A Tribute to Himesh Reshammiya (FANCLUB) - Page 7

Created

Last reply

Replies

2417

Views

91182

Users

53

Frequent Posters

Sarkar thumbnail
Anniversary 18 Thumbnail Group Promotion 3 Thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
        
                        Reshammiya Says "Samjho Na"


Well, its not really our fault if a news item about Himesh Reshammiya finds a place on plenty of websites on an almost daily basis. Afterall the man is not resting at all and finding his name plastered everywhere, be it billboards, talent hunt shows or album covers.

Unrelenting in his onscreen appearances to the songs sung by him, he would now be seen in the music video of the third song from his private album 'Aap Ka Surroor'. A painful song with an agonizing cry to your loved one, 'Samjho Na' features Reshammiya in his bearded best as he searches, finds and then looses his love.

The music video has been imaginatively shot as a young boy and girl are shown building castles in the air (literally) as they walk over the clouds at their innocent best.

It was Firoz's idea," Himesh  says lamely. "I was only to do one number. But since he felt my voice suited three more numbers, I had to yield to his requests."

Himesh Reshammiya, the new hotshot composer on the block, has also made it a practice to lend his vocals regularly—he has playbacked six songs in this year alone and  his solo album is also released now.

"I have a good, trained voice," he says by way of justification. "And since I sang the title track of Aashiq Banaya Aapne, which is the biggest musical hit of 2005, I have been inundated with offers to sing. However, Himesh the music composer decides whether Himesh the singer should be used. I don't impose myself on any producer."

The fight between composers and singers to steal the best song in an album is on for another reason as well. "A hit song can fetch a singer big money and repeat value at shows," points out a renowned music critic.

.And now Himesh is  a new threat to the already dwindling opportunities: the music director who's itching to turn singer.


Edited by Sarkar - 18 years ago
cutegirl10 thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago

The tagline for 'Tom Dick and Harry' says – 'You Can't Ignore Them'. True, but can you ignore the composer of the album? The man who goes by the name of Himesh Reshammiya? The man is just about everywhere – on every billboard, every music channel and every album cover. Close on the heels of 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' comes yet another musical score from the young composer-singer Himesh and doesn't it come at just the right time when the curiosity about the music has just reached it's peak? Starring Dino Morea, Jimmy Shergill and Anuj Sawhney in the lead roles along with beautiful bods Celina Jaitley and Kim Sharma and menacing Gulshan Grover, Tom Dick and Harry seems to be much more refined product from Oracle Entertainment, the makers of sleazy 'Fun – Can Be Dangerous Sometimes'. Deepak Tijori would certainly be mighty excited about his best publicized product so far after the triple debacle of 'Oops', 'Khamosh' and 'Fareb'.

It's 'Jhoom Jhoom' all over the country and you have to credit Himesh Reshammiya, Sameer and music company T-Series for that. From day one of the song's premier on the small screen, they have gone full throttle with the song's publicity and there is not a single day since last fortnight when a viewer hasn't got a chance to see the 'men in black' dance to this groovy tune that has an amazing quality to make you glued to the screen. It won't be wrong to say that the song has it in it to turn out to be another 'Dhoom Machale' [Dhoom] in just about a few more days. Akbar Sami's remix version goes a step extra by adding on some further zing to this already foot tapping number and the results are for everyone to be seen. Now if the movie turns out to be successful then there is going to be no looking back for this wonderfully directed song by Prashant Chaddha. Himesh Reshammiya delivers yet another superhit number that should top the music charts from here, which is currently being dominated by 'Rang De Basanti' since the movie's release!

When 'Tanha Jiya Na Jaaye' begins, you know it is another popular song in the making. Himesh Reshammiya is the usual suspect once again, who is moderately pitched this time around rather than going full steam at high pitch (as he is in most of his popular songs so far). A foot tapping rhythmic number that has newcomer female singer Ahir giving good support to Reshammiya, 'Tanha Jiya' doesn't have a single dull moment. With a feel good factor attached to it, it should be about time that the song makes an appearance on the small screen, though it would be interesting to see if it comes first or its remix version by DJ Akbar Sami.

Now this is one chartbuster song that is going to make you hop on to 'Tom Dick and Harry'. By all accounts 'Tere Sang Ishq' is one track that is far more rhythmic and foot tapping than even 'Jhoom Jhoom' and you are going to believe these words when the music video of the song is out. Reshammiya, both in the capacity of singer and composer, delivers what is expected of him these days and thankfully still manages to bring some variety on in spite of the flurry of songs he has churned in recent times. Tulsi Kumar is his female companion this time around and she can assure herself of yet another hit number after 'Janebe Janiya' [Aksar] and Title song [Humko Deewana Kar Gaye]. The song's original version comes after a gap and only helps in consolidating its position.

