Re: [arr] VTV special on TV

[kishore parayath]

Damn it.. I missed it.. Gopal..please post it in YOUTUBE na..

[arr] Re: Whats in the air this valentine

[Dinesh Scaran]

ARR has composed many superb love songs.. these r some:

1.Anjali Anjali - Duet
2.Malargale - Love Birds
3.Ennavale - Kadhalan
4.Kolaiyile - Kadhalan
5.Kannalane - Bombay
6.Uyire Uyire - Bombay
7.Pennale Pennale - Uzhavan
8.Poovukul - Jeans
9.Anbe Anbe - Jeans
10.Sonnalum - Kadhal Virus
11.Thoda Thoda - Indira
12.Mudhal Murai - Sangamam
13.Sneghidene - Alaipayuthey
14.Kandukoindain Kandukoindain - Kandukoindain Kandukoindain
15.Kadhalenum - Kadhalar Dhinam
16.Roja Roja - Kadhalar Dhinam
17.Dhandhiya - Kadhalar Dhinam
18.En Swase Katre - En Swase Katre

and the list just goes on. :)
--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Taimur"  wrote:
>
> HI RAHMANIACS,
>   So here comes the love day ; 14 feb 2010. With this pure 
> feeling of love everywhere in the air how can A R RAHMAN's MUSIC stay behind 
> in giving a scintillating essence. WHenever Valentine day comes dil hi dil 
> mein always comes to my mind and its melodious beautiful songs. every year i 
> have song of A R RAHMAN that i listen most often in feb days this time the 
> song that is in the air is 
> ANBIL AVANVINNAI THANDI VARUVAAYA. The song just clicking these days 
> brilliantly , creating a great atmosphere i am enjoying it very much . 
> Chinmayi and Devan just rocking the rhythmic music so good a fine song 
> indeed. NOW its your turn to tell which A R RAHMAN SONG IN the air THIS 
> VALENTINE. REPLIES ARE MUST
>   happy VALENTINE DAY LOVE IS EVERWHERE
> cheers,
> 
> taimur,
> karachi,
> PAKISTAN.
>

[arr] AR Rahman has got Celine Dion on record

[Siddiq Rahman]

AR Rahman has got Celine Dion on record : 
Mumbai: Double Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman is
all set to team up with Canadian singer Celine Dion for an
international album. Rahman is expected to record a couple of songs
with Celine, who is most popular for the theme song of the 1997
blockbuster movie Titanic, 'My Heart Will Go On'. A source says, “Celine and 
Rahman first met when he was recording
the remake of the Michael Jackson single We Are The World to raise
money for Haiti victims. It looks like she was bowled over by Rahman’s
dedication. She spoke to him about a venture together and he is keen to
be a part of it.” The source adds, “Celine wants Rahman to
compose two new songs that she will sing during her US tour beginning
March 15. Her forthcoming album is also set to have these numbers as it
is already being expected that these singles will top the charts
looking at both Celine’s and Rahman’s popularity in Hollywood. This is
going to be one big association.”



  

Re: [arr] WATW 2010 - High Quality youtube link [3 Attachments]

[A.R.Rajib]

ARR's autograph from The video Attached

Check Right bottom corner
On Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 11:47 AM, pratap  wrote:

>
>
> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Glny4jSciVI
>
> A.R's name is spelled wrong in the official site:
> http://wearetheworldfoundation.org/the-song/
>
> http://indian-music-bgm.blogspot.com/
>
>
>
> Please do not add me in YM. I only use this account for the group...
>
>
>
> 




-- 
- Regards

~ ~ A.R.Rajib ~ ~

[arr] A.R.Rahman interview in Tamil Magazine

[Gowtham]

Q1:In oscar stage you said"All my life, I had the choice of hate or love.I 
choose love and i am here".It shows so frustation ! and what is the reason?
In everyone's life there was chance of selecting two ways - Hate or 
Love,but nothing can be cost easily to come forward in one's life.There was 
many controversy to acquire their stage in this competitive world.We are in the 
position to answer to media as many of others wants us to irriate by creating 
gossips. Answering them "hashly" is one way and "calmly" is another way". But i 
choose the second because it suits all aspects.
 

