RAAVAN ***

STORY: Its not a new story, nobody says its a new story. Its very difficult to make a old story in new format. So its no use of discuss about story.

DIALOGS: Not clear? no prasanth, its very accurate. So many lines are compressed as single words. So many meaningful & powerful dialogs.

CAMERA: No need to discuss, everyone accepts its a main PLUS of the film. Santhosh Sivan & MAnikandan.

MUSIC: A.R is always good, It should be a extra special for mani ratnam always. So many backgrounds are stands unique. Even sme more bits songs with are not in the music album. Deep music..

Both Vairamuthu(Tamil) & Gulzar(Hindi) lyrics are above average. Got the translation of hindi versions

SINGERS: Shreya Ghosal, Reena Bharadwaj, Vijay Prakash, Kaarthik, Javed Ali, Mohamed Irfan, Mustafa Kutone, Keerthi Sagathia, Sukwinder etc etc... al are done their good job.

Art, Acting & Everything is ok.

It may be a good movie when u saw few period later.

Released 2,200 screen worldwide

Reuters says "Very little Mani, and absolutely no magic"
 Rediff says "Raavan is unforgivably boring"
Times of India says "Raavan is chicken soup for the senses. Go, indulge yourself"
Guardian says "filled with the traditional extravagances, but its Robin Hood theme can't disguise its innate sexism"
Wall Street Journal says "In comparison the Ramayan is boring. The ‘Mahabharat’ is full of blood and guts. It’s a dark tale in which there’s a war and everybody dies.

Almost every media have a normal/avarage  feedbacks & 2-3 stars.

 Everything is Good, But which one is wrong? Expectation? huh, Mani Ratnam's usual film (But 'usual' says he is always Good, lol)

Ghajini: Music Review (by Al rufian)

As expected Ghajini’s music is good. It is similar to A.R Rahman’s recent compositions like Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na, Yuvvraaj and Ada. The lyrics were penned down by Prasoon Joshi, an obvious influence of Gulzar sahab’s imagery and lyrical style is seen. After the greatest hit of Rang de Basanti Rahman-Prasoon team strikes again.

Guzarish is an extremely romantic number. Javed Ali as a vocalist offers a new fresh feel to the song. While we have Sonu Nigam humming in the background. Its Rahman who always like to use Sonu in his songs. In this particular song Sonu hummed in second stanza and taking us to a world of love and love only. Javed ali founded in Jodha akber again proved he can sing the melody with its original feel. His accent is amazing and the way he expressing music is simply awesome. Rahman knows Javed’s potency and gave him right song. Like jashn e bara, and kabhi kabhi guzarish will surely be a mesmerizing song which will remember for long years.

Rating *****

Aye Bachchoo sounds better since we dint have such a song from Rahman for long time. It is a really fun number and Suzanne sings this song with a lot of energy and attitude. She enunciates each word clearly. Rahman uses the guitars generously in this number, making you want to break out dancing immediately. While some people might automatically classify the lyrics to this song as being mediocre as it involves Hinglish, I think Prasoon Joshi does a nice job of playfully getting the message across that one should live life to the fullest: “ab khul ke jeele tu, koi seema naa border…gungunaalo, muskuraalo, zindagi toh sikhaati hai yehi…lehraalo, balkhaalo, hum qaidi toh nahin.” The word “qaidi” really stands out and is innovative in the context it is used. Its again Rahman who stand and deliver.

Rating ***

Kaise Mujhe a rythmic number with soul-touching lyrics with Benny Dayal and Shreya Goshal singing the great composition to perfection. This is one song you would feel like dedicating your soul-mate. he magical combination of Benny Dayal and Shreya Ghoshal, who were also heard in Tu hi to meri dost hai from Yuvvraaj, is back again with Kaise Mujhe. This soft number is very sweet and the disbelief the male protagonist feels, “Kaisey mujhe tum mil gayeen? Qismat pea aye naa yaqeen. Utar aayee jheel mein, jaise chaand utartaa hai kabhi” is quite touching. The use of the sitar is beautiful. Shreya Ghoshal’s alaaps have a calming affect. Clinton Cerego, Neuman Pinto (Phas Gayaa from Aamir), Vivienne Pocha do a decent job of offering backing vocals. Once again, Prasoon Joshi does a superb job with the lyrics. We heard the word “gungunaati” used in Tu Muskuraa (”raat mei chaandini kabhi aise gungunaati hai”), however the phrase “gungunaati dhoop” is very thoughtful, followed by the question, “dekhoon tumhey yaa main sunoo?” Another meaningful line from the song worth special mention is, “badalengi rituen ada, par main rahoongi sada usi tarah teri baahon mein baahen daalke har lamha, har pal.”  Benny dayal is the most lukiest chap of Rahman nowdays. As a friend of mine I know how hardly he worked to get this position. He deserved…

