[arr] Re: THE RAHMAN TODAY

[indmovbuff]

Kishore,

I remember you objecting strongly to a post I made about Aisha's music and how 
it was not appropriate to compare anything or anyone to AR's music which I 
wasn't doing in the first place. only recommending a non-arr album I liked 
which does not in any way imply that I like Amit more than AR etc. 

But this accusation of yours- accusing Rahman of using "arrangers" to do the 
BGM is just way off the line, man. Way below the belt. Just re-read what you 
wrote and think how AR would feel if someone accused him of using someone else 
to do the BGM but take credit for it entirely like when he won Best Background 
score at Filmfare. I hope you understand the significance of your accusation. 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, kishore parayath  
wrote:
>
> No way... Iam sorry..I know u suspect me for that. Iam not a fool, to re-use
> the same style of writing after creating a new ID. And everyone in this
> group knows, that Iam straigtforward and at times outspoken.If I want to
> tell something, I will straight away tell it, whether it is positive or
> negative. I dont need a separate identity for that.
> 
> And I do disagree on many things he said. He said Raavan is good. I disagree
> on the same. (Except Naan Varuven).
> By the way,
> My reply to the thread starter is: Rahman is too busy as u said, and he
> cannot avoid Tamil films at the same time... But U must accept that, due to
> Rahman's busy schedule, there is heavy pressure on him. So he cannot handle
> the arrangements' department alone. So, he uses 6-8 people for the same. So,
> U cannot expect the complete Rahman magic in the arrangements or BGMs. That
> is just because time doesnt permit Rahman sir to handle everything alone.
> Till around 2005, ARR concentrated on doing minimal work, with maximum
> quality. So he handled most of the things alone, and there was magic in
> every layer. But since, many people brought allegations that ARR is not
> accepting many offers, and he is disappointing the directors, ARR had to
> change his strategy, since the human-being in him did not want anyone to be
> disappointed. So, he had to delegate his arrangement work to many, due to
> the busy schedule. After the oscars, this pressure has tripled, and so has
> the quantity.
> So, no one can blame ARR here for taking up projects, or not finding magic
> in his songs.
> 
> Do wait for 'Battleship' , his upcoming big project in Hollywood. You will
> find the 'Complete AR RAHMAN Signature' in it.
> jai ho.
> 
> Once again to all: I dont need an alter ego to express my views! I have been
> in this group for years.. and i have shared everything positive and
> negative, using my own identity.
> 
> Jai ho.
>

Re: [arr] Front Runner for National Awards 2010?

[indmovbuff]

Raavanan!

At least one award for the super  album. 


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vishal Reddy  wrote:
>
> I want him to win it for Raavanan.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: dass 
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wed, 4 August, 2010 12:18:49 AM
> Subject: [arr] Front Runner for National Awards 2010?
> 
>   
> VTV, Raavanan, Endhiran
> 
> Of these three albums from ARR this year, for sure, VTV will be the front 
> runner 
> for National Awards 2010 in film music direction category.
> 
> I am hoping that VTV will bring him this award for best music direction for 
> the 
> record number of times. What a lovely music it is!
> 
> Are there any strong contenders for this film? What do you think?
>

[arr] Re: best choreographed song ?

[indmovbuff]

Vimal, whilst I like Shankar's stuff I till think Mani tops him for reasons you 
mentioned : his songs are a piece of art. No need for grandeur sets or exotic 
locations. Alaipayuthey is also another example. So is Roja. And Thiruda 
Thiruda like many others mentioned on this thread. Loved Thee thee and 
Chandralekha. Also loved Behene De (Usure Pohuthey) in Raavan. Hey goodbye 
nanba from AE. And the mother of all choreography- Dil Se. Classy stuff -these 
are the type of songs that you listen to immediately remember the way it was 
shot. I love Mani's style.  :) Shankar does well too but I am not much of big 
sets grand locations person. I like it simple and sweet. 

 
--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "vimaljk"  wrote:
>
> @Indmov Buff,
> 
> While I think Shankar choreographs the best...i agree with you about 
> "Kannathil Muthamittal"..each and every song (and video) was a piece of art, 
> and most importantly, blended with the music and the story of the 
> film...Mani's best choreography to date (in the sense that it blends in w/ 
> the movie...I also think its his best film additionally, the movie has 
> one of ARR's best scores (what Indians call BGM))
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> >
> > Kannathil muthamittal! Classy stuff! No one in india choreographs like 
> > maniratnam :)
> > 
> > On Sat, 07 Aug 2010 21:10 BST vimaljk wrote:
> > 
> > >Muqabalaso innovative...the visuals and music blend so seamlessly that 
> > >it's hard to tell where one ends and the other begins!i have said it 
> > >before and I will say it again, NO ONE in India choreographs better than 
> > >Shankar!...Endhiran will be a treat for sure!
> > >
> > >--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Elanchezhian"  
> > >wrote:
> > >>
> > >> chandralekha
> > >> 
> > >> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, apurva nahata  wrote:
> > >> >
> > >> > Chaiya Chaiya
> > >> > 
> > >> > --- On Sat, 7/8/10, Jason Bourne  wrote:
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > From: Jason Bourne 
> > >> > Subject: [arr] best choreographed song ?
> > >> > To: "rahman" 
> > >> > Date: Saturday, 7 August, 2010, 7:22 PM
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> >   
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > Was watching the Mukkala song the other day on TV followed by Ooh la 
> > >> > la la . The chorepgraphy and picturisation of both songs were awesome. 
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > Just wondering what song you guys think is the best choreographed. :)
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > 
> > >> > -- 
> > >> > Wit beyond measure is mans greatest treasure
> > >> >
> > >>
> > >
> > >
> >
>

[arr] Loved Raavan and Raavanan!!! (the former a tad bit more)

[indmovbuff]

I am unable to understand all the negativity surrounding the movie. I went in 
without reading a single review of the movie and thoroughly enjoyed both 
versions today. 