Q2:Speech in the Oscar stage shows your maturity and how you obtain that even 
in young age?

   Right from my young age,there was many loss in my life that bring me 
maturity.I started working in Studio in my young age. I learnt my life 
there.Even if anyone realise cause of death it too express the maturity.I saw a 
documentary film about father in church which is about 16th century. It 
explains life is something expanding one's life under a small roof.Just it 
proves life is temperory. I relised this in my young age. May be this seems 
maturity in me
 

Q3:You reached the high level from down. Upto you what is the formula for this 
inclination?

   If you see my formula,after my caste interchange there was change in 
my life. I was admired by their caste ethics.One thing i was to express that 
because of my family support i am in this place. Without their coordination i 
cant perform my profession. I am grateful to my family members.
 

Q4:You express that after your caste interchange there was a great change in 
your life.But you started woking in music industry right from your young age. 
After this only you change to other caste. What is the reason behind this?

   As per scientist, psychologist  say,everyone would found truth in 
their soul life.That is magnetic attraction. Even in spiritulity,there is such 
force. A person can follow either buddhism or Hinduism ,etc.. as per their 
will. This my caste change made my family prosperous. This meant the reason
 

Q5:Whether Spirituality help you to success?

 Because of my unprotection i took many false decisions. Yesterday i 
received a sms that tells a situation. A daughter bring me a coffee, 
unfortunately she slipped her cup and spoiled my shirt. And actually i was on 
my way to work. In that situation, how would react whether making slap at her 
or advice her to be caution by the next time.
We have two choices, one is forgiving another making problem. Like 
this, there was many options in each and every situation. If there is a cause 
of death,we have to check and stop the forthcoming . We have to think over to 
decide the decision. We should be in a position to make a event whether to be 
positive or negative. It depends upon us.Spirituality pay a way for this kind 
of question. Even it is useful in music...
 

Q6:Still 18 years right from age of 23, you have been striving towards working 
for music. Do you think you have lost anything, apart from college life?

  I cant mean that i have lost. I too didnt realize like that. Being in 
music world, gives me immense pleasure.Doing a interesting job, itself a 
blessing for a person. Without complainting them , I am thankful to god for my 
way.
 

Q7:Your friends, hobbies?

  Unluckly, I dont have close friends. I dont find time to spent my day 
with my friends. My co-workers are my friends. If i am in foreign countries, my 
agents are my friends. I go dinner with them. But they are in business motive. 
I like to spends my day with my family. Just by now i am in oscar committee so 
i watch many oscar film. Before people watch a film, I will be watching with 
free of cost in theatres. I have 30 films to watch. So no time for hobbies.
 

Q8:In oscar stage, your say " Ellam Puzhalum Iraivanukke ". Is this your actual 
say or you made this to speak in tamil ?

 At instant I told. Actually my sister wanted me to talk in tamil and 
after my say she feel so proud about that.
 

Q9:What is the difference between A.R.Rahman as a keyboard player and as Oscar 
winner?

I dont think, there was any difference.There is reflection in each 
work. Ours thoughts would be reflected in every field. What inhibited would be 
reflected. For me too, it works like that.
 

Q10:What would you like to say for the young music directors?

 No person in the world is innocent, they use internet to know 
everything. They exhibit their brilliance. India is the place where many 
youngsters are present. This is good to be in future. Each growth of the plant 
is known only through its seed as this is the say by "kaviko". So we have to 
find whom we are.Rose sappling cant blossom Jasmine flower like that each 
individual should identfy their own skills and try to establish it to the world 
with hardwork. They should be in their own style without adopting other way. 
T

Re: [arr] Thee Thee vs Dheem Ta Dare

[kishore parayath]

DHEEM TA NARE NARE, is a CARNATIC oriented compositions..and there is not
much of Rhythm in this song as compared to THEE THEE U feel the
similarity juz because for u THEE and DHEEM seems the same..
Both the songs are ENTIRELY DIFFERENT from each other!! If one is Sachin
Tendulkar, then the other is Michael Hussey!!

