KYON... HO GAYA NA?

Producer: Boney Kapoor
Director: Samir Karnik
Cast: Vivek Oberoi, Aishwarya Rai and Amitabh Bachchan
Music: Shankar-Ehsan-Loy
Lyrics: Javed Akhtar
Singers: Shankar Mahadevan, Vijay Prakash, Mahalaxmi, Sneha Pant, Kunal Ganjawala, Dominique Cerejo, Loy Mendonca, Chetan Shashital, Sadhana Sargam, Udit Narayan, Shaan, Sunidhi Chauhan and Javed Ali
Audio: T-Series

Everyone’s talking about the forthcoming romantic comedy Kyon Ho Gaya Na because of the Aishwarya Rai-Vivek Oberoi pairing. Bollywood fanatics are catching the real life couple on screen for the first time. Whilst songs from the film have started appearing on the small screen, Radio Sargam checks out the full soundtrack, by the increasingly popular Shankar-Ehsan-Loy!

1) Pyaar Mein Sau (Shankar Mahadevan, Vijay Prakash, Mahalaxmi and Sneha Pant)
The opening track, “Pyaar Mein Sau” is the magnum opus of the entire album. It’s really a different and innovative song. The track features the skillfully executed and energetic vocals of Shankar Mahadevan, Vijay Prakash, Mahalaxmi and Sneha Pant. The chorus is easy on ears. The instruments’ arrangement provides plenty of excitement. Javed Akhtar infuses magic in words and SEL arranges tremendous orchestra, which quickly catches the attention. The video starring Vivek Oberoi and Aishwarya Rai features brilliantly dance sequences, catchy cinematography and attractive direction. The creativity of the entire team deserves distinction marks.
Rating: 9/10

2) No No (Kunal Ganjawala, Dominique Cerejo, Loy Mendonca, Chetan Shashital and Shankar)
An extremely upbeat track follows next, composed entirely with western beats. A large team of vocalists, ranging from Kunal Ganjawala, Dominique Cerejo, Loy Mendonca, Chetan Shashital and Shankar sings this song. The whole singing team performs well. Their boisterous renditions are simply stupendous. The worthy lyrics carry adequate weight as well. Actively arranged instruments sound pleasurable on the ears. The song should appeal mainly to the youngsters. Overall, it is an energetic piece of work and a treat to hear in a rhythmic mood.
Rating: 8.5/10

3) Aao Na (Sadhana Sargam and Udit Narayan)
A mellow romantic duet, “Aao Na” awaits you next on the album. A feel-good song, it has smooth lyrics by Javed Akhtar. Sadhana arrests the soul with her silken voice. Udit Narayan as usual proves that he is a legend in this field. This song surely makes one’s mood happy. The pleasing blend of the flute, jhankaar and piano showcases the musicians’ creative sense completely. SEL soothe the listeners with their soft composition. This track would be a gift for those who love romantic songs.
Rating: 8.5/10

4) Main Hoon (Shaan and Sunidhi Chauhan)
“Main Hoon” features Shaan and Sunidhi Chauhan. Both portray their usual expertise in singing beautifully. The lyrics are just about okay whilst the music truly displays SEL material. The song manages to hold some appeal for the listeners.
Rating: 7.5/10

5) Baat Samjha Karo (Chetan Shashital, Shankar Mahadevan and Javed Ali)
Next emerges a gift for Big B’s lovers, “Baat Samjha Karo” but unfortunately for them, Amitabh Bachchan does not sing it! Instead Chetan Shashital provides some full-throated vocals. Shankar Mahadevan and Javed Ali do justice to their respective jobs. The chorus is effective also. Javed Sahib designs his creativity in lyrics. Musical assignment done by SEL is fine. If judged overall, despite good work of the whole team - the song lacks somewhere and does not pick the as well as the previous tracks. But one thing is certain, the number will surely make an impression on screen due to the presence of Big B.
Rating: 6.5/10

6) Dheere Dheere (Shankar Mahadevan)
The last track, “Dheere Dheere” is quite decent. Sung magnificently by Shankar Mahadevan, it is a slow romantic number. The song is good lyrically too. The music stuff is simply excellent. A very nice attempt to end the soundtrack.
Rating: 8.5/10

Overall:
Shankar-Ehsan-Loy have created a quality reputation because of their sheer hard work. There is absolutely no denying their creative minds, which coerce them to produce something different. “KHGN” is a classy album laced with innovations, will definitely find its place amongst one’s collection.
Overall Rating: 9.5/10

REVIEWED BY GOHER IQBAL PUNN