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Hans India
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Aashima Mahajan talks about her experience of working with A. R. Rahman in ‘Thug Life'
Playback singer Aashima Mahajan, who has crooned the song 'Jinguchaa' from the upcoming film 'Thug Life', has spoken up on the process of recording the track, and working in tandem with the Oscar and Grammy-winning music composer A. R. Rahman. Aashima has sung both the Hindi and Telugu versions of the song. The singer admitted that Telugu being a new language, posed a challenge for her as she required more takes to record the song compared to its Hindi version. The singer told, 'For the Hindi version, we recorded two to three takes, and based on the requirement of the song, he chose the one he liked. The Telugu version was a bit tougher for me and took more time and effort'. 'Jinguchaa' is a vibrant and celebratory song that has captivated audiences with its infectious energy and star-studded visuals. Aashima Mahajan shares the vocals with Sukhwinder Singh, Ronkini Gupta & Vaishali Samant, adding to the festive spirit of this foot-tapping number. The lyrics are penned by veteran megastar Kamal Haasan and the video features performances by Silambarasan TR, Sanya Malhotra, and Kamal Haasan. 'Since I don't speak Telugu, I had a pronunciation guide who helped me with the diction, learning how to pronounce the consonants and vowels correctly. I already knew the melody and emotions in the Hindi version, but switching to Telugu meant learning a new language, where even the word placement changes depending on the meaning. So, it was a bit of a challenge, but I really enjoyed the process. We ended up recording and had a lot of fun', she added. The word 'Jinguchaa' translates to 'celebrations'. Aashima is an alumnus of A.R. Rahman's KM Music Conservatory. Talking about her experience of working with A.R. Rahman, the singer said, 'It's incredibly rewarding to be part of such a beautiful and globally acclaimed project, especially with maestros like A.R. Rahman and Mani Ratnam were involved. I feel truly overwhelmed to see that the track is still trending and receiving so much love from audiences. My heart is filled with warmth and gratitude for all the appreciation the song has received'. 'Working with A.R. Rahman Sir has been nothing short of a dream come true for any singer. He is a force of music, almost a celestial soul, yet his aura is both empowering and calming, he has a way of instantly putting you at ease. I will never forget the moment when, after listening to my album track, he said I have the potential to be the Indian version of Adele. That compliment means the world to me and I will keep that in my heart forever,' she added.
Indian Express
22-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
When Suriya turned to the words of Salman Khan and Karthi to understand success: ‘You should learn to float'
Actor-filmmaker Suriya, who has seen his share of dizzying highs and lows in his almost three-decade-old career, is gearing up for the release of one of his most-anticipated films, Retro. One of the most celebrated stars from Tamil cinema, Suriya is currently facing an almost must-win situation with Retro, especially because of the response to his previous film, Kanguva. Even as his fans hope for a reversal of fortunes, the actor, however, has always remained unfazed. In an old interview to iDream, Suriya spoke about how his brother and actor Karthi told him something about success that has stayed with him for a long time. 'See, both Karthi and me have seen our share of highs and lows. One fine day, Karthi said something, which he read somewhere or heard from someone. He said, 'You should learn to float.' And I think that struck a chord in me,' said Suriya, who reiterated the importance of just floating and relishing the moment instead of trying to control proceedings. Suriya opened up about how the success of his films isn't a straightforward journey with a proper map in place. 'We can enjoy and shoot a film that we feel is fantastic. But what if the release plans are affected by an election date, or a limited release window, or even a natural calamity. You see, success or fame is a blessing for the work you put in. All you can do is just continue giving it your all. You cannot hold success in your hands either. It is transient,' said Suriya, pointing out that the hard work motivates him more than the idea of mainstream success. 'Hard work might not always result in the same degree of success. Just set your own priorities, and follow your own values. There is no point comparing your journey with another actor, and comparing each other's successes. Each of us are running in our own tracks, and we have our own strengths, circumstances, challenges, and situations. So why compare?' asked Suriya, who named Salman Khan as another actor whose words left a lasting impression on him. Talking about the speech Salman gave at the Robot event, Suriya said, 'There was a wonderful line that Salman sir said at the event. He said success can happen to anyone, but it is important to have a personal growth along with the success. He pointed out that success can make us stagnant and complacent. Along with your success, you also have to grow on a personal level, and hone your skill and talent.' Opening up on how this made him realise the need to not just run behind the materialistic and monetary perks that come with his career, Suriya said, 'Let me narrate another incident that happened when my daughter was performing in a concert at AR Rahman sir's KM Music Conservatory. An Ustad who sat next to me said that Rahman sir learns Hindustani music even now. And I realised how much someone like me has to do to just to become something.' On the movie front, Retro, directed by Karthik Subbaraj, marks the first release of Suriya this year, and will hit the screens on May 1. Apart from Suriya, the film stars Pooja Hegde, Jayaram, Joju George, and Singampuli. Apart from this project, he will also be seen in RJ Balaji's upcoming directorial, which is tentatively titled Suriya 45.
Russia Today
10-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Russia Today
Indian cops unplug performance by Ed Sheeran
A live street performance by British musician Ed Sheeran in the city of Bengaluru in southern India was cut short by the city police on Sunday due to permission not having been granted, local media have reported. A video of the performance, which has gone viral on social media, shows Sheeran singing and playing his guitar on Church Street, performing his popular song 'Shape of You'. According to a police officer quoted by the New Indian Express, law enforcement received a call reporting a disturbance caused by a performance on Church Street, which is a central business district area in Bengaluru. The officer stated that the crowd began to swell rapidly, prompting the police to 'intervene and manage the situation' before it escalated further. Initially, the police officer, who was reportedly unaware of the identity of the singer, requested that Sheeran stop performing, but the requests were ignored. The cops then unplugged the microphone and musical instruments to bring the performance to an end, according to a video circulated on social media. Ed Sheeran seems like such an awesome guyhe was street busking in Bangalore and the police came and unplugged him 😭 — Sheel Mohnot (@pitdesi) February 9, 2025 The police's action sparked outrage among music lovers, who began protesting and shouting in disagreement. In a video, Sheeran can be seen saying, 'We have permission to be here, but this policeman is shutting it down.' The incident quickly set social media abuzz, with some calling it an embarrassment for Bengaluru – India's Silicon Valley, known for its thriving music scene. Others pointed out the city's ongoing struggle with a lack of public spaces for cultural events. 'It was disappointing when police stopped him mid-song; they should have let him finish. But overall, it was an unforgettable experience,' a bystander who witnessed the scene told the Times of India. 'There was no crowd chaos or traffic disruption – it was a quiet Sunday morning. I really don't understand why they had to stop an international icon like Sheeran from performing,' another person was quoted by the newspaper as saying. The musician is in India as part of his world tour. Ed singing perfect with the KM Music Conservatory choir in Chennai today — Ed Sheeran HQ (@edsheeran) February 4, 2025 The singer later claimed on Instagram that his team had obtained the necessary permissions. The police responded, clarifying that the event management company had indeed approached them for permission to perform on Church Street, but the request was denied due to the high level of traffic in the area, which is often crowded.