THEE THEE cannot be recreated!!
THIRUDA THIRUDA is the MOST futuristic soundtrack that our PLANET has ever
seen! Iam lucky to have been born in this generation so that I could witness
it!!

[arr] New York Nagaram - Sillendru Oru Kadhal [NY House Mix]

[djdaniellive]

Hi Guys,
although I have been a regular visitor, This is my first ever post on
this forum.

I want to share with you guys my remix version of A.R. Rahman's song.

New York Nagaram  - NY House Mix

http://www.pixelinmedia.com/music/newyork.mp3


or

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_G4TMBDugSw

Hope you guys like it.

Re: [arr] Thee Thee vs Dheem Ta Dare

[Taimur Nadeem]

hi rivjot ,
    So  thee thee vs dheem ta dare  well the former is too big 
grand a masterpiece an epic song and the latter well you said it right it is 
full of immense energy and passion intensity its mind blowing . i really enjoy 
it as well but comparison wont do justice with both the songs but if a medley 
takes place it will be great . Lets see but rivjot i will say what my heart 
says thee thee is just to superior its just out of the world.
 
regards,
 
taimur

--- On Sun, 2/14/10, Rivjot  wrote:


From: Rivjot 
Subject: [arr] Thee Thee vs Dheem Ta Dare
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, February 14, 2010, 6:51 AM


  



Thee Thee / Dil Hai Sanam Dil - Thiruda Thiruda / Chor Chor
Dheem Ta Dare / Thom Karuvil Irunthom - Thakshak / Star

Do you guys notice any similarity in these two songs? I know there are many 
Thee Thee fans here.. who consider Thee Thee as one of ARR's greatest song and 
would find comparison absurd.

Just in terms of the energy / passion, these two songs absolutely drive me 
crazy. I also think these 2 are perfect songs for dance performance.

Would love to see medley of these 2 songs or something similar at any of ARR's 
future concerts =)









  

Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review

[Taimur Nadeem]

Hey Neetika you hit the bulls eye thats the most amazing thing in kadhal 
vettukelli oh thats another piece that i keep listening again and again its so 
intense fast and sweet as well really great it is . how you know it that i 
would have enjoyed that music its amazing from you. 
 Lets give you another i am sure you would have listened ELAY from SAKKARAKATI 
, the violin phenomena in the song is magnificent but it reaches the peak at 
around 4:51 - 5:00 o my goodness its so fast intense but very beautiful.  i am 
completely hooked to it keep listening it again and again , i am sure you would 
also like it. have a good day. 
 
regards,
 
taimur

--- On Sat, 2/13/10, Neetika Raina  wrote:


From: Neetika Raina 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010, 6:15 AM


  





True..
If u love this.. i guess i sud ask u if u have heard Kathal Vettukili from 
Parasuram...
Interlude before the second staza, what do u say about the strings???
 
 

- Original Message -
From: "Taimur Nadeem" 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 2:24:20 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review

  






ohk neetika i got it, yes a slight resemblance ; surely enjoyable . A R RAHMAN 
fills so much hidden music in each song which amazes me so much and its so good 
when one finds  it out. 
 
And about getting to the same songs and same pieces of music well coincidental 
lets give you another , when santhipoma ends at around 5:14  to 5:22 the music 
is filled with a buzz of violins tooo good i just love that part  i keep 
listening it again and again its great , A R RAHMAN sir you are a wizard and i 
am spelled. anyways thanks so much for giving the time lines thank you so much. 
have a good day.
 
regards,
 
taimur

--- On Tue, 2/9/10, Neetika Raina  wrote:


From: Neetika Raina 
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Date: Tuesday, February 9, 2010, 5:15 AM


  



hey bro, 
 didnt get it? try with the time lines:
 
1). Kangalal Kaithu Sei >> Anarkali >> 0.23 - 0.30 
2). E20U18>> Kama Kama>> 2.56-3:00...
Slight resemblence? ??I love this part... 
 
I must say that you always point out my fav songs and sometimes u even point 
out my fav portion of the songs too... and that makes me revisit the songs... 
Thaks a lot for that...and keep posting..
 
