Saw the first half of #DangerousIshhq last night and have a confession to make...think I have a school boy crush on Karisma Kapoor!!
Dangerous Ishhq is a special album. First and foremost it brings the soundtrack of Karisma Kapoor's comeback film. Secondly, it is helmed by Vikram Bhatt who, more often than not, has ensured that his films carry good music. Thirdly, and most importantly, it has Himesh Reshammiya in charge who has now started making exceptions by composing for films that don't feature him. The fact that he has chosen Dangerous Ishhq after Bodyguard as one such exception is reason enough to believe that there would be something special in store for the songs that have been worded by Shabbir Ahmed.
MUSIC
The sound of piano at the very beginning of 'Tu Hi Rab Tu Hi Dua' establishes the fact that Vikram Bhatt definitely had a strong say in the way he wanted compositions for his film. Add to that the way rhythm shapes up for this love pretty much reminds one of the kind of soundtrack that Raaz had boasted of. The overall arrangements are pretty much in the same mode as Nadeem-Shravan which is a reason to rejoice for those longing for 90s style music to make a comeback.
Meanwhile Himesh Reshammiya maintains his identity for this song which is sung beautifully by Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Tulsi Kumar, hence ensuring that there is a definite winner at the very start of the album. Such is the melody of this song that one wants to play this one on in loop while conveniently ignoring the 'R & B Remix' and 'Reprise' versions which are clear distractions in the scheme of things and should have been best avoided since the original by itself is good enough to keep the listener engaged.
Himesh continues to gain further strength with 'Naina Re' (which again starts with the sound of piano) and brings himself on the scene as a singer as well. While this is the only song where he also features as a singer, he also ensures that he gives it all and makes it another highlight of the album. A love song with a hint of pathos to it where Shabbir brings in a touch of good poetry to the proceedings, it has a semi-classical base to it. However courtesy Himesh, the song does appeal to the masses as well and the overall sound created is such that one is hooked on to the proceedings in the very first listening.
What further adds weight to 'Naina Re' is the fact that Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and Shreya Ghoshal join Himesh behind the mike as well, hence making it a first and also a special outing. The kind of song that one would expect from Himesh, especially by those who have been hooked on to his compositions since the Aashiq Banaaya Aapne days, 'Naina Re' also appears in a 'remix' and 'reprise' version. Though the former could well be skipped since added instruments are more of an interruption than an add-on, it is the smooth flowing 'reprise' version that does turn out to be appealing.
If one remembers 'Ishq Ki Gali' from Himesh's Milenge Milenge, it won't be hard to draw a parallel with 'Ishq Mein Ruswaa' which features next. A 'qawalli' which has newcomer Anweshaa holding the centre-stage all on her own, 'Ishq Mein Ruswaa' avoids getting into a similar boisterous territory as most 'qawallis' and instead keeps background instruments at the very minimal. A situational track that takes time to catch your attention instead of hooking you on immediately, 'Ishq Mein... ' ensures that the album's mood is maintained despite songs fluctuating between different eras (in accordance to the film's setting). The 'remix version' is interestingly created though as the 'qawalli' is turned well into a club outing.
The song that seems a rather odd to begin with but gets stuck on your head after three to four hearing is 'Umeed'. A haunting outing about a woman wondering about her lost love and whether she would ever manage to gain it back; 'Umeed' is a good fusion of contemporary Indian music with Western arrangements and quintessential Himesh touch. A good cocktail which, despite being situational, has good enough potential to stay in your mind long after it has been played, 'Umeed' has Amrita Kak holding charge (and singing quite differently from her usual self as well) with Shahab Sabri bringing himself on intermittently.
Expected to play right through the course of the film at important junctures of the narrative, 'Umeed' also sees a 'remix version' for itself. Though even the original version is almost a club outing, the 'remix' only enhances the effect.
Shahab Sabri begins the proceedings for 'Lagan Lagi More Piya' which is core Indian in appeal and has an all-around happy feel to it while seemingly set in the Meerabai era. Shreya Ghoshal is just the right singer ropes in for this number which requires someone with high calibre to hold fort. Her voice enhances this love song which has a touch of devotional feel to it as well but never makes it overpowering enough to deviate from its commercial setting. Yet another situational track, it fits perfectly well into the film's setting.
OVERALL
What works most for the soundtrack of Dangerous Ishhq is the fact that it never once loses sight of core setting of the film's story and ensures that a steady momentum is maintained. This is encouraging for the album since the film isn't a quintessential musical romantic.
Nonetheless, since the music release is happening quite close to the film's release, it would require instant push through positive word of mouth to make huger impression commercially. However Vikram and Himesh can expect good popularity coming the album's way, courtesy at least a couple of tracks that are chartbuster material, what with 'Tu Hi Rab' and 'Naina Re' carrying enough power to play on for many more months to come.
OUR PICK(S)
Tu Hi Rab Tu Hi Dua, Naina Re, Umeed
- [YOUTUBE]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9EsmypT-Qo&feature=youtu.be[/YOUTUBE]
Tuesday, Apr 10 2012
Karisma Kapoor's Dangerous Ishhq theatrical trailer has generated over 70,000 YouTube views within days of its release.
