Rangrezz Music Review: Heard Before

Priyadarshan is a master in bringing remakes of South Indian movies in Bollywood. From his debut in 93 with Muskurahat to Gardish to Virasat to his last Hindi movie Kamaal Dhamaal Malamaal, all have been an adaptation of a South movie. This time he is back with Vashu Bhagnani’s Rangrezz, which is yet again an adaptation. Though his stories are adapted, music in his movies is usually original and melodious. He has always had a down South effect in his music which is been kept intact by C. Babu as a guest composer for two tracks. Sajid-Wajid are in charge for the greater part of the album while Sameer has penned the lyrics.

Govinda is at the helm of the album in Wajid’s own voice and is based on the sound of Govinda Aala Re. Wajid attempts to give it his all, especially with Sameer’s lyrics which are like an old wine in a new bottle. However, it is not able to recreate any kind of magic. Track lacks the lustre, which is associated with the situation. Only thing that might work is the choreography.

Shambhu Shiv Shambhu is a mix of devotional and motivational track, which needed a powerful voice, and Sajid Wajid invited Sukhwinder Singh to lend his vocals. It’s a fast paced track with lot of energy and enthusiasm. Though situational, it will definitely find its audience in dance and award shows due to the composition and vitality. As the composition is very catchy and spell binding, there is another version with Shankar Mahadevan who sings it with a lot of compassion and vigour.

Rahat Fateh Ali Khan comes next in the album with a Qawalli Dil Ko Aaya Sukoon. By now, listeners are familiar with Sajid Wajid’s style and composition, especially post Dabangg. This one seems to follow the same route with the help of Hiral Brahambhatt. Though the composition is melodious and Rahat’s voice is a sure shot winner, it is on listener’s appetite to take one more from the same box. There is nothing new which they have not heard before.

Yaaron Aisa Hai concludes the album in a breezy style with Salim Merchant coming behind the mike. This one celebrates life and friendship in a very easy manner. Salim’s voice is attractive and tries to bind you with the smoothness of the track. However, it might not be able to get repeat listeners. Though Bollywood is riding high on friendship wave, courtesy Manja (Kai Po Che!), this one fails to add to the wave and falls short.

Vashu Bhagnani’s F.A.L.T.U had tracks, which made the young and the old generation hum it and remember it for a long time. Same results for Rangrezz are doubtful though. Both motivational tracks at the beginning have the capability to click but the remaining carry a heard before feeling.