Started off with the Tamil version and was blown away by Vikram. Prithviraj 
didn't have much to do just like how Vikram's Dev had little to do in Raavan. I 
have to apologise for drawing comparisons but just can't keep off it- felt 
Vikram as Veera was far superior to AB and Beera. There was more sexual tension 
between Aishwarya and Vikram than AB and the same, I felt. More chemistry 
(oddly given that the latter are real life couples). Vikram was a lot more 
controlled and real as Veera than AB (eg the scene where Ragini is shown to 
bepraying to Lord Vishnu, the Ranjha Ranjha sequence). Loved how Keda Kari and 
Kata Kata shaped up in the movie- very colourful and pretty. Behne De was a 
class act. Didn't expect it to be at the beginning of the movie. Priyamani's 
role in both versions was gripping. Sanjeevani was slightly more comical in 
Raavanan, I felt. For eg when he comes to see Beera as the messenger, he says 
to him : "Don't misunderstand me, I am in his (ie Dev's) party but my vote is 
for you". Perhaps there were similar dialogues in the hindi version but it 
didn't get through the subtitles. Also was lovely to see Prabhu and Karthik 
sharing screen space in another Mani Ratnam movie. Felt Prabhu's casting was 
apt- especially since he appears to be the less of a warrior and more of a 
cook!Aishwarya to have gone through some of those stunts twice over - gosh! 

The worst of it: the scene where Ragini jumps off the clip. It's very 
artificial and clearly CG has been used for that particular shot. It's such a 
key moment in the movie- it's when Beera falls for her. I think it was shot 
very poorly.
The best of it: Vikram (for me) in the climax and the scenes leading to it. 
More importantly, Ja Re (Naan varuvene) - just absolutely blow-you-away kind of 
material. How does AR do it? sigh. 

Apart from the movie being a visual treat, I enjoyed what we were given in 
terms of the plot. It led to some interesting questions (not necessarily with 
defined answers, in true Mani style) which for me was the beauty of the movie. 
Honestly disappointed that people found it shallow and boring. Considering all 
the mindless cinema we've had in the recent past, I loved what we got in this 
movie. I would recommend the Tamil Raavanan to those who've watched the Hindi 
version  to see  how Vikram's Veera sheds a subtle yet significant light to 
Raavan(an).   

The following were some questions posted by a group member on why the film 
didn't work for him/her. Here's my attempt to answer these questions(just a 
personal view) so that you could also perhaps see it from another perspective. 

1) The movie is not boring, but its not engaging.
The screenplay for me worked in most parts- I liked that Priyamani's track came 
in after the interval. And then things leading up to her death were all key 
moments for the movie- very nicely filmed, I felt. 

2) Its very illogical (complete baseless scenes)
for example...
3) why aishwarya is in a boat, where she is going? (baseless)
Thought it fit well- she is an artist and often artists get inspired by nature. 
That landscape was breathtaking enough for even anyone with  little interest in 
arts to get inspired and feel good about themselves. Note how she was listening 
to a song on her CD player when she was on that boat - I think she was looking 
for inspiration to choreograph for the song for her students?

4) why there were no people around beera in the climax scene (actual climax 
when dev chased his place by using ragini)
I think in most parts of the movie (especially before the interval) we see that 
Beera/Veera is hardly "accompanied" by his men or rather does not require 
protection- he is his own protector. Also, it was Dev's plan. He wanted Beera 
on his own and what better way to get him down on his own than sending the 
woman he loved, to call for him. That was enough for Beera to let his defences 
down- she was his weakness and Dev played to it cunningly.

5) when beera has such huge tactics and people around, why he didnt abduct dev 
directly, when he was in the forest. atleast when dev kills his brother, he 
goes to dev's camp, explodes everything. this stunt scene was utter waste. 
people just come before the camera to be killed by dev's gun (stupid 
picturization, really!)

I agree- it could have been shot better.  As for the reason though- I think the 
impression we are given of Beera is that he's their strength- no weapons, no 
ammunition, just Beera. The only time they were able to "attack" Dev's  
entourage was with sugar! That was their weapon. There was no way they were 
going to attack him without any ammunition- that would be disastrous given that 
Dev and co were much stronger with guns and bombs- the only place they could 
get these from was off Dev's base/police camp which was

Re: [arr] I like Raavanan Music but I agree with those who don't like it as much

[indmovbuff]

Rawat,

you say 
"None of his dozens of tamil films got Mani a name and repute that a 
 single Dil Se earned him."

His Nayagan was India's entry to the Oscars in 1987! That was 23 years ago. If 
that wasn't recognition then his other movies have also been been critically 
acclaimed not just in India but in some of the most reputed media in the west 
too, well before Dil Se. TIME magazine always review Mani's movies. Always.  

Perhaps you have only confined yourself to Hindi films in India. No wonder Mani 
and AR constantly campaign against the term Bollwood because Indian films are 
much more than that.Sadly, the "Bollywood" audience is completely oblivious to 
some brilliant movies from other industries in India.  Wake up and smell the 
coffee, Rawat bhai. 

Re: [arr] CD Booklet and lyrics

[indmovbuff]

Thanks for that Gomzy! But Kata Kata is not on Vikram-Ash but will be on 
Priyamani because the booklet has Abhi dancingwith dhols and the from in the 
photos are def not vikram. Which is why I think it's priyamani. There is a 
backshot of the bride and it fits her height well. Does the lyrics imply 
otherwise? 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gomzy™  wrote:
>
> 1) Beera Beera talks about the guy Beera. ( on abhishek bachan)
> 2) Behene De is the guy in love ( probably Ravan's love for Sita)
> 3) Gilli talks about the beauty that Sita is.
> 4) Ranjha is a romantic number .
> 5) Khilli re is Sita singing with flowers and trees around her waiting for
> her love to return ( probably before the kidnap)
> 6) Kata Kata bechara depicts a guy getting married. Its his last day being
> single. Vikram's marriage to ash.
> 
> 
> On Sat, Apr 24, 2010 at 2:26 AM, indmovbuff  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > The booklet seems to suggest that Khilli re will be pictured on Vikram and
> > Ash (three very interesting stills there including the ones with ARB
> > dancing- the ones that have been on the internet for a long time now). Kata
> > Kata looks big too in keeping with the articles regarding 500+ dancers etc.
> > It looks like it's Raavan's sister(Surpanakha played by Priyamani)'s
> > wedding. Colourful. Behene de has the Bachchans - extremely interesting
> > stills. Apparently, Bollywood Hungama have the video of the song already and
> > will put it up on their website in the coming days. Ranjha Ranjha with the
> > Bachchans again. Thok de and Beera is with AB only.
> >
> > The booklet is an absolute treat. How I wish I could understand the lyrics.
> > Can some kid soul please give a gist as to what each song is trying to
> > convey? Especially Behene De. Would be very grateful!
> >
> >  
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> www.gomzyphotography.com
>