Rating *****

Behka which is more appealing visually with Aamir Khan in six different avataar. Behka is an interesting composition meshing various styles…hip-hop, jazz, blues, rock. The use of the saxophone, trumpet, drums sort of reminds me of Jaan Meri from Takshak, although the overall feel to this composition isn’t as energetic and lively as Jaan Meri. Karthik does a fantastic job getting through all the twists and turns in this song. While the lyrics to this song aren’t earth-shattering, the use of the words “rounak udaaye” in “guzare jahan sey woh rounak udaaye” is unusual (in a good way). Personally its my favorite song and Aamir too loves it lot. The lyrics are simple and yet stronger. Rahman commented it’s the best lyrics to compose song for such a situation. It’s a cool type of song and probably will be a chartbuster soon.

Rating *****



Latoo brings forth Shreya Goshal’s versatility as a singer who sing all kinds of songs with great ease and perfection. This song has a gentle mix of hip hop and soft music. Its a foot tapping and a jazzy track. After hearing Shreya Ghoshal croon the very romantic Kaise Mujhe, we get to hear her sing the very light-hearted number, Latoo. The song opens with the sounds of radio signals and English lyrics are thrown in. Then we suddenly hear a Spanish guitar. This fast-paced number is so catchy and playful you can’t resist but singing along and dancing carefree. The way Shreya stretches the word “yaar” is awesome!. Karthik, Tipu, Bennu, Tanvi, Sakthi Sree Gopal (who is the winner of SS MUSIC VOICE HUNT 2008), Anisha and Suvi do a nice job of providing additional and backing vocals, but it is Shreya who steals the show with her flawless rendition. While talking to my friend Shakthi, she told it was Pravin mani who programmed the song and he used all the backing vocals perfectly (I was also with her in voice hunt finals). The line, “uske aane sey bas jaaye soone soone mann kaa ilakaa” is innovative. The repetition of the word “yaar” is contagious and makes you want to sing along.

Rating ****

 The instrumental version of  Kaise Mujhe stands for the use of the flute and guitars is soothing and Shreya’s delicate alaaps stand out. It is really relaxing and I guess Rahman will use it for the re-recording.

Rating ****

On the whole Ghajini’s music album offers you refreshing and entertaining film music that will grow on you eventually as you keep hearing it.

Its a must buy.
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Jai Jai Garavi Gujarat composed by A.R.Rahman

Oscar winner A.R.Rahman compose a song for Gujarat to celebrate GUJARAT DAY CELEBRATIONS, it was commisioned by the Goverenment of Gujarat. A famous gujarati song 'Jai Jai Garvi Gujarat' which was written by Narmad. Hindi version of this song was written by Prasoon Joshi, lyricst of Rang de basanti. Gujarati versions of this songs was also written by Dilip Rawal, Ankit Trivedi, Sairam Dave & Chiragh Tripathi. A.R.Rahman reveal this information on his Facebook page. He also says that the people of Gujarat are some of the nicest than other peoples. 


Gujarati version of the song:

જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત !
જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત,
દીપે અરુણું પરભાત,
ધ્વજ પ્રકાશશે ઝળળળ કસુંબી, પ્રેમ શૌર્ય અંકિત;
તું ભણવ ભણવ નિજ સંતજિ સઉને, પ્રેમ ભક્તિની રીત -
ઊંચી તુજ સુંદર જાત,
જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત.

ઉત્તરમાં અંબા માત,
પૂરવમાં કાળી માત,
છે દક્ષિણ દિશમાં કરંત રક્ષા, કુંતેશ્વર મહાદેવ;
ને સોમનાથ ને દ્ધારકેશ એ, પશ્વિમ કેરા દેવ-
છે સહાયમાં સાક્ષાત
જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત.

નદી તાપી નર્મદા જોય,
મહી ને બીજી પણ જોય.
વળી જોય સુભટના જુદ્ધ રમણને, રત્નાકર સાગર;
પર્વત પરથી વીર પૂર્વજો, દે આશિષ જયકર-
સંપે સોયે સઉ જાત,
જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત.