The Vikram Bhatt-directed film marks the star's return to Bollywood following a career break to focus on her family.
"After the successful launch of its first theatrical trailer, everyone has huge expectations with the movie," said a statement.
"Karisma plays the role of Sanjana, a supermodel and the role of her husband is played by Rajniesh Duggal, son of a big industrialist.
"The project explores the relationship between Kapoor and Duggal's characters, who have known each other throughout a series of past lives."
Bhatt previously said that the film was the ideal comeback vehicle for '90s star Kapoor.
The movie also stars Jimmy Shergill, Divya Dutta, Sameer Kochar, Gracy Singh and Ruslaan Mumtaz.
http://www.digitalspy.co.uk/bollywood/news/a375706/karisma-kapoors-dangerous-ishhq-gets-70k-youtube-views-in-days.html?rss
April 11 by Shreya
Karisma Kapoor will be seen on the big screen after a long break in Vikram Bhatt's next film Dangerous Ishhq which will be in 3D. Its theatrical trailer was released with Titanic 3D. After the successful launch of its first theatrical trailer, everyone has huge expectations with the movie. Karisma plays the role of Sanjana, a supermodel and the role of her husband is played by Rajniesh Duggal, son of a big industrialist. Dangerous Ishhq will also complete the producer-director's silver jubilee in the number of films directed.
The trailer & poster of the movie were released on the same day. Both of them have got accolades world over and the people on social media platforms are claiming Dangerous Ishhq to be one of the most anticipated movies of 2012. The 1st theatrical trailer of the movie which was launched just a few days back has crossed over 70K views on the official YouTube channel.
Vikram Bhatt recently celebrated his 20 years as a director in this industry and now his 25th film Dangerous Ishhq releasing in 3D starring the beautiful Karisma Kapoor gives a bunch of huge expectations to the audience. Karishma Kapoor is finally back after a maternity break to the big screen in a Vikram Bhatt directed 3D movie "Dangerous Ishhq". It is slated for release on May 11 also stars Jimmy Shergill, Divya Dutta, Sameer Kochar, Gracy Singh and Ruslaan Mumtaz.
http://www.bollywoodchaska.com/news/Dangerous-Ishhqtrailer-getting-accolades-worldwide_9581.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter[/]
DANGEROUS ISHHQ--Trailer Review
This is a comeback film of Karishma Kapoor and directed by Vikram Bhatt. Film is shot in 3D and said to be a romantic thriller spanning many past births of characters. Reincarnation forms the crux of the story and trailer of the film looks engaging plus thrilling.
This is said to be best 3D film made in Bollywood ever and has been pitched as next breakthrough venture. Rajnish Duggal plays once again main lead in this after "1920" and "Phirr" (both Vikram Bhatt films).
Overall film set to be a thrilling and gripping tale. Karishma's comeback and 3D effect add to the anticipation. It looks like another hit from Vikram bhatt after "Haunted".
Rating:
2.5/5
Critics' Rating:
2/5
Audience Response:
3/5
@DangerousIshhq 1st Poster & Trailer releasing tomorrow!! http://pic.twitter.com/W0atBZiB
My Life ~ Sanjana
I I am a careerist and I belong to the glamorous world. I define myself as a model and a face for many brands but my followers call me the super model. I endorse brands and make a living which suffices all my needs of basic and luxury needs.
I have graced many cover pages and have been the face of many top notch brands. I believe in being on the top but have never taken an unethical shortcut to get on top and will never do so. I have just been chosen as the 'Face of Global Fusion' and it is really a proud and happy moment for me and my loved ones. I am all set to leave for Paris, the city of fashion and love.
I will be spending a year in Paris, doing fashion shows and shoots for many fashion brands. I am strong, willed and I am madly in love with Rohan Thakral. He is the soul of my life and I will do anything for him. He is the perfect partner in my so called perfect life.
"The posters of #dangerousIshhq floating around on the net are all bogus! The real ones come out on the 3rd of April"
Sanjana is a model, beautiful, intelligent and quite clearly the toast of the town and Aditya is the love of her life. Aditya is the son of the man who owns of the biggest business houses of the country. They are together the envy and the talk of the city.
When the films opens Sanjana is off to a foreign land to model on an assignment for a year but her instincts get the better of her and she decides not to go. She wants to stay with Aditya. Her instincts are half right. She should stay with Aditya but her instincts don't stop Aditya from getting kidnapped.
The entire city not to mention the nation is abuzz with the news of the kidnapping. The police are trying their best but Sanjana through this trauma discovers something else. She realizes that the only way she can get her love back is if she finds out the stories of her past lives because it was in the past lives that lay the secret of who and why was Aditya kidnapped. It was a plan that was not just being carried out in this lifetime but in various lifetimes.
Time is running out. Aditya might die and yet Sanjana has no choice but to wait for her past life memories to come to her. She has no way of going to them. Would Sanjana then unravel the past to save her future?
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