[arr] Re: Milliblog reviews Raavan

[indmovbuff]

Would like to request him to make an additional note in a week's time. This 
album is  rich and will take ages to absorb the intricacies fully. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
>
> Music review: Raavan (Hindi – A R Rahman)
> 
> *Beera*, in true Rahman style, takes a spirited, free-flowing life of its
> own; the energizing tune, completely fresh vocals of Mustafa Kutoane's
> literally African sound and Vijay Prakash's spritely rendition…it all adds
> up perfectly. *Behene de* is gorgeous! Resembling the style of Taj Mahal's
> Kuliridhu is a massive advantage, even as it takes many fascinating turns
> mid-way. Karthik is in dazzling form in this track! *Thok di killi*'s exotic
> sounds and energy have it in great stead even beyond those occasionally
> predictable Arabic'esque phases, thanks in large doses to the energizer
> bunny-level liveliness of Sukhwinder Singh. The way it ends, in almost a
> frenzy, is a nice touch! *Ranjha ranjha*, with its methodically ascending
> orchestration and earthy vocals by Rekha Bharadwaj, offers instant
> gratification. Add to that, Javed Ali's polished vocals, some scintillating
> interludes and sheer lyrical drama by Gulzar – this is a clear winner! *Khili
> re* is Rahman-template in every note…that semi-devotional, heartfelt
> rendition by a lady – sounds functional, but is also the sole
> mildly-appealing track. *Kata kata* is a euphoric victory, but; immediately
> catchy and hummable, with enough mind-boggling layers hidden to unravel on
> multiple listens. Mani, as always, continues to bring the best out of
> Rahman!
> 
> 
> http://itwofs.com/milliblog/2010/04/23/music-review-raavan-hindi-a-r-rahman/
>

[arr] CD Booklet and lyrics

[indmovbuff]

The booklet seems to suggest that Khilli re will be pictured on Vikram and Ash 
(three very interesting stills there including the ones with ARB dancing- the 
ones that have been on the internet for a long time now). Kata Kata looks big 
too in keeping with the articles regarding 500+ dancers etc. It looks like it's 
Raavan's sister(Surpanakha played by Priyamani)'s wedding. Colourful. Behene de 
has the Bachchans - extremely interesting stills. Apparently, Bollywood Hungama 
have the video of the song already and will put it up on their website in the 
coming days. Ranjha Ranjha with the Bachchans again. Thok de and Beera is with 
AB only. 

The booklet is an absolute treat. How I wish I could understand the lyrics. Can 
some kid soul please give a gist as to what each song is trying to convey? 
Especially Behene De. Would be very grateful!

[arr] Kata Kata- an authentic South Asian meal

[indmovbuff]

It's got our cultural diversity (North and South) written all over it  with 
every beat and instrumental arrangements with some amazing blend of vocals. 
Wow! Loving Kunal and Ila. 

[arr] Beera, the next Chaiyya or better!

[indmovbuff]

Rich Rich Rich! This song is catchy - knew it from the promo but didn't think 
it would be this addictive! Gosh.  Especially with AR doing a peek-a-boo ever 
so often . Amazing. Why why why, is it short?! 

[arr] The magical Mani-ARR combo

[indmovbuff]

They are the best. If anyone has any doubts, just listen to this musically rich 
album. Goosebumps! 

Chord- well done on Behene De! 

[arr] Re: Raavan - Official track list - why is Asha's song chopped???

[indmovbuff]

I think Asha never sang for Raavan. If you traced the article that mentioned 
she was singing, it didn't look at all like a reputable site giving reliable 
news. Probably belongs to the rumour-loving website category. But then again, 
perhaps she sang for the tamil version. Chin up, Chord. We'll wait for part 2. 
:) 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> Thanks for sharing this information!
> 
> Based on this.only 6 tracks.no AR sung number, no instrumental or 
> theme number, no Asha Bhonsle Number, which I was really, really, really, 
> really hoping to hear, as that would have been a nice semi-classical number. 
> Bollywood Hungama has a "Ranjha Ranjha Unplugged" track.  Is that true or 
> false? I assume false because it's not in the official tracklist on the AR 
> site.  Someone needs to inform Bollywood Hungama that their info is false!
> 
> My disappointment right now is only for the fact that Asha's number has not 
> been included in the CD.  Why?  I don't understand how these things work and 
> I have a feeling that Rahman has nothing to do with these decisions.  Having 
> Asha's number in the CD would have added so much in my opinion."Madhuban 
> Chor".if that is correct, sounds like a nice semi-classical Kathak number 
> that I've been waiting to hear from Rahman for so damn long.  
> Again, I have to wait.  I'm pretty upset about this and somehow, I knew this 
> was going to happen.Qawali chopped off in JA, now this number chopped off 
> in Raavan.  Now, my only hope is that we hear this song on the Tamil version.
> 
> Now, that being said, I don't know how the remaining 6 songs will be like and 
> I may be blown away by them when I hear them and totally love this album when 
> it comes outwhich is what I'm hoping.  The fact that there is flute and 
> sitar in Reena's song is very exciting to me, along with the fact that her 
> song on that 30 second clip sounded very sweet and melodious.  The fact that 
> there is Oud and Shehnai in one of the songs is also very exciting and from 
> the clips that I've heard so far, quite a few songs sound quite melodious.  
> So, my hopes are still high and I'm still excited.
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
> >
> > On www.arrahman.com
> >
>

[arr] Re: Raavan and Wiki

[indmovbuff]

Now this person's gone completely mad! We have Chinmayi, Lata and the works.  
The IP address of this entertainer happens to be : 137.101.194.39 
He/She is on an editing spree. At least gives us something to look and laugh at 
until the CDs are out! 



