is awesome and so is Javed Ali in the rendition.
Now we come to Khilli re, my personal favourite. This is Rahman of Roja, of temple bell chants, of ghatam and ghungroo sounds. This is a situational suhag raat song, sung superbly by new singer Reena Bhardwaj. Rahman has used sitar, tabla and flute to make inroads into Naushad-Khayyam territory. Take it out of context and it sounds like some ’60s, ’70s song. Naveen Kumar (flute) take a bow.
The last song, Kata kata, inverses the Rukmini rukmini (Roja) situation. There, the song was about the aftermath of the wedding night. Here, the song is about a would-be-bridegroom . His friends are teasing him that his bachelor days are over. Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi and Kunal Ganjawala come together for this folksy song. Rahman uses the Rajasthani vocals and sounds to perfection, creating an atmosphere where you get transported to the wedding pandal.
This is another Rahman album which grows on you with repeated listening. Don’t expect a quick fix, just let go and listen to it on the loop and you’ll be rewarded with something very earthy and original that’ll create a place for itself in your heart.
Devesh Sharma
T Series
Rs 160
Raavan scores from the word go. Beera beera, the opening song, seems to be the introductory song to Abhishek Bachchan’s character. It reminds you of Omkara’s title song, which described Ajay Devgn’s character. Gulzar incidentally has penned both. Let me add here that Gulzar has outdone himself with his word wizardry. Be it the chant-like Beera, the prayer-like Khilli re, the Sufisesque Ranjha ranjha, the rhythmic Thok de killi or the love ballad Behne de (the most poetic of the lot) – Gulzar saab has moulded his words to fit every situation, they are young and vibrant and show no signs of ageing.
The same can be said of Rahman’s orchestration too. Every song is different. They follow different voice and sound patterns. Let’s take Behne de for instance. The song symbolises the ebb and flow of love and Rahman’s music too does the same. It’s as if you are suspended on the crest of a wave and can experience the nuances of the river.
In contrast, Beera has a haunting melody. Drums and human voices are used to bring out an almost tribal chant. African and calypso influences are employed to bring out voodoo like effect. Hats off to Kirti Sagathia and Vijay Prakash for singing this so effectively.
Contrast this with the Sukhwinder Singhj number, Thok de killi, whose opening bars remind you of Thodi si dhoop from Rang De Basanti. Sukhi has sung it with a lot of fun, with verve, he’s not gone overtly high pitched but has sung it in a much mellower tone. Guitar, drums and even the mridangam are used to create a constant rhythm.
Ranjha ranjha’s opening reminds you of the Akhiyan milaoon (Raja) beat but then Rahman goes crazy and adds an Arabic twist to it which takes it to another level. Rekha Bhardwaj is awesome and so is Javed Ali in the rendition.
Now we come to Khilli re, my personal favourite. This is Rahman of Roja, of temple bell chants, of ghatam and ghungroo sounds. This is a situational suhag raat song, sung superbly by new singer Reena Bhardwaj. Rahman has used sitar, tabla and flute to make inroads into Naushad-Khayyam territory. Take it out of context and it sounds like some ’60s, ’70s song. Naveen Kumar (flute) take a bow.
The last song, Kata kata, inverses the Rukmini rukmini (Roja) situation. There, the song was about the aftermath of the wedding night. Here, the song is about a would-be-bridegroom . His friends are teasing him that his bachelor days are over. Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi and Kunal Ganjawala come together for this folksy song. Rahman uses the Rajasthani vocals and sounds to perfection, creating an atmosphere where you get transported to the wedding pandal.
This is another Rahman album which grows on you with repeated listening. Don’t expect a quick fix, just let go and listen to it on the loop and you’ll be rewarded with something very earthy and original that’ll create a place for itself in your heart.
Devesh Sharma
Monday, April 26, 2010
Raavan - Story
The one line story is about a married women Sita (Aiswarya Rai) getting kidnapped by a guy with negative shades, a modern day Ravan (Vikram in Tamil and Abhishek in Hindi version), and subsequently they get attracted to each other.
Meanwhile her husband a Police Officer ( Prithviraj in Tamil and Vikram in Hindi), who always thinks negatively does not have the best of relationship with his wife as he is devoted more to his brother (Laxman?) played by Prabhu.
The protagonist is Ravana, an anti hero who is doing it to take revenge on the cop who humiliated his sister (Priyamani) and was responsible for her death. Mani fearing the wrath of Hindu organizations is now trying to keep the parallel between his ‘fictional’ story and Ramayan to the minimum.
Meanwhile her husband a Police Officer ( Prithviraj in Tamil and Vikram in Hindi), who always thinks negatively does not have the best of relationship with his wife as he is devoted more to his brother (Laxman?) played by Prabhu.
The protagonist is Ravana, an anti hero who is doing it to take revenge on the cop who humiliated his sister (Priyamani) and was responsible for her death. Mani fearing the wrath of Hindu organizations is now trying to keep the parallel between his ‘fictional’ story and Ramayan to the minimum.