~Love Music Love Life
   Neetika
 

- Original Message -
From: "Taimur Nadeem" 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Monday, February 8, 2010 7:05:08 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review

  



HI neetika,
 oh yes i am talking about that sweetest and blissful sitar 
interlude in kama kama but starting alaap of anarkali resembles or has a 
reflection of it couldnt get it i am listening it again and again can you tell 
me exact time of it.
 
regards,
 
taimur





From: Neetika Raina 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Sun, February 7, 2010 8:19:02 PM
Subject: Re: [arr] Re: E20U18 review

  



hey Taimur,
are u talking bout the sitar interlude in Kama kama, which has a reflection of 
starting Alaap of Anarkali from KKS.. noticed? 
Its amazing... 
 
~Love Music Love Life
   Neetika 
- Original Message -
From: "Taimur Nadeem" 
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Sent: Sunday, February 7, 2010 3:40:37 AM GMT -05:00 US/Canada Eastern
Subject: [arr] Re: E20U18 review

  






hey swaps superb review of E20U18 really liked it , rivjot said it right one 
can fall in love with the songs after reading such a detailed and skillfully 
written review. i listen  sweetest santhipoma and kama kama a lot and just 
loved that sitar like instrument in the song and secong interlude it makes me 
so happy and joyful dont know why. the album very youthful i really enjoy it.
 AND at the end you praised  a song ENNUIR thozye O my goodness you are right 
what supreme melody i have no words to praise that song its divine its breath 
taking and the feelin it creates in me WW so beautiful i love it. 
thanks again for posting the review. have a good day.
 
regards,
 
taimur,
karachi,
PAKISTAN.
 


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Re: [arr] Food Distribution - Sunday - February 14, 2010

[Ram Motipally]

 very good act indeed ! May god bless.

Ram


On Sun, Feb 14, 2010 at 7:48 AM, Rakesh R  wrote:

>
>
> The Food distribution went on well..
> Its heart warming to see more and more people turn up.. :)
>
> On Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 9:44 AM, Vithur  wrote:
>
>>
>>
>> Valentine 's Day - A Day to Love and Share Love.
>>
>> Food Distribution to the Poor, Needy and Hungry from AM Studios,
>> Kodambakkam, Chennai
>>
>> Time : 11 30 - 12
>>
>> Sunday
>>
>> All are welcome
>>
>> --
>> regards,
>> Vithur
>>
>
>  
>

Re: [arr] Revisiting "Meenaxi - Tale of 3 Cities" | A Healing Mantra

[hiten shah]

I feel it is musical thriller  Cant even compare its class... its one of
its own...
I love Do kadam  amazing song..just get it into you...

Got a similar song... Cham cham from Striker... essence of ARR music...

On Sun, Feb 14, 2010 at 10:08 AM, jamshid TC  wrote:

