Darling

Article Updated 02 September, 2007 09:30:13 PM IST

Darling

Although Ram Gopal Varma is known more for his violent, gangster based movies ('Shiva', 'Satya' and 'Company' to name a few), his only super hit (musically and commercially too), till date remains 'Rangeela', starring, Aamir Khan and Urmila (who shot to instant stardom through this movie). After that, Ramu toyed with a whole lot of new genres, but never a love story. Surprising, but that's why he is different from the rest of the filmmakers. So when the leading music company, T-Series announced a film, and that too a love story under his baton, expectations arose; even though, its a love story with an element of horror thrown in.

So, will we get to hear compositions like, 'Naina Barse' or say Ramu's favourite 'Kahin Deep Jale Kahin Dil'. Let us check out what the able team of music directors have to offer us, after a disappointing 'Aag' from the Ramu camp.

As expected, T-Series' latest blue-eyed boy, Himesh is the guest composer, and naturally the album opens with his composition, 'Tadap'. A trademark H.R. number, complete with his nasal crooning, a composition that will be loved by his fans and hated by his detractors (to no avail, of course). As stated earlier, there is nothing novel about this song. The mukhda is totally inspired from his hit album number, 'Naam Hai Tera' and antara from 'Veeraniyaan' ('Namastey London'). The only difference is that while the above two were solos by Himesh, this one is a duet, that has Tulsi Kumar. Sameer's lyrics are as filmy as they can get, but the musical arrangements, specially the violin and guitar needs a mention.

'Tadap-remix' is a nice job by D.J. Kiran, D.J. G and Earl. The super fast rhythm and the added musical elements enhance the effect.

Superb guitar strumming and synthesized rhythm along with female rapping, with words like, "I am super sexy" commence 'Aa Khushi Se Khudkushi Kar le'. The much talked about dance number that has Nisha Kothari in a guest appearance, gyrating with Fardeen on-screen. The beat and rhythm is catchy, a sort that the youngsters will take a liking to and can be used in pubs and discotheques. Sameer's lyrics are innovative, "Main bhi yahaan, Tu bhi yahaan, Meri jaaniyan, Mere ishq ka, Dil mein zeher bhar le, Aa khushi se khudkushi kar le." This number by Pritam has all that takes to hit the charts. Shaan and Sunidhi are top class; the best in their fields.

'Aa Khushi Se Khudkushi Kar Le-Remix' by D.J. A-myth is a routine one, complete with quickened pace and added beats.

Tulsi Kumar gets to showcase her talent in the solo 'Akele Tanha', and one must say that she impresses with her easy rendition. This is a situational "missing-you" number, but with an element of revenge creeping in, as this is not an ordinary love story. Sameer's lyrics are instrumental in conveying the message of the movie appropriately. Pritam composes a song that fits in with the script of the movie.

Adnan Sami's unique, yet highly loved vocals commence 'Saathiya', which appear thrice in the album. The second is just a space filler with no changes, lyrically or musically and the third one is the remixed version. Coming back to the song, it's a lovely romantic ballad, sung with a lot of feeling (as always) by Adnan. Tulsi too is alright, but it needed a more mature singer, say Alka or even a Shreya, to match up to Adnan's vocal histrionics. Pritam is soon becoming the best composer, as far as breezy love songs are concerned, a slot left vacant after the retirement of two top music director teams, like Nadeem-Shravan and Jatin-Lalit.

'Saathiya-Remix' by D.J. Kiran, D.J. G and Earl is an average job. Not their fault, as they have done their best. Actually too much heightened pace dilutes the soft, breezy nature of the song, which was its plus point.

'Hasaye Bhi Rulaye Bhi', through the title of this track one assumes it to be a situational, philosophical number, but it turns out to be another romantic composition by Pritam. Though the pace of the song is monotonous, Shaan succeeds in bringing to life a lifeless number (with his emotive singing)! Tulsi sings well, though she needs to improve her diction, like many of her contemporaries.

'Hasaye Bhi Rulaye Bhi-Remix' by D.J. A-myth is a wonderful job. The monotonous pace of the original gives way to a lovely rhythm, along with some good drumming.

'Awaaz Koi', is the first composition that actually makes one feel that this is a horror flick, as suggested by the tag line of the movie, ,A Killer Love Story,. The starting piece sends a chill down the spine and the fear element creeps in, slowly but surely. This is further enhanced by some lovely base singing by Priyadarshini. Lyrics by Sharim Momin, like ,Raat yeh gehri hai, Soorat adhuri hai, Ab kuch hee doori hai,, give goose pimples. The sound of breaking glass and a female scream end the chilling number. All credit to the composer, Prasanna Shekhar, as he succeeds in arousing the curiosity of the listeners with this number.

On the whole, the combination of the two giants (in their respective fields) T-Series and Ram Gopal Varma seems to be fruitful, as far as music is concerned. The music is already climbing up the charts, specially the 'Tadap' number by Himesh. And given the fact, that the music is being publicized well, it is sure to get even more popular with the passage of time.

Rating: 7/10

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