તે અણહિલવાડના રંગ,
તે સિદ્ધ્રરાજ જયસિંગ.
તે રંગ થકી પણ અધિક સરસ રંગ, થશે સત્વરે માત !
શુભ શકુન દીસે મધ્યાહ્ન શોભશે, વીતી ગઈ છે રાત.
જન ઘૂમે નર્મદા સાથ,
જય જય ગરવી ગુજરાત.

Singers of RAAVAN - Combination of Mani Ratnam and A.R.Rahman

India's best film maker Mani Ratnam's new movie RAAVAN starring Abhishek Bachchan & Aishwarya Rai is set to release on June 18, 2010. Academy award 


winner Music Maestro A.R.Rahman's favourite director Mani Ratnam once again joined each other for 12 times. Audio was planned to release on April 24, 


2010 (Saturday). But the first Short trailer of the film, Music Launch Teaser launched on YouTube yesterday (April 16, 2010 - Friday). Audio rights by 


T-series, But the movie produced by Reliance's Big Pictures. 


There are 8 Sound Tracks in the Film Album which listed below (Hope this is not a officially confirmed list)




Beera Beera.. sung by Vijay Prakash
Behne De... sung by Karthik
Kata Kata... sung by Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi, Kunal Ganjawala
Khilli Re... sung by Reena Bhardwaj
Madhuban Chor... sung by Asha Bhonsle, Chitra Sivaraman
Ranjha Ranjha... sung by Rekha Bhardwaj, Javed Ali
Thok De Killi... sung by Sukhwinder Singh
Pairon Pe Jannat Hai... sung by Lucky Ali  


About the Singers:


Vijay Prakash: 
* He is a Kanada Singer from Mysore, Karnataka.
* His first Song from Swades, Music by A.R.Rahman
* He was participated in Zee TV's SA RE GA MA hosted by singer Sonu Nigam
* One of the singer of Academy award winning Song 'Jai Ho' (Slumdog Millionaire)
* Recent hit song 'Hosanna' from Vinnaithandi Varuvaya, latest Tamil movie composed by A.R.Rahman, Lyrics-Thamarai
* Sanskrit song 'Om Shivoham' from the Tamil movie 'Naan Kadavul', Composed by Illayaraja, Lyrics-Vaali


Karthik:
* Famous Tamil Singer from Chennai
* His first movie song was Nendikiren from the Tamil movie STAR. Music-A.R.Rahman, Lyics-Pazhani Bharathi
* He won 3 filmfare awards as a Best Singer for the films Ghajini(Tamil), Happy Days (Telugu) & Kotha Bengaru Lokam(Telugu)
* He sung so many famous songs like Maddy(Minnale), Oliyile (Azhagi), Baba, Delhi6, Boys, Yuvvraj, Ayan, Happy days, Autograph, vinnaithandi Varuvaya, Ye Maaya Chesaave, Sainikudu, Okkadu, Varanam Aayiram etc.
* He was introduced by A.R.Rahman, but by the help of Singer Srinivas


Ila Arun
* She is a  Rajastani pop singer
* Her famous song 'Chooli Ke Peeche..' from Kalnayak won Best Female Singer (Filmfare) in 1994 (Music by Laxmikant-Pyarelal)
* Other famous songs 'Ringa Ringa' from slumdog Millionaire
* Muthu mazhai from Mr.Romero (Tamil song by A.R.Rahman) in 1996


Sapna Awasthi
* Bihari singer from Bollywood
* Famous by the song 'Chaiyaa chaiya' from Dil Se (Music by A.R.Rahman) with Sukhwinder Singh in 1998 (Mani Ratnam film)
* Other famous songs from Raja Hindustani, Company, Hum Tumhare hain sanam etc.


Kunal Ganjawala:
* Famous singer in Bollyowood, also in Marathi & Kanada.
* Bheegey Hont (Murder) won Zee Cine Award for Best Playback Singer
* He was participant of Zee TV's SA RE GA MA once, later he was also appeared as a Judge
* He participated in a concert in North America 'The Incredible' with Asha Bhosle, Sonu Nigam and Kailash Kher
* Famous songs in Krish, Salaam Namaste, Saathiya, Sawariya, Kaaminey, Pokkiri(telugu)
* Also sung a song in Ilayaraja's Tamil movie 'Naan Kadavul'


Reena Bharadwaj:
* London born Indian Singer
* Nominated in MTV Immies Award for Best New Film Talent of 2004
* Sung with A.R.Rahamn musical films like  Mangal Pandey: The Rising, Sakkarakatti, Baba etc.