--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Ashok Purohit  wrote:
>
> Its more frustrating to see changes in singers again
>  
> See the latest update on Wiki below
>  
> Track # Song Artist(s) 
> 1 Beera Beera Vijay Prakash, lata mangheskar 
> 2 Behne De Karthik 
> 3 Kata lekin thora sa Ila Arun, Sapna Awasthi, Kunal Ganjawala 
> 4 Khilli Re Reena Bhardwaj 
> 5 Ranjha Ranjha HEER HEER rahat fateh ali khan, 
> 6 Thok De Killi Sukhwinder Singh 
> 7 Raavan RAM friendship Instrumental
>  
> I suggest we no longer use Wiki as a reference for ARR, someone is killing 
> his time for no good reason.
>  
> cheers, 
> 
> Regards,
> Ashok Singh Purohit
> 
> --- On Tue, 20/4/10, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> 
> 
> From: Indmov Buff 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Re: Raavan and Wiki
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Tuesday, 20 April, 2010, 8:39 AM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> True. As of now the tracks have been reduced to 7 and Rahman no longer 
> features on the list. The wait is killing me! 
> 
> --- On Mon, 19/4/10, Rivjot  wrote:
> 
> 
> From: Rivjot 
> Subject: [arr] Re: Raavan and Wiki
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Monday, 19 April, 2010, 18:43
> 
> 
>   
> 
> Too much mess on wikipedia... new songs getting added, singers getting 
> changed. As you said, someone is having fun, but they are playing with our 
> emotions :(
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> >
> > Someone is having a lot of fun with Raavan on wiki. Now we have a 9th 
> > track! Where is all this information coming from? Even if it was someone's 
> > imagination, the extended version from Bollywood Hungama's original list 
> > sure is looking good. If only we could have an official tracklist on AR's 
> > webpage *hint hint* (Gopal/Vijay) . 
> >
>

Re: [arr] 30 secs promo of all Raavan Songs

[indmovbuff]

Agreed. As excited and impatient I am for the release, I will not be listening 
to these promos, unless they go up on the official webpage. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Ashok Purohit  wrote:
>
> Thanks Vijay for the post.
>  
> However, let's not repeat the BLUE episode again by cross-sectioning (some 
> people call it reviewing!) these 30 secs clips.
>  
> Cheers,
> 
> Regards,
> Ashok Singh Purohit
> 
> --- On Tue, 20/4/10, Vijay  wrote:
> 
> 
> From: Vijay 
> Subject: [arr] 30 secs promo of all Raavan Songs
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Tuesday, 20 April, 2010, 11:16 AM
> 
> 
> http://www.ravanmovie.com/2010/04/raavan-listen-songs-online-30-second.html
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
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Re: [arr] 30 secs promo of all Raavan Songs

[indmovbuff]

This is not official yet. The website you mention is Not the official website. 
It is a fan page. The official Raavan website is : 
http://www.raavan-thefilm.com/

And the original mail was not from Vijay Iyer (think you might have 
misunderstood that it was).

 
--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Srini Santhanam  wrote:
>
> This is what i found in the Raavan website that Vijay sent: Tamil  
> songs tracklist AR Rahman singing Veera Veera :))
> 
> 1. Veera Veera by A R Rahman, Kailash Kher;
> 2. Kata Kata by Ila Arun, Malgudi Subha, Sonu Niigaam;
> 3. Kaadhale by Shreya Ghoshal;
> 4. Madhuvanam by Asha Bhonsle, Chitra Sivaraman
> 5. Moozhgi Vidava by Karthik.
> 6. Aaruyir Nenje by Mahalaxmi Iyer, Rashid Ali
> 7. Chakaa Chakka by Naresh Iyer!
> 
> 
> http://www.ravanmovie.com/2010/04/raavanan-tamil-complete-official.html
> 
> Cheers,
> Srini
> 
> 
> On Apr 20, 2010, at 7:16 PM, Vijay wrote:
> 
> > http://www.ravanmovie.com/2010/04/raavan-listen-songs-online-30-second.html
> >
> >
> >
>

[arr] Re: Raavan - Official track list

[indmovbuff]

Thanks AR and the team! Puts all the speculation to rest. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gopal Srinivasan  wrote:
>
> On www.arrahman.com
>

[arr] Re: Veera veera inspired from Balinese monkey chant

[indmovbuff]

Niven, you can't expect people to not think that your post is baseless and 
slightly unwarranted at this point , given that the teaser was only 30 seconds 
long! The subject line of your e-mail itself sounded as though you had come to 
the conclusion that it was indeed an inspiration - just 30 seconds of a song 
and you were certain. Patience my friend. It will be out soon.And then we can 
all have our discussions about the songs. Of course you are entitled to your 
opinion but it is irritable that you made it sound as though you were certain 
that it was an inspiration, at this point when the baby hasn't even entered the 
real world.

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "Niven"  wrote:
>
> Its second time I get this kind of response!!! As if my post is baseless n 
> nonsense... and a disgrace to the high profile group consisting of highly 
> knowledgeable people and as if im an insult to the group with my low profile 
> observation.
> 
> Regards.
> 
> Niven 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gomzy™  wrote:
> >
> > phew.
> > 
> > On Tue, Apr 20, 2010 at 10:08 AM, Niven  wrote:
> > 
> > >
> > >
> > > VEERA VEERA is very likable and catchy... I will love it for sure
> > >
> > > INSPIRED, not copy, no plagiarism debate, and i dont intend to...
> > >
> > > Its called Kecak dance relating to Ramayana.
> > >
> > > The trailer song just reminds me of a 1992 documentary called BARAKA by 
> > > Ron
> > > Fricke.
> > >
> > > Its the second song i think being inspired on this dance, first one was a
> > > song by Dr. L. Subramanium called Jai Hanuman on album 'Global fusion'
> > >
> > > Link here http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RkxuPxdsZ58&feature=related
> > >
> > > starts @ 0:32
> > >
> > > Regards,
> > >
> > > Niven
> > >
> > >  
> > >
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > -- 
> > www.gomzyphotography.com
> >
>

[arr] Re: Raavan and Wiki

[indmovbuff]

:) I find all this fascinating. Yes, Version 2 should def include this. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "AJ"  wrote:
>
> Please remind me to add "tracklist confusion, manipulation, and multiple 
> versions" in my next edition of "Sequence of Events Prior to a New ARR Album".
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> >
> > Someone is having a lot of fun with Raavan on wiki. Now we have a 9th 
> > track! Where is all this information coming from? Even if it was someone's 
> > imagination, the extended version from Bollywood Hungama's original list 
> > sure is looking good. If only we could have an official tracklist on AR's 
> > webpage *hint hint* (Gopal/Vijay). 
> >
>

