Parineeta: Vidya Balan Calls Piyu Bole ‘Timeless', Recalls Crying After Hearing Raat Hamari Toh

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The makers have recently announced that Parineeta is re-releasing in theatres on August 29, exclusively for a week.
Vidya Balan, Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt starrer Parineeta is one of the cult classics and holds a special place in the hearts of fans. The makers have recently announced that it is re-releasing in theatres on August 29, exclusively for a week. To mark this occasion more special, Vidya Balan opened up about the music of the song. The actress described Piyu Bole as 'timeless," praising its old-world charm, romantic feel, and universal appeal that continues to resonate with audiences even today.
Speaking about the music of the film Parineeta, actress Vidya Balan said, 'There is something about Piyu Bole that just has my heart. I think it's so easily hummable, it has that old-world charm, it's so romantic, and the way it was shot added to making the song somewhat timeless. It's still relatable, even for people today. In fact, a lot of young kids have told me they like that song, and I feel that is very telling that there's truly something timeless about it. The first song I heard that was recorded for Parineeta was Raat Hamari Toh. I was shooting with Dada for a music video in Kolkata, and he told me, 'Just go down to the car, there's a CD with a song we've just recorded." I went down, played it, and I burst out crying in the car. It's such a beautiful, haunting, and powerful song… it's so easy to cry listening to it. I love the music of Parineeta every single song."
Parineeta re-releases:
The film is rereleasing in theatres on August 29. It also comes as part of a landmark celebration — 20 years of Vidya Balan's incredible journey in Indian cinema and 50 glorious years of Vinod Chopra Films, the studio that has become the first in India to restore its entire film library in 8K resolution, with soundtracks remastered in 5.1 surround sound by Prasad Film Labs. This meticulous restoration took over four years to complete, ensuring that audiences can relive Parineeta's magic in the best possible form. Two decades later, the music of Parineeta remains as fresh, tender, and evocative as ever. And now, with its restored re-release, it's ready to sweep audiences off their feet all over again.
About Parineeta:
Based on Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay's 1914 Bengali novel, Parineeta was produced by Vidhu Vinod Chopra and directed by Pradeep Sarkar. It featured Vidya Balan in her debut film role, alongside Saif Ali Khan and Sanjay Dutt. The film stood out for its music by Shantanu Moitra, its visual storytelling, and its Kolkata backdrop, which played a key role in shaping the film's mood and feel.
Speaking about the restored and remastered release, Vidhu Vinod Chopra shared, ' Parineeta has always held a special place in my heart. It's more than just a film—it's a journey of love, elegance, and soulful music. Every frame carries its own emotion, evolving with the story in a way that touches something deep within. And now, in the restored and remastered 8k version, the visuals are even richer and the beautiful locations even more beautiful. I am so proud of Pradeep Sarkar for the way he made this film, the way he captured the grandeur of old Kolkata and infused it with timeless beauty that still lingers."
Vidya Balan , who made her debut with Parineeta, said, 'This is a very emotional moment for me. Parineeta is where it all began… Every frame of the film carries a piece of my heart, and I'll forever be grateful to Pradeep da (my Dada) and Mr. Vinod Chopra for believing in me. I owe so much of who I am as an actor to this film. Even after all these years, people remember the film, the songs, and how it made them feel. People say every frame in the film is like a painting…and that is Pradeep Sarkar's magic… So I do hope people and the new generation discover old-world love through Parineeta."
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