Asha Bhosle: LEGEND in MUSIC


Rekha Bhardwaj: 
* Wife of Director Vishan Bharadwaj
* Her song 'Genda Phool' of Delhi 6 won Filmfare Award for Best Female Playback Singer 2010 (Music-A.R.Rahman)
* Famous songs in Ishqia, Omkara,  Kaaminey, Delhi 6, No smoking etc.


Javed Ali:
* Very famous by Jashn-E-Bahra from Jodha Akbar (Music-A.R.Rahman, Lyrics-Javed Akhtar)
* Other songs with A.R.Rahman with Delhi6, Yuvvraj, Ghajini
* Punjabi track 'Nagaada Nagaada' from the movie 'JAB WE MET' with Sonu Nigam (Music-Pritam, Lyrics- Irshad Kamil)
* Other famous Tamil songs from Yuvan Shankar Raja in the tamil films like  Kunguma Poovum Konjum Puravum, Sarvam, Vaamanan, Mutthirai
* Latest hit song from the movie, Tum Mile: 'Tu Hi Haqeeqa' Music-Pritam, Lyrics-Sayeed Qadri
* Debut film 'Beti No.1'


Chita Shivaraman:
* Bangalore based Tamil singer
* Famous songs like Thozha Thozha (Pandavar Bhoomi)
* Tamil songs in A.R.Rahman music like Thenali, Enaku 20 Unaku 18, Kangalal Kaithu Sei etc


Sukhwinder Singh:
* So many HIT songs by sukhwinder Singh in Bollywood like Dil Se, Om shanti Om, Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi 
* Perfomed at his age-8 in ZEE TV's SA RE GA MA
* He won Filmfare Best Male Playback Award for the song 'Chaiyya Chaiyya' Dil Se (Music-A.R.Rahman, Lyrics-Gulzar)
* Academy award Winning Song 'Jai Ho' Singer (Music-A.R.Rahman, Lyrics-Gulzar)
* Filmfare Best Male Playback Award for the song 'Haule Haule', Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi (Music-Salim-Sulaiman, Lyrics-Jaideep Sahni)
* Other famous songs with A.R.Rahman like Nahin Samne(Taal), Lucky Lucky(Ratchagan), Jaane Tu Ya Jaane Na (JTYJN), Piya Ho (Water), Chinnama Chilakamma (Meenaxi), Woh Kisna Hai (Kisna), Aaj Dil Gustakh Hai (BLUE), Mitwa (LAGAAN) etc.
* Other films like Tere Naam, Fashion, Garam Masala, Yaadein, AKS, Kurbaan etc


Lucky Ali:
* US borned Inadian Singer
* Won International awards for his album- Best Pop Male Vocalist at the 1996 Screen Awards and the Channel V Viewers Choice Award in 1997
* Famous songs in films like Kaho Naa Pyaar hai, AKS, Bachna Ae Haseeno , Yuva etc.
* He also Sung famous tamil songs like Secret of Sucess(Boys), (Hey Goodbye Nanba)Aayitha Ezhuthu etc

My name is Khan's record in Box Office Collection

Shah rukh khan starrer 'My Name is Khan' break the records in Box Office Collection.

It earns 250 million in first week Collection all over the world.

Opening day Colelction in New Zea Land : $ 10.000
Middle East : $300,000

Also break the record in North America.

They planned to increase the prints In the Middle East.

This film will release in Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Oman and Lebanon in Next week.

Its earned $193,000 from previews in Britain

In Australia Thursday, paid previews collected around $34,000 and it ranked number 11.

Highest earning film collection in INDIA (Opening Week)

1 3 Idiots 2009 Rs. 38,00,00,000
2 My Name Is Khan 2010 Rs. 33,60,00,000
3 Ghajini 2008 Rs. 29,70,00,000
4 Love Aaj Kal 2009 Rs. 28,00,00,000
5 Singh Is Kinng 2008 Rs. 25,50,00,000
6 Rab Ne Bana Di Jodi 2008 Rs. 24,75,00,000
7 Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani 2009 Rs. 23,50,00,000
8 Kambakkht Ishq 2009 Rs. 23,00,00,000
9 De Dana Dan 2009 Rs. 22,50,00,000
10 Race 2008 Rs. 22,00,00,000