Originally posted by: shadyhtown
Koyal stepped onto stage in a garishly colored, shoulderless outfit, and proceeded to sing a song that was equally out of place. Forget the bold lyrics and the fact that our judges wouldn't be able to identify with them. She was not on sur and the song lacked the magic that Himani created (I don't remember hearing Ujjaini sing this). Both Ujjaini and Himani sang this song....I liked Himani's redition a shade better than Ujjaini's...but cannot undermine Ujjaini's.....Koyal's was sub-par..😃Her facial expressions were also 'interesting'.
Bappi da didn't have a good day. Not only did he lose a member, she was also lambasted for her song choice, and the implications were also that he should have been responsible for that. He looked lost among the other maestros, and I felt sorry for him.
Vishal shows signs of a mentor who is ready for a fight, should the need arise. he is not only critical of participants, but is also prepared to stand against the experienced mentors instead of letting them micromanage the show. Shekhar was okay - spoke only as much as was needed.
Ismail had a great first day and a relaxed second day. Has put a lot of trust and belief in Amanat, and is prepared to back him to the hilt. I've heard Amanat has won Middle East Challenge, and that Ismail was a judge on that show, so he obviously knows what the kid is capable of. Had a relaxed ride so he didn't show much emotion, but we can expect some fireworks from this mentor should things not go his way next time.
Himesh - enough has been said about his attitude, so I won't say any more about it. Ah, who am I kidding! 😛 Just going to add a wee bit, okay? He seemed to be trying too hard to sugarcoat Asha ji - and completely ignored Ghulam Ali saab. Clearly wanted to be seen as a fair and strict mentor. But also made an effort to show that he understands and values his disciples as humans. Lost count of the times he called Yogi a great person, but don't think he called him a good singer even once. Also showed that he is willing to defend his songs - chahe unko criticize karne waali Asha ji hi kyon na ho! Has a great memory when it comes to his songs - which previous contestants sung it, what movie the song was from, who directed it, which actress danced to it, and even the box office result of the movie 😉. Bottom line - entertaining, if not endearing.
Ghulam Ali saab has a great knowledge of music, but I felt he didn't put his suggestions across clearly enough. Spoke with a lot of pauses, and I often didn't understand if he was giving a compliment or criticism. His statements were too short and seemed strongly edited. I think he was overshadowed by Asha ji.
Asha ji was great. Supported the singers a lot, but also pointed out their faults, accompanied by suggestions on how to improve. She was also willing to hold the mentors responsible if their contestants didn't perform well. I liked her standing up for Himesh's contestants yesterday - and not allowing the mentors to comment on them, lest they get humiliated any further. Also liked how she apologized to Koyal on the mentors' behalf, although it was unnecessary. She brought up incidents of struggle from her own life where she had been branded as a bad singer. I think part of the reason why she feels for the singers is the way she had been treated in her own career in the beginning - so she knew what they were feeling. Contrast with Lata ji, who has had it much easier, and wouldn't think twice before saying a sharp word or two to a contestant.
Aditya was sweet. Was primarily relegated to the background, but that's what I'd been saying from the start. In this show, a host is not as important as judges and mentors and contestants themselves. He did the basic things right, which is important.
Overall this wasn't as great as week as expected, but hopefully the coming weeks will be better, with the Pakistani singers and everyone's favorite, Mauli, performing.
CID