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
Amir Khan's birthday wishes for Sachin
Actor Aamir Khan, wishes just one thing for him — that he scores a 100 international centuries in cricket becoming the first ever cricketer in the history of the game to do so. Currently, Sachin has scored 93 international centuries — 47 in Tests and 46 in One Day International’s (ODI).
Aamir says, “I am waiting for the day when Sachin will score his 100th century. I know he can. In fact, I have been telling this to him for a long time now that he is heading towards his 100th century. I am hopeful that the landmark is not far away from him.”
Aamir had also wished his fellow Bandra boy when he scored the first double century in a One Day International match against South Africa a few months ago. The actor also reminds us that Sachin is inching towards another landmark —a century of half centuries in One Day International cricket. Even here Sachin is just seven half-centuries short having scored 93 50s.
Aamir feels Sachin has reached such a cult status that his success and failures have started to affect the ‘collective self-esteem’ of the general public. He says, “Sachin is the self-esteem of the collective consciousness of society. You, I or the rickshawdriver who is listening to cricket commentary — we all feel a sense of achievement whenever Sachin does well; he has such an effect on us. He forms our collective self esteem.”
What binds both Sachin and Aamir is the passion for their respective professions. Aamir ends saying, “He is truly inspirational. The passion and the love with which he does what he does best is something that is inspirational.”
Aamir says, “I am waiting for the day when Sachin will score his 100th century. I know he can. In fact, I have been telling this to him for a long time now that he is heading towards his 100th century. I am hopeful that the landmark is not far away from him.”
Aamir had also wished his fellow Bandra boy when he scored the first double century in a One Day International match against South Africa a few months ago. The actor also reminds us that Sachin is inching towards another landmark —a century of half centuries in One Day International cricket. Even here Sachin is just seven half-centuries short having scored 93 50s.
Aamir feels Sachin has reached such a cult status that his success and failures have started to affect the ‘collective self-esteem’ of the general public. He says, “Sachin is the self-esteem of the collective consciousness of society. You, I or the rickshawdriver who is listening to cricket commentary — we all feel a sense of achievement whenever Sachin does well; he has such an effect on us. He forms our collective self esteem.”
What binds both Sachin and Aamir is the passion for their respective professions. Aamir ends saying, “He is truly inspirational. The passion and the love with which he does what he does best is something that is inspirational.”
Rahman bought 8 Ipds
Rahman reached USA for his Journey Home World tour concert preparations. Once his team reached america they went directly to apple store and bought 8 Ipads. He showed those and the apps he already installed to MTV. Generally apple wont give more than two tablet for a person but he grabbed 8, when asked he said he bought it for his friends in India.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Endhiran - Shankar finished shooting
Endhiran shooting has been completed, Shankar confirmed this news in his own blog. The editing work is going on. Rahman completed all the songs, final recording alone is pending. The audio can be expected on October. Rahman has been paid 10 crores for this project. Endhiran is the most expensive tamil film now.
Raavan trailer released
Raavan 40 seconds trailer has been released. The audio release date has been confirmed in the promo itself. Here is the video for you.
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Raavana audio release on April 24
It has been confirmed that the most awaited Raavana's music will be released on April 24. The movie has created a huge expectations already since it is going to be the first movie in AR and mani's combination. In tweet junior bachan confirmed that the audio will be released on April 24.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
MI got ticket for IPL 3 Semi Finals
MI is the first team get qualified for semi finals after defeating Rajastan Royals. Sachin Tendulkar played an amazing knock and took away the game single handedly. Sachin scored 89 runs of just 59 balls which includes 10 boundaries and two sixes. He is the leading run scorer of this year's tournament. Sachin also got man of the match award for his brilliant knock. This is his fifth half century and fifth man of the match, more importantly MI won all those five matches. He also hold the record of scoring maximum number of boundaries. He is the seventh player to score more than 1000 runs in IPL. He was supported by J.P duminy and Pollard in batting. The fielding and bowling department was too good which helped MI an easy win. This is the first time they have been defeated in Rajastan this season.
This was the special performance by GOD and we were blessed to watch.
This was the special performance by GOD and we were blessed to watch.
Saturday, April 10, 2010
Lyrics of Tamil Conference Anthem composed by Rahman
பிறப்பொக்கும் எல்லா உயிர்க்கும்
பிறந்த பின்னர், யாதும் ஊரே, யாவரும் கேளிர்!
உண்பது நாழி உடுப்பது இரண்டே
உறைவிடம் என்பது ஒன்றேயென
உரைத்து வாழ்ந்தோம்
உழைத்து வாழ்வோம்.
தீதும் நன்றும் பிறர் தர வாரா எனும்
நன் மொழியே நம் பொன் மொழியாம்!