Re: [arr] Raavan- Official Website

[indmovbuff]

Absolutely! It's looking like a love story to me (with complex characters and 
relationships of course). BGMs galore! 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Karthik Subramaniam  
wrote:
>
> Deep thoughts in his note ( as expected).
> And the music that plays in the background is awesome!
> 
> On Sun, Apr 18, 2010 at 12:08 AM, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> >   Stunning! (especially the director's note which gives an insight into
> > what we are in for)
> >
> > http://www.raavan-thefilm.com/
> >
> > 
> >
>

Re: [arr] Raavan Teaser (Finally)

[indmovbuff]

Looks like Bollywood Hungama do have a deal with Tips (release of track list, 
logo at the end of the teaser etc). so we may have the tracks for online 
streaming at some point after the official release (or if luckyon the same day 
of the release). So the wait for the CD will not be as torturous as it would be 
otherwise! 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, KJ  wrote:
>
> So this is beera beera song by Vijay Prakash :) The sound is awesome,
> african folk ? very earthy
> 
> On Fri, Apr 16, 2010 at 11:34 PM, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> 
> >
> >
> > Haunting! Cannot wait anymore.
> >
> > http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZG09iGjKH0E
> >
> >
> >  
> >
>

[arr] Re: Raavan Teaser (Finally)

[indmovbuff]

Same here! Hardly any noise about the tamil version. When will we see that? But 
this one AB is simply amazing. It's got Mani-ARR combo written all over it. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, shalivahan Phoebus  
wrote:
>
> Goose bumps .. goose bumps ...goose bumps all over. Back grnd score adhurs, 
> waiting for more trailers esp with Chiyan Vikram in it.
> 
> --- On Fri, 16/4/10, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> 
> From: Indmov Buff 
> Subject: [arr] Raavan Teaser (Finally)
> To: "A R" 
> Date: Friday, 16 April, 2010, 3:34 PM
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> Send free SMS to your Friends on Mobile from your Yahoo! Messenger. Download 
> Now! http://messenger.yahoo.com/download.php
>

[arr] Re: Rahman and the London Philharmonic Orchestra

[indmovbuff]

Anyone on here coming for this concert? Anyone with any information on this? 
AR's official website does not seem to have a mention and I am beginning to 
wonder if he's even going to be part of it ? Can anyone confirm his role in 
this event because these tickets weren't cheap!  

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Indmov Buff  wrote:
>
> Why has there been almost nothing on this event? For me, this is the biggest 
> event this year - AR Rahman and the famous London Philharmonic Orchestra  ( 
> Rahman's music in Orchestral form=divine!) and hardly any press 
> releases/publicity or official announcements about this event. Slightly 
> disappointed! 
>

[arr] Re: Official video of VTV audio release (Magical unplugged versions)

[indmovbuff]

Sanjay,

My reply to Rivjot is relevant here so will paste it. 

Rivjot, I apologise for having to make you write what you called an unpleasent 
e-mail and hence spoiling your mood. That was not my intention. I understand 
that there are shortcomings in the way the current music industry functions and 
we all know that it is a global problem. However, I think it's very easy to 
point fingers.

I currently do not live in an area/county in which I have access to tamil 
music, let alone Indian music. I have gone through what you have as well - the 
painful wait and trust me, I know the feeling. You know what I do now? I get my 
neice to buy me a CD when she gets her copy in India, and then she burns my CD 
and e-mails the mp3s to me.  I am sure we all have some trustworthy 
friends/family who have access to instant markets and this is just one option. 
That way my thirst for wanting to listen  to the music within hours of its 
release is taken care of and I get my copy of the CD by post in 5-10 days time. 
I get the added satisfaction of not having fed the pirates- that feeling just 
makes every soundtrack even more special for me.  That's the least I can do for 
Rahman and the brilliant team behind his music. Where there's a will, there's a 
way.

I strongly condemn piracy. It is stealing, although we don't like to admit to 
it. And we are not only just stealing music but we are also stealing people's 
livelihood. That's wrong. Just my two cents worth.


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "sanjayshankar"  
wrote:
>
> No, the preaching is not excused.  You know what encourages piracy??  
> 
> If the rights holder does not make enough CDs available, and on top of that 
> prevents the 2 biggest online sellers of digital music from selling MP3s in 
> one of the biggest markets, then I will download it.  I have also pre-ordered 
> the CD on Amazon, which will probably get it to me by February and so I WILL 
> MOST DEFINITELY download it with a clear conscience.
> 
> I also tried to buy from amazon.co.uk, but you can't do that from US because 
> of 'geographical restrictions'.  
> 
> On top of all this, there's a stupid iphone app (a world first apparently.. 
> in what?  stupidity?).  What about people not having an iphone / ipod touch?
> 
> Whoever is responsible for this debacle in the US, shame on you for letting 
> pirates be the 'heroes'.
> 
> -Sanjay
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> >
> > I meant to add, 
> > Vijay or Gopal or anyone else who could give me this info- any chance we 
> > could buy these unplugged versions ? Surely, I can't be the first one to 
> > ask this question. Please please pass on the request to whoever is 
> > involved. It would be such a shame if these tracks aren't released - the 
> > DVD at least? Please. 
> > 
> > --- On Fri, 15/1/10, Indmov Buff  wrote:
> > 
> > From: Indmov Buff 
> > Subject: [arr] Official video of  VTV audio release (Magical unplugged 
> > versions)
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > Date: Friday, 15 January, 2010, 8:34
> > 
> > 
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> >   
> >   
> >   http://tamil. techsatish. net/file/ vinnai-thandi- varuvaya- 
> > audio-release/
> > 
> > Amazing
> > unplugged versions of the VTV soundtrack. Damn! Can we convince the
> > organisers to release these tracks?! I am sure someone's ripping them
> > as I type but the high quality version of the unplugged version is
> > priceless. What do we have to do to get our hands on these gems? 
> > 
> > This
> > soundtrack is growing on me. Mannipaye was an immediete draw for me and
> > now slowly the other songs are growing on me. There's something magical
> > about this soundtrack. Something. Cannot find the right words to
> > describe the feeling.But there sure is something.  I really hope this
> > movie is all what we expect it to be. Good luck to the team!  
> > 
> > And
> > please buy the CD folks. Please. It's sad to see people justifying
> > listening to the pirated (read stolen) version with "oh I am going to
> > buy the CD anyway so it's alright to download the pirated version ".
> > That's really not the attitude we should be taking as responsible fans.
> > The pirated market is thriving because of sentiments like this.
> > Demand=supply. These videos remind you of the hardwork and passion that
> > goes behind a soundtrack like this and how do we reward them ?By
> > stealing their work. In my eyes, there's no difference between someone
> > who only downloads pirated mp3s and someone who downloads pirated mp3s
> > and then buys the CD. Both are equally guilty for creating demand for
> > pirated music. These artists deserve better. And for those reputable
> > music reviwers out there (likes of Karthik-milliblog etc), I humbly
> > request you to not write up reviews based on stolen music. Please. It
> > may not change your opinion of the soundtra

