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Sung with great tenderness by Narayan, Yagnik, and Vasundhara Das (the English vocals for Elizabeth), it features just the three leads, unlike the film’s other songs, all of which are generously peopled. The peacock feather tucked in the red cloth tied around his head, the yellow tilak on his forehead, and his and Singh’s yellow clothes set the stage for Javed Akhtar’s lyrics to flourish.Ī love ballad, it is a confessional song like no other. The brilliance of her subtle touches helps establish Aamir Khan’s Bhuvan as Kanha. The costume design by Athaiya for this song deserves special mention. Though all her movements are elegant, Singh never loses her rustic charm.Īsha Bhosle was 67 when she sang ' Radha Kaise Na Jale,' proving yet again that she was the reigning queen of songs that fit no boxes. But the rest of her is poised, gracefully dancing to music Rahman’s version of the Indian classical. Through her eyes and myriad facial expressions, she chides the man she loves for his impish conduct with other women. Her face speaks as much as the rest of her body. Since it is a community song, it has vocals by several seasoned artistes, including Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Sukhwinder Singh, Shankar Mahadevan, Shaan, and Kishori Gowariker.Ī playful chhed-chhaad dancing track choreographed masterfully by Saroj Khan, this song has Gracy Singh in all her glory. The choreography and the use of musical instruments help build the milieu of the film. Since it is the introductory song, it features all the major characters - everyone hopeful, in celebration, dressed in minimalist earthy costumes (by late Oscar-winning designer Bhanu Athaiya) befitting the time the film is set in. Under his direction, cinematographer Anil Mehta generously uses long shots and aerial shots to give a 360-degree panoramic view of the entire village. It is a heartfelt request to the clouds to pour long and hard, enough to quench the thirst of a village, and allow them to pay the undue lagaan (tax) thrust upon them by the Britishers.Ĭhoreographer Raju Khan uses several tools to successfully depict the excitement of an agrarian community on seeing clouds darken the sky, in the hope that it will rain.
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' Ghanan Ghanan' is a fervent plea of a people largely dependent on monsoon for their sustenance. The earth is parched, there is hardly any vegetation. It has not rained in the village of Champaner for years. As Lagaan turns 20 today, we revisit its songs crafted with much love, care, and ingenuity. When they do, the result is for all to see and cherish. It is not every day that Bollywood’s most formidable creators get together. Each has a purpose, is entirely in sync with the story, and furthers the narrative. Each piece is as carefully performed as it is created. Nor are they put together just for publicity. Its songs are not just dancing interludes meant to elevate a sagging story.
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If not for its inimitable music, at 225 minutes, Lagaan would not have been half as entertaining or memorable. The recent success of Shahid Kapoor’s Kabir Singh is a case in point. Though Hindi filmmakers are relying less and less on songs now, with some films doing completely without them, a good album still has the power to change the fate of a film. It won eight National Film Awards and Filmfare Awards each.īut for me, this historical sports drama stands out because of the enduring legacy of AR Rahman's music. Music maketh a film as much as the story, acting performances, and direction.
LAGAAN SONGS HINDI MOVIE
The most expensive Hindi movie to be made till then, it was the Oscar nominee for the Best Foreign Film category (now renamed as the Best International Film category). It was the third highest-grossing film of the year (after Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham and Gadar). Released in 2001, this Ashutosh Gowariker film is remembered for several reasons. Even after 20 years, it feels as fresh and is as relatable. Even after 20 years, the charm of this film’s music is irresistible. You will click on the next, hum along, be surprised that you still know all the lyrics (word for word), and marvel at the genius of all the maestros who contributed to the making of this memorable album. Watching any of Lagaan’s songs is going down a rabbit hole.