A song that seems to be designed for the character of Kim Sharma, who plays a fisherwoman in the movie, 'Yeu Kasi Kasi' seems to be a number that has its rhythm inspired from folk music of Maharashtra/Goa. Sung by Sonu Nigam and Richa Sharma, the song is foot tapping but a long run for it is ruled out as the song is nothing more than being situational. Its remix version by DJ Akbar Sami does help in pepping up the mood further on but its stint should be restricted to its playing time on screen.

'Cheena Re Cheena' is more hip in feel and this time around appears to be the one that has Celina Jaitley doing a pole dance. Rhythmic in approach, it has a Reshammiya stamp all over it as it belongs to the style that the composer had used to fullest during his 'Nikamma' [Kya Dil Ne Kaha] and 'Mohabbat Hai Mirchi' [Chura Liya Hai Tumne] days and most recently 'Teri Yaad Yaad' [Vaah! Life Ho To Aisi]. Sunidhi Chauhan and newcomer Ahir are the duo behind the track and come up with a 'masala' track that keeps the listener interested in both the original and remix version by DJ Akbar Sami.

Finally comes 'O Mitra Re' that begins with the signature tune that you hear along with the talkie promos of 'Tom Dick and Harry'. Kunal Ganjawala enjoys himself in this foot tapping love song that brings with a lot of fun and smiles. This is the kind of music that is working today and 'O Mitra Re' should be no exception. With a remix version to boost, one can expect an eye candy music video for this spirited song by Kunal that again has potential to be popular.

For Deepak Tijori, 'Tom Dick and Harry' brings some guaranteed musical success. So far the director may have been unlucky in his directorial outing but 'Tom Dick and Harry,' may just about change his fortunes as the music has enough potential to pull in the crowds that should result in a good initial for the movie. Himesh Reshammiya can assure himself of yet another musical success while T-Series is fully justified in pumping in money for the album's publicity. They are sure to get back much more than every penny spent!

 

yet another chartbuster album from himeh reshammiya

this is from indiafm

http://indiafm.com/movies/musicreview/12593/index.html

teenindia_usa thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
Thanks Jem on the interview

Thanks guys on posting and lets make this section rockingEdited by teenindia_usa - 18 years ago
Jem4Himesh thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago

Originally posted by: ash_schwarzen

thanks di..........

did he say anything else...

how long was da interview

he didn't say anything new - i have heard everything he said before in his other interviews- when will he have to stop justifying himself i don't know

interview was approx 5 mins - it was in between a top20 countdown show on Sunrise Radio in the UK

Jem di 😊

Edited by Jem4SRK - 18 years ago
Celina7 thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
Thankz Jem Di for HRz interview info!!!
Celina7 thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
thanx 2 otherz 4 ariclez n postz..
Celina7 thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
Letz Rock!!!!!...letz continue da awesome work...HR fanz...
HR ki sayyonni thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago

ok now dis is a very bad review of da music of banaras.........😡

Reshammiya gets spiritual for Banaras

What happens when faith and spirituality collide with relationships and existentialism? Banaras - A mystic love story is said to explore this complex question.

Directed by Pankuj Parashar, the film features Urmila Matondkar, Naseerudin Shah, Raj Babbar, Dimple Kapadia and Ashmit Patel.

Agreed, the subject, setting and cast are exciting. But what is even more interesting is Parashar's choice of a mainstream music director like Himesh Reshammiya for the soundtrack. To his credit, the Aashiq Banaya singer-composer does forego his chartbuster image and treads a new track.
 

The album opens with Reshammiya in a mellow, almost unrecognisable self, gently crooning to Kitna Pyaar Karte Hain. Although his voice doesn't suit the personality of the song, his attempted sincerity meets with half-hearted approval. The loveliness of the tune does come into its own during Alka Yagnik's version of the same though.

( actually i love his song ........its tooo good)

 
Ishq Mein Dilko is another slow paced, romance-filled melody. But, for all its starry-eyed charm, the song is not nearly addictive.
 
Holi may be over and done with, but the colours refuse to die down in Rang Dalo. Vibrancy booms in the voices of Shreya Ghosal and Sonu Nigam in this standard Holi number replete with burdensome beats and a boisterous chorus. Hindi film songs adhere to a tried and tested format for situational music. It's time someone broke the rules and created something unpredictable.

Pranab Kumar's classical recital of the popular thumri, Bajooband Khul Khul Jaaye is stimulating beyond words. It has previously been performed by the likes of Lata Mangeskar and Jagjit Singh to mesmerising effect.

Up next, Ghosal takes a safe route for Purab Se. Her rendition is delicate enough, but the song would have worked better if she had provided it some drama. The USP of Yeh Shaan Hai Banaras Ki is Sivamani's scintillating play of drums. Sanjeev Abhyankar's colourful and enlightening introduction of the city with many names (Kashi, Varanasi) goes in perfect tandem with the inspiring beats.
 