[arr] Re: Tume mile (Non-Arr)

[indmovbuff]

Chord, you really puzzle me with such posts. 90% of your posts are all praise 
for Rahman's music and then occasionally you have these shockers. I remember 
one in which you implied that rahman didn't deserve a Filmfare for Guru and 
that filmfare were biased towards him. This one implies that you won't be 
disappointed if Pritam wins best music for Tum Mile, a soundtrack you haven't 
still even given a listen to. You obviously have a right to your opinion but 
some of your posts (amongst some gems) puzzles me about your view on Rahman's 
music. Personally, I haven't listened to anything better than Delhi 6 this year 
and I think Rahman should win for this, hands down. I will be disappointed (and 
not insecure)as Rahman fan and more importantly a fan of good music, if he 
doesn't. DevD comes a good second in the race. I am not denying Tum Mile a 
place in the top 5 soundtracks so far this year. It's good and I've taken to 
Pritam's music in the recent past (despite all the plagiarism) but I m not 
going to say I'd be happy if it wins an award over a Delhi 6 or a DevD or even 
a Kaminey. And no, this has nothing to do with insecurity. 

P.S: Sorry about the rant, but you do genuinely puzzle me with such posts. 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, "ichord"  wrote:
>
> If Pritam wins best music award this year, I 'll be happy for him.  He's 
> actually a nice guy from what I can fathom and his music is very popular.  I 
> have yet to listen to Tum Mile, but I hear it's really good from a lot of 
> sources.  ARR fans don't need to feel insecure if an award goes to someone 
> else.  
> 
> 
> 
> --- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, vedavid manick  wrote:
> >
> > Hey everyone,
> > In the few times i have posted i have noted that I am a rahman fan becasue 
> > I am a fan of great music.
> >  
> > I could not agree more that TUM MILE is one of the best albums of this 
> > year. Pritam has put himself as a strong contender for the best music 
> > director of thr year with this one.
> >  
> > On that note, Rahman has done a good job with blue, but i fear the music is 
> > not catching on as it normally does.
> >  
> > Other recent brillian scores are RUSLAAN, WHATS YOUR RASHEE and LONDON 
> > DREAMS, the latter two also being very strong contender along with pritam.
> >  
> > Plagarism charges have been made against pritam before, hope it does not 
> > happen with TUM MILE as wll. Its nothing short of magical.
> > 
> > 
> > --- On Wed, 9/23/09, Anish Gupte  wrote:
> > 
> > 
> > From: Anish Gupte 
> > Subject: [arr] Tume mile (Non-Arr)
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2009, 10:28 AM
> > 
> > 
> >   
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Guys u must check out this soundtrack by Pritam...TUM MILE
> > 
> > 
> > Its a wonderful album ..Tum Mile and Dil Ibaadat are really beautiful 
> > songs...listening to the others now...they seem good too...
> > 
> > 
> > Anish.
> >
>

[arr] Pairon Pe Jannat Hai

[indmovbuff]

Any further news on this?  
 As pointed out below, the sound clarity is quite good and it would be sad if 
someone actually has let Mani and Rahman down by releasing it like this. On the 
other hand, I love the bit that's on the youtube clip (irrespective of whether 
it is actually on the soundtrack or not). 

 arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Aakarsh  wrote:
>
> Hmm... The sound quality seems to be crystal clear, which means the chances 
> of this being a song from Raavan is unlikely... Ofcourse, if the person who 
> posted it is directly involved with ARR's studio or Music Company, there 
> might be a little chance of he leaking it. Disbelievable, but still... may be.
>  
> Now coming to something interesting:
>  
> Raavan has Maniratnam-ARR-Gulzar combination.
>  
> The lyrics of this song start as 'Pairon Pe Jannat Hai'
>  
> The same combo's first film Dil Se, had the song Chaiyya Chaiyya, whose 
> opening lines did have 'Paaoon ke Neeche Jannat Hogi'.
>  
> Strange!! The plot thickens, Dr. Watson 
> 
> 
> 
> Regards
> Kamal Aakarsh Vishnubhotla.
>  
> http://kamal-aakarsh.blogspot.com 
>  
> 
> --- On Wed, 3/25/09, Vithur  wrote:
> 
> 
> From: Vithur 
> Subject: Re: [arr] Is this really a song from Mani Ratnam's Raavan
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2009, 10:17 PM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> God Alone Knows...  It would be great if it isnt. Lets wait for the music to 
> release legally..
>  
> 
> 
>  
> On Wed, Mar 25, 2009 at 6:57 PM, Rahul Abraham  
> wrote:
> 
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> 
> 
> http://www.youtube. com/watch? v=Db77Rs9k8C0&feature=related
>  
> Regards,
> Rahul
>  
>  
> 
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> regards,
> Vithur
>

Re: [arr] Your Last song in this Life

[indmovbuff]

Uyirum Neeye Uravum Neeye from Pavithra reflecting my gratitude for 
all the things that I have had in this birth which came to me in the 
form of my mother. 