போரைப் புறம் தள்ளி
பொருளைப் பொதுவாக்கவே
அமைதி வழி காட்டும் அன்பு மொழி
அய்யன் வள்ளுவரின் வாய்மொழியாம்!
ஓரறிவு முதல் ஆறறிவு உயிரினம் வரையிலே
உணர்ந்திடும் உடலமைப்பை பகுத்துக் கூறும்
ஒல்காப் புகழ் தொல்காப்பியமும்
ஒப்பற்ற குறள் கூறும் உயர் பண்பாடு
ஒலிக்கின்ற சிலம்பும், மேகலையும்
சிந்தாமணியுடனே வளையாபதி குண்டலகேசியும்
செம்மொழியான நம் தமிழ் மொழியாம்!
அகமென்றும் புறமென்றும் வாழ்வை
அழகாக வகுத்தளித்து
ஆதி அந்தமிலாது இருக்கின்ற இனிய மொழி
ஓதி வளரும் உயிரான உலக மொழி
நம் மொழி & நம் மொழி & அதுவே
செம்மொழி & செம்மொழி & நம் தமிழ் மொழியாம்!
வாழிய வாழியவே! வாழிய வாழியவே! வாழிய வாழியவே!
Rahman completes Tamil Conference anthem
AR Rahman is composing theme song for world Tamil conference going to take place in Coimbatore. The song was penned by CM himself. He recently played a rough cut of the song to CM who was completely impressed. Vairamuthu and Kanimozhi who were also the lucky people present on that day. The song will be Tamilian's vande matharam. The song will start with Pirappokkum Ella Uyirkkum. Kalaigar said it will be like neerarum kadaludutha song for next generation.
Friday, April 9, 2010
T-Series grab the audio rights for Raavan
T-Series bought the audio rights of Raavan. The movie is directed by Manirathnam in three languages. T-Series got the audio rights for hindi version. It has been confirmed by the T-Series spokes person. They also confirmed the songs will be released in the month of April. Raavan is the most expected movie since it is the first movie for Rahman and Mani combo after he won his oscars.
VTV in Hindi
Vinnai Thandi Varuvaya after its sensational hit in tamil and telugu Gautham Menon will remake the movie in hindi. This is going to be bolywood debut for GM & AR combination. The rights of the hindi version had been brought by IN ENTERTAINMENT. AR Rahman will compose music for the hindi version too..
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
MI defeated for the second time
MI played against CSK in chennai. It was a must win match for chennai and also won easily. Chennai won the toss and elected to bat first. MI bowled well to restrict them in just 165 runs. Sachin was drained out earlier while chasing, which turned the match towards Chennai's way. Sachin scored 45 runs and despite of Harbajan's fight in the end match finally went Chennai's way. Sachin assured that he will be alright and play next match.
AR Rahman to perform in IPL closing ceremony
There is a chance for fans meeting Sachin and Rahman in one place. If the sources are to be trusted, AR Rahman is going to perform in the IPL's closing ceremony in mumbai. The Sachin led team MI is in very good form and they are looking prominent to reach the grand tournament finals. If that happens then the visitors will be very lucky that they get opportunity to see the two true legends performing in one stage.
Monday, April 5, 2010
MI winning streak continues
Mumbai Indians beat Deccan Chargers by 63 runs. It was another huge victory for Sachin & co. MI won the toss and Sachin decided to bat first. MI scored 178 runs with some spectacular batting from Sachin, Tiwary & Rayudu who scored 35, 44 & 55 respectively. DC failed in chasing the good fighting total. The main players did not shine and contribute. MI sent back the batsman in regular interval. Finally DC bowled out for just 115 in just 18.2 overs. Harbajan, Pollard, McLaren, Zaheer took 2 wickets each. MI is the first team qualified for semi finals with 14 points. They won 7 matches out of 8 they have played so far.
Saturday, April 3, 2010
Mannipaya was a surprise song
Vinnai Thandi Varuvaya is the latest buzz in Tamil cinema. It has broken all the records and also the first Tamil movie which was composed by Rahman after Oscars. The song Mannipaya was composed and sung by Rahman and penned by Thamarai. Thamarai said it was a surprise song, also added she got a call from Rahman one day for lyrics then he explained the situation and tune to her with out Gautam Menon's knowledge. Once they finally completed the song Rahman invited GM. He was surprised and little apprehensive but he did justice to the song by an amazing visualization.
Friday, April 2, 2010
Sachin Tendulkar Gate in Kanpur
Sachin Tendulkar has been received many compliments in different form after he scored a double hundred in ODI. Now it is time for Kanpur, Kanpur Municipal Corporation has built a marble gate in the city and has named it 'Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar Sarvdharam Dwaar'. They said it is the gift for Sachin by Kanpur government for his contribution to the game. Sachin will not present in the opening ceremony but they have plan to show it when he visited Kanpur next time for playing cricket. It has been built up and funded by Kanpur Municipal Corporation.
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