Although Reshammiya gets brownie points for trying to be different, he fails to capture the sacred rush of Banaras' air or the enigmatic profundity of spiritualism.

http://ia.rediff.com/movies/2006/mar/20banaras.htm?q=mbp& ;file=.htm

Edited by ash_schwarzen - 18 years ago
HR ki sayyonni thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago

another interview .........

but dis one is quite ok.............

Now this is one musical score that we definitely want to check out this season. After all the composer at the helm is Himesh Reshammiya who created music for 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' way before he was known as Himesh Reshammiya - THE SINGER/COMPOSER. Also, the theme of the movie is completely different from the masala/romantic flicks for which he has successfully composed in the recent past. With a mystic/spiritual context of 'Banaras - A Mystic Love Story', it should be a real testing ground for Reshammiya to prove his prowess when it comes to core Indian music. With lyrics by Sameer, this LC Singh movie is directed by Pankaj Parashar who himself changes lanes to direct a film that promises to bridge the gap between art and commerce. Starring Urmila Matondkar, Ashmit Patel, Dimple Kapadia, Raj Babbar and Naseeruddin Shah in principal roles, 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' releases this April.

As expected, it's Reshammiya-the singer, who opens the album with 'Kitna Pyar Kartein Hain'. Sound of piano that comes in the very beginning reminds of the signature background piece from 'Dil Hai Ki Maanta Nahin' and makes for a good start. A surprise is in store as you will hear a completely different Reshammiya in this love song with a good classical base. He sings the number in a low pitch, which is in complete contrast to what we have been used to hearing of him. A slow moving number, it also turns out to be quite similar to Adnan Sami's 'Tera Chehra' at number of places. Nevertheless, in totality 'Kitna Pyaar Kartein Hai' is easy on ears and makes for a decent hearing. After Reshammiya, its Alka Yagnik's turn to come behind the mike for her own version and as expected does quite well.

Next to come is a soothing love song 'Ishq Mein Dilko', which is in the same mould as Himesh Reshammiya songs from around a couple of years back. If you feel that it has been an overdose of the likes of 'Aashiq Banaya Aapne', 'Aksar' and 'Aap Ka Surroor' from the composer-singer then its time to hit nostalgia with 'Ishq Mein Dilko' that brings to you the Reshammiya of the past. The soft number is repeated twice in the vocals of Sonu Nigam and Sunidhi Chauhan and you don't really mind it due to its melodious feel. Nothing overtly exceptional so far but good old Bollywood mush and romance!

There haven't been many Holi numbers in the past with just a handful actually turning out to be popular. Though the film 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' is releasing a few weeks after Holi has gone by, one checks on 'Rang Dalo' to check how far can it go? The song does have an old world feel to it and does make you tap your feet at places, but that's about it. The song has a folksy flavor to it and you actually get to hear the folk version too after a gap. While the earlier version had Sonu Nigam and Shreya Ghoshal teaming up, the folk version brings together Sonu along with female singer Sailesh. An okay number, its presence should be restricted to the theatres where it is screened but won't go the distance to register itself in the list of all time popular songs.

A song that appears to be the introduction song of Urmila, 'Purab Se' is a song about sunrise and the prayers that go along with it. Shreya Ghoshal sings this song with a classical base, while Sameer's lyrics bring the feel of this devotional song fine too but its audiences would be restricted to those who truly appreciate and understand the nuances of such songs. From appreciating sunrise to singing praises about the city 'Banaras' comes a song in quick succession 'Yeh Hai Shaan Banaras Ki'. From 'Om Namaha Shivay' as a part of 'Purab Se' to cheers of 'Har Har Mahadev' in 'Yeh Hai Shaam Banaras Ki', it is a second situational theme number in a row, with singer 'Sanjeev Abhyankar' crooning the track this time around. There is a fusion element to the track too but overall the effect is just about fine rather than being exceptional.

Towards the end comes a 'shuddh' classical number 'Bajooband Khul Khul Jaye', which appears to be a 'mujra' being played somewhere in the lanes of 'Banaras'. Sung by Pranab Kumar who definitely seems to be proficient in classical singing, 'Bajooband' is an extremely short track that may do well on screen for the situation but isn't something that would really catch fancy of a music lover who may have picked up 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' with different expectations altogether.

As mentioned earlier, if you look forward to hearing some compositions by Reshammiya that are in complete contrast to what you have been hearing of him for around an year now, then 'Banaras – A Mystic Love Story' may just be the right pick. For an average listener, there are a couple of songs [Kitna Pyar Kartein Hain, Ishq Mein Dilko] in the beginning but rest of the tracks are mainly situational or of the type that would be appreciated mainly by students and followers of Indian classical music.

http://www.indiafm.com/movies/musicreview/12512/

Edited by ash_schwarzen - 18 years ago
teenindia_usa thumbnail
Posted: 18 years ago
ThANKS GUYS KEEP POSTING THANKSEdited by teenindia_usa - 18 years ago