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Somashekar Bj <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
wrote:
>
> OMG!! If that happens, i'd like to listen "Ek tu hi bharosa" from 
Pukar to pray him to spare me from death ;)
> 
> OK jokes apart, My choice would be to hear " Ey Ajnabi" from Dil Se.
> 
> Rgds.,
> Somashekar
> 
> --- On Sat, 8/23/08, Vithur <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> From: Vithur <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Subject: [arr] Your Last song in this Life
> To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> Date: Saturday, August 23, 2008, 3:15 PM
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> Dear All, 
>  
> Just a thought which struck me today... May be this topic would be 
interesting or ignored.. I dont know.. But just give it a thought 
>  
> suppose God tells you, that you have another five or six minutes 
more in this life , which is left over, and your end is nearing you. 
Which song of ARR would you love to listen it as last  
>  
> I would love to listen to " Tere Bina " from Guru, and my mom told 
me she would want to listen to Khwaja Mere Khwaja ...
>  
> What would be your choicess... Pls mention only one song.. Just 
one. No two or more choices pls
> 
> -- 
> regards,
> Vithur
> 
> ARR -- The Sweet Cube always
>

Re: [arr] Jodhaa Akbar 3-disc DVD

[indmovbuff]

Sorry to double post but has anyone in the UK had any luck with the 
Jodha Akbar DVD? I have tried both HMV and Virgin (online as well) and 
haven't had any luck! 
 I doubt the American DVD available in induna.com would work on the 
British systems.
Any thoughts?


--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Vithur <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
>
> The same is available in Chennai Music world also
> 
> 2008/8/23 Gopal Srinivasan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> 
> >   http://www.induna.com/103710-productdetails/
> >
> > 
> >
> 
> 
> 
> -- 
> regards,
> Vithur
> 
> ARR -- The Sweet Cube always
>

[arr] Re: Jodhaa Akbar 3-disc DVD

[indmovbuff]

Does anyone here have any past experience in buying from this site? 

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gopal Srinivasan <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
wrote:
>
> http://www.induna.com/103710-productdetails/
>

[arr] BBC Asian Network Interview

[indmovbuff]

Not sure if this was posted here before. Did a quick search in messages 
and didn't find it so posting it...

one of the interviews bringing out the more spiritual side of him. A 
small window into his thought process on war and faith. 
When asked to sing Piya Haji Ali he says he can't sing with his shoes 
on. 

http://www.bbc.co.uk/asiannetwork/gagan_grewal/video.shtml

[arr] Poll for best Rahman-Director combo ; Please try and restrict your choice to

[indmovbuff]

two combinations please. 

[arr] Poll for best Rahman-Director combo

[indmovbuff]

Like I said previously, I hope we can never find an answer to this 
since we are bowled over by the different sounds and dimensions these 
directors bring out from Rahman. However it would be nice to know who's 
popular amongst us. I've stuck to directors who've done more than a 
couple of movies with him (hence left out Omprakash Mehra). So do cast 
your vote for your fav combo here --->

http://groups.yahoo.com/group/arrahmanfans/surveys?id=2663048

[arr] Re: Loved Jodha Akbar! Go see it!

[indmovbuff]

The particular bgm I am refering to isn't the sitar piece. that too 
is very nice. This one is more of an orchestral piece and is very 
very nice. The roja bgm is orchestral too.

Haven't seen this ad you are refering to , Gomzy. Do they have 
different versions of it perhaps with the different bgms? that would 
be something i want my hand on!

--- In arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com, Gomzy <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> 
wrote:
>
> If you have seen the 'Tanishq" ad promoting Jodha Akbar, the sitar 
theme is
> fully used there.
> I think its used when Jodha offers lunch in the movie.
> 
> 
> On 2/18/08, Indmov Buff <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >
> >You may be right on the fact that it was indeed the song and 
not a bgm.
> > I am going to watch it again next Saturday (already booked my 
ticket!) so
> > will look out for the bgms this time. But one that stuck to my 
head is that
> > one that I've mentioned in another e-mail - the one played in the 
wedding
> > night and the scene where jodha does her caligraphy lesson. I 
love that
> > piece. it came in some other places too. What I am puzzled abt is 
that no
> > one seems to have related the Akbar angry bgm to the terrorist 
one in Roja.
> > Because no one has commented on this, I am beginning to think tht 
i was
> > imagining stuff!
> >
> > - Original Message 
> > From: mayahgr <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > To: arrahmanfans@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Monday, February 18, 2008 10:29:35 AM
> > Subject: [arr] Re: Loved Jodha Akbar! Go see it!
> >
> >  good write up. i have the same opinions. The bgms were really 
good
> > too. I think it wasn't a bgm playing after the kitchen scene but 
the
> > remaining of jashn-e-bahara itself.Need to watch it again!
> >
> > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com ,
> > "Sai"  wrote:
> > >
> > > Wonderful review...
> > >
> > > watched the movie last night, and I LOVED IT TOO!!! I felt the
> > movie
> > > was perfectly picturised (may be trimming one or two scenes at 
the
> > > beginning). But overall, the movie was a rocker
> > >
> > > P.s: I feel Hrithik-Ash is anyday better than Abhishek-Ash
> > >
> > > sai
> > >
> > > --- In arrahmanfans@ yahoogroups. com ,
> > "indmovbuff" 
> > > wrote:
> > > >
> > > > For me it works big time, mainly because of the beautiful
> > portrayal
> > > > of the romance between Akbar and Jodha. I am a bit puzzled as 
to
> > > why
> > > > the chemistry between these two (Hrithik-Ash ) hasn't been 
taken
> > > > seriously in the past. The way they both emote is very soulful
> > and
> > > > real. The romance in the story is so beautiful and is in no 
way a
> > > > comparison to the recent cheap stuff we get in Indian cinema. 
If
> > > this
> > > > film doesn't work in the box office, I would be seriously
> > concerned
> > > > about the mentality of Indian movie goers! Yes it's a bit too
> > long
> > > > but it's one of those movies you wish you could see more and 
more
> > > of.
> > > > A few points
> > > >
> > > > [SOME SPOILERS BELOW]
> > > >
> > > > 1) The sets are lovely and more importantly the costumes look 
so
> > > very
> > > > grand and beautiful. The jewellery too!Not only Ash's but even
> > > > Hrithik's.
> > > > 2) Her two conditions before marriage : was a bit puzzled as 
to
> > why
> > > > she put them across to him. Was it because she was hoping that
> > he'd
> > > > reject the marriage? But then in the previous scene she seems 
to
> > > > suggest to her mother that the wedding needs to go ahead by
> > > > acknowledging the fact that it will be in the best interest of
> > her
> > > > ppl and that it's worth the 'sacrifice'.
> > > > 3) Khwaja mere Khwaja is a song based entirely (or at least 
90%)
> > on
> > > > the Sufi singers (focussing many a times on their faces). It 
is a
> > > > spiritual song where towards the end, the sufi singers get 
into a
> > > > (spiritual) trans and are joined in the same by Akbar.
> > > Interestingly,
> > > > the sufi singers consisted of at least 3 pairs of twins! Is 
that
> > > part
> > > > of the culture or was it just part of Gowarikar's creativity? 
It
> > > was
> > > > an emotional journ