>
>
> Wonderfully Written!
>
> Meenaxi was one great movie to watch with rahman's music.
>
> -Jamshid
>
> --- On *Sat, 2/13/10, ARRvind * wrote:
>
>
> From: ARRvind 
> Subject: [arr] Revisiting "Meenaxi - Tale of 3 Cities" | A Healing Mantra
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010, 3:17 AM
>
>
>   Cast: Tabu, Kunal Kapoor, Raghubir Yadav, Nadira Babbar
>
> Soundtrack and Background Score : A R Rahman
>
> Lyrics : Rahat Indori, MF Hussain, Sukhwinder Singh
>
>
> "Meenaxi- Tale Of 3 Cities" - HYDERABAD, JAISALMER, PRAGUE ,is the second
> brainchild of acclaimed artist MF Hussain after "Gajagaamini" . But the
> reason of this movie's existence till date(If, any) is because of none other
> than our musical prodigy AR Rahman Sir! Had ARR not been an integral part of
> Meenaxi, she would have donned to her gruesome natural death! Tabu's
> excellent portrayal, MF Hussain's charismatic colors and Santhosh Sivan's
> breath taking cinematography also added as a catalyst to the movie. But
> despite all these hyper positives,Meenaxi failed miserably at the box
> office, so much so that,it did not find its place at all in certain cities
> of India. Nobody knows when the movie released and screened .The movie's
> fate turned so bad , thanks to the huge controversy created over a Qawwali
> song which was supposed to be referred to the almighty had been referred to
> the woman.
>
> Well, for us Rahmaniacs, the music album and the ever haunting background
> scores are more than enough treat to the senses! ARR sir directly pierces
> our heart and makes himself comfortable inside! There's no room for us to
> replace that space! Meenaxi's main USP lies in its earthy musical score
> which picks up the essence of 3 cities - Hyderabad, Jaisalmer and Prague.!
> The below opinions about the soundtracks and BGM scores are straight from my
> heart!
>
> Chinnamma Chilakamma - Hyderabad | Sukhwinder Singh
> Chorus:  Ganga, Febi, Kanchana
>
>  Going by the initial lines, anybody gets duped that the song would be a
> typical south indian peppy number with its Telugu Lyrics. But as Sukhwinder
> picks up his lines, one gets the Hyderabadi accent in its full flesh! That
> is the magic spell the entire album offers
> you;thorough nativity! Sukhwinder,always is the thump provider to any
> electrifying
> compositions of ARR.In this case, he has penned the lyrics as well. He
> always adds his
> signature styled nuances and makes the song sound more addictive. The flute
> interludes and some dholak drums here and there (by Shivamani) provide the
> audical treat. Chinnamma's choreography is also worth a mention here.
>
>
> Rang Hai - Jaisalmer | Alka Yagnik
> Hummings by : Dallinda
>
>  A rustic mysterious cry of a woman welcomes you to this earthy Rajasthani
> folksy number. The woman behind this mysterious voice is a Lebanese singer
> Dallinda!  Alka Yagnik is the perfect choice to do the vocal honors for the
> song.Her expressions in the lines "Kya Keh Rahaa Hain Sun Sunn...Paayal
> Pehen ke Phagun.." is first rate!! This song can be more enjoyed by seeing
> its resplendently colorful visuals( thanks to MF Hussain) on screen. The mud
> pots(Ghatams) and some strange strings are the main highlights in the
> instrumental arrangements.
>
> Noor-Un- Allah - Hyderabad | Murtuza Khan, Qadar Khan
>
>  The most controversial song in ARR's career(of course for no fault of
> his!). This song's
> controversy had such mighty powers that it pulled out the entire movie from
> the screens due to an offensive reference made to the woman instead of the
> almighty. ARR, being a Sufi Saint, has come up with one of his career best
> qawwali with a sufi touch! Its soo sad that this great number didnt get its
> due credit. Both the Khan brothers have performed aptly, though ARR's voice
> is royally missed here! ARR creates an unbelievable magic with few basic
> instruments like Tablas and Harmoniums.! The rythm patterns throughout the
> song is scintillating to say the least!! You feel like getting immersed into
> this purified sea of
> melody and get all your sins washed off! In the movie, this number is split
> into two halves.
> Both the starting and ending phases of the movie has this song. The entire
> story happens
> between this song.And the lyrics gets its honors from MF Hussain himself.!
>
> Dhuan Dhuan - Prague | Asha Bhonsle, Kunal Ganjawala
> Percussion : Shivamani
> Additional Grooves : James Asher
>
>  The Legendary singer Asha Bhonsle pairs up with ARR once again to render
> this sultry and seductive number. ARR, right from Rangeela days, has always
> chosen Asha ji for young, vibrant and peppy numbers like this and she,
> regardless of her age, has

Re: [arr] Food Distribution - Sunday - February 14, 2010

[!--Sri Balaji--!]

Ohis it? 
regards,Balaji.S 
--- On Sun, 14/2/10, Rakesh R  wrote:

From: Rakesh R 
Subject: Re: [arr] Food Distribution - Sunday - February 14, 2010
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, 14 February, 2010, 7:18 PM















 
 



  



  
  
  The Food distribution went on well.. Its heart warming to see more and 
more people turn up.. :)

On Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 9:44 AM, Vithur  wrote:
















 



  



  
  
  Valentine 's Day - A Day to Love and Share Love.



