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Till today,the only two multi-composer films that have made a musical impact are Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham8230; 2001 and Zeher 2005. And lo! and behold,we get a third film five years on. Easily Prakash Jhas best music ever,Raajneeti has a song each by four composers 8211; the hugely-talented but under-used Shantanu Moitra,who composes a folk-based item song remember the Sandesh Shandilya song featuring Manyata Dutt in Jhas Gangaajal?,market leader Pritam,the understated and musically accomplished Aadesh Shrivastava 8211; and finally,in a first,an American Wayne Sharpe who actually composes the Hindi theme track written by Gulzar.
And guess who wins? The talented man from across the seas!
The song has two versions 8211; one by Shankar Mahadevan and the reprise by Sonu Niigaam. The former connects even more because of Shankars straight, soulful and simple rendition,while the Sonu version,though impressive,has the singers admirably-accomplished artistry overwhelming the composition and even taking attention away from the song per se. Still,few songs affect you and cast such an emotional spell blended with exhilaration in the way and to the degree this one does.
The second rank goes to Aadesh Shrivastava for his superb raag-based beauty that he also renders 8211; Mora piya mose bolat naahi. Lyricist Sameer keeps the verse supple Mora jiya mose bolat naahi / Dwaar jiya ke kholat naahi. The Kavita Seth version pales before this because of the gimmicky mix of vocals and orchestra.
Shantanus Ishq barse has a foot-stomping rhythm and a familiar aura about it. Singers Hamsika Iyer and Pronoy Biswas along with lyricist Swanand Kirkire sing it superbly. If filmed well,Ishq barse can really do well in the Beedi jalaaayale genre. Pritams Bheegi si bhaagi si is the conventional modern duet,but the recall value isnt very strong and Irshad Kamils lyrics could have been better. And the songs impact is considerably reduced by Mohit Chauhans flat singing and Antara Mitras over-cute tenor. This song will probably bring in the initial interest,but when the promo euphoria Waynes,the solid sur and symphonies will take over.
