Dhol

Article Updated 28 August, 2007 11:57:47 PM IST

Dhol

Although ace-comedy director Priyadarshan has never been very finicky as far as the music of his films is concerned, nevertheless, songs from his films have always climbed up the charts and have played an important part in making most of his films successful. He has experimented with a whole lot of music composers in his short career; from Anu Malik to Himesh and now to his current favourite, Pritam. He is the one who gave Priyan two of the biggest hits of his career (in terms of revenue generated), 'Bhagam Bhaag' and 'Garam Masala'. Once again, it's Pritam who gets to deliver the goods in this youthful comedy film, 'Dhol'. So let's check it out to see if Pritam has delivered or not.

Synthesized rhythm and the word sexy commences the rocking title track 'O Yaara Dhol Bajake'. True to its title, it's a full dhamaal and masti number, a type of composition that the GenX will freak out on, in the clubs and discos, not to mention the lavish baraat processions. It has all the right elements, the ample use of dhol, drums and the usual rap that makes this a lively dance track. Daler's younger brother Mika (after his objectionable but hugely popular 'Ganpat') rocks this track with his total mast and bindas rendition. Irshad Kamil's lyrics deserve applause - "Aisi to hazaron yahaan, Roop ki ballyein hongi, Dekhte rahein hum jinko, Kahan who adaayein hongi, Pyaar ka karaar woh ho, Chahton ka noor woh ho, Bane jo hamari soni, Heer woh ho, Hoor woh ho." The only hitch is that this destined to succeed composition is inspired by 'Koi Shehri Babu Dil Lehri Babu'('Loafer'). Inspiration or no inspiration, this number is bound to hit the charts.

It's lovely to hear Soham Chakraborty along with Sohail Kaul delivering yet another version of the rocking title track 'O Yaara Dhol Bajake'. But when we hear the whole number, we realize that its almost the same track, lyrically and musically. Yet this is such a good number, who cares. Of course, Soham and Sohail keep up the festive, masti spirit alive with their lovely rendition.

The icing on the cake is Labh Janjua's version. After topping the charts with 'Soni De Nakhre', this highly talented and hot in demand Punjabi singer gets to deliver another rocking Punjabi flavoured song 'O Yaara Dhol Bajake', which undoubtedly turns out to be the best of the lot.

Moving on to the next track, 'Namakool'(meaning fool/idiot in Urdu) literally had us fooled, as we thought that it was the starting portions of the still rocking title track from the super hit 'Partner'. Of course, Pritam is not a namakool, so we know that it's a definite coincidence. So it turns out to be, as later, the track changes completely, taking the shape of a carefree, lively situational track. It's nice to hear Ganjawala back after a short time and of course, Shaan, both of whom have such fresh and sweet voices. Ashish Pandit's lyrics are as per the demand of the script, and depict the characters of the male lead protagonists well.

'Bheega Asmaan' has trademark Pritam's musical arrangements, the sort that he keeps reserved for Abbas-Mustan's thrillers (case in point, 'Naqaab'). A super fast, passion-filled composition, the lovely male chorus in the background only enhances the effect. Shaan is superb as always. Vijay Yesudas is a good singer and does well here.

Two time national award winner for the best female singer, Shreya Ghoshal, proves yet again that she deserves all the awards and accolades with her flawless rendition of 'Dil Liya, Dil Liya'. Its a solo love song. One can describe it as a seduction number too. Lyrics are routine, so are the arrangements, but Shreya manages to lift this average number with her lovely singing.

Some very good rapping, reggae styled singing and synthesized rhythm extends a warm welcome to our all-time- favourite singer, the rarely heard (except in concerts and at charity functions), but highly versatile , the original Pop Diva, Usha Uthup! 'All Night Long' is just the kind of composition that Usha simply relishes and needless to add, delivers to perfection. The English-cum-Hindi mix, the racy beats all combined together makes it another good party track, the sort that people would love to dance to in functions. Yet once again, the antara is a straight lift (sorry to say), from the antara of the classy, Aage Bhi Jaane Na Tu, from B. R. Chopra's classic, 'Waqt'.

Girls Rule! After Shreya and Usha, it's all girl power in the situational 'Haadsa', that suggests that this may not be a pure comedy but there can be a thriller aspect, here as well. Akriti Kakkar and Sunidhi Chauhan sing well in unison, which is a unique aspect of the song. The musical arrangements (percussion sounds), which depict the fear factor well, are worth a mention. Pritam has once again traveled down memory lane and the infectious signature tune from Jackie Shroff's 'Gardish', Mushkil Mein Hai Kaun Kisi Ka, has been amply used along with Kiss Of Love from the recent 'Jhoom Baraber Jhoom', in the part, "Dilbar na, Dilbar na, Hone de na hadsa".

As we have said above, inspiration or not, Pritam has compiled a mixture of all sorts of compositions, to suit the script of the movie. Some of them are sure to climb up the charts and can be instrumental in giving a good opening to this (major) starless movie. Of course, if publicized well, that is. Up till now, the across-the-counter sales are not very encouraging, but with the lady luck ever smiling on Pritam, one can never say.

Rating : 7/10

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