Food Distribution to the Poor, Needy and Hungry from AM Studios,

Kodambakkam, Chennai



Time : 11 30 - 12



Sunday



All are welcome



-- 

regards,

Vithur




 









  











 





 



  











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[arr] Re: HQ Audio CD Covers-all media fire links

[Devan]

thank u so...much likant gud work bro. expecting more.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Likant"  wrote:
>
> @ dévãn
> Why not ..bro. here you go...
> Password "ar"
> Vinnai thaandi varuvaaya 
> 
> Sivaji (Hindi) 
> 
> Blue 
> 
> Couples Retreat 
> 
> Slumdog Millionaire 
> 
> Jana Gana Mana 
> 
> Pray 4 Me Brother 
> 
> One Love 
> 
> Connections 
> 
> Yuva 
> 
> Vande Mataran 
> 
> Swades 
> 
> Bombay Dreams 
> Meenaxi 
> Jeans 
> Daud 
> Password "ar"
> More HQ cd Cover scans will update soon...watz problem in accessing 
> webpage? checkout n make it clear soon...thanx
> 
> regards++Liku++
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, dévãn 
> wrote:
> >
> >
> >
> > hey likant could u please post mediafire links of all arr cd
> covers I cant access ur webpage. Thats why dude...
> >
>

RE: [arr] Thee Thee vs Dheem Ta Dare

[ajay_baskar2...@yahoo.co.in]

I think both these songs share the same raaga. Am I right? Can someone throw 
light on this? 

Sent from my Nokia phone
-Original Message-
From: Rivjot
Sent:  14:02:2010 12.21.43 pm
Subject:  [arr] Thee Thee vs Dheem Ta Dare


Thee Thee / Dil Hai Sanam Dil - Thiruda Thiruda / Chor Chor
Dheem Ta Dare / Thom Karuvil Irunthom - Thakshak / Star

Do you guys notice any similarity in these two songs? I know there are many 
Thee Thee fans here.. who consider Thee Thee as one of ARR's greatest song and 
would find comparison absurd.

Just in terms of the energy / passion, these two songs absolutely drive me 
crazy. I also think these 2 are perfect songs for dance performance.

Would love to see medley of these 2 songs or something similar at any of ARR's 
future concerts =)

Re: [arr] Revisiting "Meenaxi - Tale of 3 Cities" | A Healing Mantra

[ARRvind]

Thanks Jamshid Bro..! Yes...i would recommend everyone to experience the 
Meenaxi's wonderful BGMs by seeing the movie atleast once..!!(Despite weak 
story plot!) 

--- On Sun, 2/14/10, jamshid TC  wrote:


From: jamshid TC 
Subject: Re: [arr] Revisiting "Meenaxi - Tale of 3 Cities" | A Healing Mantra
To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sunday, February 14, 2010, 4:38 AM


  








Wonderfully Written!
 
Meenaxi was one great movie to watch with rahman's music.
 
-Jamshid

--- On Sat, 2/13/10, ARRvind  wrote:


From: ARRvind 
Subject: [arr] Revisiting "Meenaxi - Tale of 3 Cities" | A Healing Mantra
To: arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com
Date: Saturday, February 13, 2010, 3:17 AM


  





Cast: Tabu, Kunal Kapoor, Raghubir Yadav, Nadira Babbar

Soundtrack and Background Score : A R Rahman

Lyrics : Rahat Indori, MF Hussain, Sukhwinder Singh


"Meenaxi- Tale Of 3 Cities" - HYDERABAD, JAISALMER, PRAGUE ,is the second 
brainchild of acclaimed artist MF Hussain after "Gajagaamini" . But the reason 
of this movie's existence till date(If, any) is because of none other than our 
musical prodigy AR Rahman Sir! Had ARR not been an integral part of Meenaxi, 
she would have donned to her gruesome natural death! Tabu's excellent 
portrayal, MF Hussain's charismatic colors and Santhosh Sivan's breath taking 
cinematography also added as a catalyst to the movie. But despite all these 
hyper positives,Meenaxi failed miserably at the box office, so much so that,it 
did not find its place at all in certain cities of India. Nobody knows when the 
movie released and screened .The movie's fate turned so bad , thanks to the 
huge controversy created over a Qawwali song which was supposed to be referred 
to the almighty had been referred to the woman. 