[arr] JA Bgm

[indmovbuff]

I posted another one with regards to this but it hasn't got through. 
I'd remembered that i'd forgotten to mention this really nice BGM in 
the movie. The one that is played on their wedding night and later when 
Jodha shows her caligraphy to Akbar. This piece is really very 
beautiful. Lot of play in it. 
There is also the one similar to the Roja Bgm (the one with the 
terrorit background). Only the first bit is played whenever Akbar is 
portrayed to be angry. 

[arr] Loved Jodha Akbar! Go see it!

[indmovbuff]

For me it works big time, mainly because of the beautiful portrayal 
of the romance between Akbar and Jodha. I am a bit puzzled as to why 
the chemistry between these two (Hrithik-Ash ) hasn't been taken 
seriously in the past. The way they both emote is very soulful and 
real. The romance in the story is so beautiful and is in no way a 
comparison to the recent cheap stuff we get in Indian cinema. If this 
film doesn't work in the box office, I would be seriously concerned 
about the mentality of Indian movie goers! Yes it's a bit too long 
but it's one of those movies you wish you could see more and more of. 
A few points 

[SOME SPOILERS BELOW]

1) The sets are lovely and more importantly the costumes look so very 
grand and beautiful. The jewellery too!Not only Ash's but even 
Hrithik's.
2) Her two conditions before marriage : was a bit puzzled as to why 
she put them across to him. Was it because she was hoping that he'd 
reject the marriage? But then in the previous scene she seems to 
suggest to her mother that the wedding needs to go ahead by 
acknowledging the fact that it will be in the best interest of her 
ppl and that it's worth the 'sacrifice'. 
3) Khwaja mere Khwaja is a song based entirely (or at least 90%) on 
the Sufi singers (focussing many a times on their faces). It is a 
spiritual song where towards the end, the sufi singers get into a 
(spiritual) trans and are joined in the same by Akbar. Interestingly, 
the sufi singers consisted of at least 3 pairs of twins! Is that part 
of the culture or was it just part of Gowarikar's creativity? It was 
an emotional journey, this song, especially the end. 
4)Mann mohana: another spiritual song pictured mainly on Ash. It 
again comes in two parts and is not a 5min chunk. When Akbar is 
defending his move after marrying Jodha to his ministers in the 
courtyard, this chant is heard and he is mesmerized immediately. He 
loses himself to the chant and unknowingly walks towards the source 
of the chant mesmerized by it, forgetting that he was in the middle 
of addressing his court. this scene goes hand in hand with the scene 
at the end of the sufi song, giving us Akbar's spiritual dimension. 
5) Jasn-e-bahaara : came in parts. It wasn't a 5 min chunk. It was 
split (in RangDeB style) but nevertheless so very apt. showing how 
the relationship between jodha and akbar grows (just like in the 
promos). Loved it!This is my fav tune in the sound track and still is 
after watching the picturisation. 
6)Azeem o shan- it was very grand. Looks like a lot of effort went 
into the song. Again, this song comes with some dialogues. 
7) in lam ho ke damon: this song came after my fav scene in the 
movie. The bit where Jodha writes Akabar's full name as part of her 
first calligraphy lesson and asks Akbar to read it. His reply to her 
and her reaction (in a split second )- a mixture of disappointment 
and deep affection)  to his confession. Superb! This is followed by a 
scene where they both confess their feelings to each other and breaks 
into In lam ho ke damon. Another very emotional and beautiful song 
portraying the feelings between the emperor and his empress. Just 
lovely. My second pick of the album! 
8) lot has been a written already abt the kitchen scene so I won't 
dwell into it- but again one of my fav scenes in the movie. if i 
remember well, i think it ended with a jashn -e-bahaara bgm. 
9) the sword fight between jodha and akbar had quite a nice bgm 
(minus the sword clashing sounds)
10) to be honest, I am going to watch it again .this time try and 
focus on the bgms in the movie. I hope at least this time, the movie 
won't distract me from trying to engross in the music!  ;)

There were so many great scenes in the movie. Another example is the 
one before the interval with Akbar confronting Jodha and asking her 
to leave but I won't get into them as this is not a review. Just my 
personal opinion of the movie and i felt i needed to share it with 
you guys. All in all, it's a LOVELY movie with some really great 
performances from the lead artists and the supporting cast.I never 
liked Hrithik's emotional scenes in any of his previous movies. 
thought he used to overact by trying to bring in some sort of 
shuddering-shivering effect (!)  but as Akbar he's just PERFECT! I 
can't think of anyone else who could play Akbar with such confidence, 
charm and power. Aishwarya emotes so very well with her eyes in this 
movie more than in any of her previous movies (with Iruvar coming a 
close second). Very graceful, with the right emotions in the right 
scenes. Supporting cast is just as good. Sujamal, Maham Anga are my 
pick. I loved every song in the movie. No disappointment at all as to 
how they were portrayed. One has to remember that the music was made 
truly for the movie. All those guys who bashed the music when it 
released, failed to realise that you can't always have an RDB or a 
Rangeela or even  a Taal or something that rahman did in the 90s. W

[arr] Loved Jodha Akbar! cont...

[indmovbuff]

Just remembered something on the BGMs.I can't believe I forgot to 
menion this in my previous mail. There is a really lovely BGM just 
after the wedding has been decided. The same is repeated in the wedding 
night scene.And bits of it is used later for the Jodha Akbar playful 
scenes. It's lovely!Also, a Roja bgm (the one with the terrorist 
backdrop) comes in at some points. Only the first bit of it though.