Well, for us Rahmaniacs, the music album and the ever haunting background 
scores are more than enough treat to the senses! ARR sir directly pierces our 
heart and makes himself comfortable inside! There's no room for us to replace 
that space! Meenaxi's main USP lies in its earthy musical score which picks up 
the essence of 3 cities - Hyderabad, Jaisalmer and Prague.! The below opinions 
about the soundtracks and BGM scores are straight from my heart!

Chinnamma Chilakamma - Hyderabad | Sukhwinder Singh
Chorus:  Ganga, Febi, Kanchana

 Going by the initial lines, anybody gets duped that the song would be a 
typical south indian peppy number with its Telugu Lyrics. But as Sukhwinder 
picks up his lines, one gets the Hyderabadi accent in its full flesh! That is 
the magic spell the entire album offers 
you;thorough nativity! Sukhwinder,always is the thump provider to any 
electrifying 
compositions of ARR.In this case, he has penned the lyrics as well. He always 
adds his 
signature styled nuances and makes the song sound more addictive. The flute 
interludes and some dholak drums here and there (by Shivamani) provide the 
audical treat. Chinnamma's choreography is also worth a mention here. 


Rang Hai - Jaisalmer | Alka Yagnik
Hummings by : Dallinda

 A rustic mysterious cry of a woman welcomes you to this earthy Rajasthani 
folksy number. The woman behind this mysterious voice is a Lebanese singer 
Dallinda!  Alka Yagnik is the perfect choice to do the vocal honors for the 
song.Her expressions in the lines "Kya Keh Rahaa Hain Sun Sunn...Paayal Pehen 
ke Phagun.." is first rate!! This song can be more enjoyed by seeing its 
resplendently colorful visuals( thanks to MF Hussain) on screen. The mud 
pots(Ghatams) and some strange strings are the main highlights in the 
instrumental arrangements. 

Noor-Un- Allah - Hyderabad | Murtuza Khan, Qadar Khan

 The most controversial song in ARR's career(of course for no fault of his!). 
This song's 
controversy had such mighty powers that it pulled out the entire movie from the 
screens due to an offensive reference made to the woman instead of the 
almighty. ARR, being a Sufi Saint, has come up with one of his career best 
qawwali with a sufi touch! Its soo sad that this great number didnt get its due 
credit. Both the Khan brothers have performed aptly, though ARR's voice is 
royally missed here! ARR creates an unbelievable magic with few basic 
instruments like Tablas and Harmoniums.! The rythm patterns throughout the song 
is scintillating to say the least!! You feel like getting immersed into this 
purified sea of 
melody and get all your sins washed off! In the movie, this number is split 
into two halves. 
Both the starting and ending phases of the movie has this song. The entire 
story happens 
between this song.And the lyrics gets its honors from MF Hussain himself.! 

Dhuan Dhuan - Prague | Asha Bhonsle, Kunal Ganjawala
Percussion : Shivamani
Additional Grooves : James Asher

 The Legendary singer Asha Bhonsle pairs up with ARR once again to render this 
sultry and seductive number. ARR, right from Rangeela days, has always chosen 
Asha ji for young, vibrant and peppy numbers like this and she, regardless of 
her age, has al

Re: [arr] Food Distribution - Sunday - February 14, 2010

[Rakesh R]

The Food distribution went on well..
Its heart warming to see more and more people turn up.. :)

On Sat, Feb 13, 2010 at 9:44 AM, Vithur  wrote:

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>
> Valentine 's Day - A Day to Love and Share Love.
>
> Food Distribution to the Poor, Needy and Hungry from AM Studios,
> Kodambakkam, Chennai
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> Time : 11 30 - 12
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> Sunday
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> All are welcome
>
> --
> regards,
> Vithur
>  
>