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Time of India
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Rekha Bhardwaj expresses that singing an item number wouldn't make her feel cheap: "A song can be sensuous and still be dignified..."
Rekha Bhardwaj , the melodious singer, gave insights about the aesthetic of a song and the magical resonance that the melody leaves behind for the soul. Recently, she sang the 'Thaal' song for the film 'His Story Of Itihaas' starring Subodh Bhave and Akanksha Pandey . Rekha Bhardwaj's 'Thaal' In a conversation with News18 Showsha, Rekha recalled the beautiful journey of the track. Calling it a nostalgic and culturally rich piece rooted in tradition, Bhardwaj stated that 'Thaal' is based on the tradition between a groom and a bride, where they put their hands in a clay pot filled with water and small objects to play a game. 'It's competitive but romantic – especially in arranged marriages,' she added. 'The melody has a monotony that's folk-like – it just flows. I really enjoyed singing it, especially because the lyrics are so intimate,' Rekha stated while expressing the core emotions of 'Thaal.' Vishal Bhardwaj encouraged her... Furthermore, the 61-year-old opened up about finding the mischievous side of the song. 'It took me very long to rediscover that mischievous, naughty side of me through song. I had lost all confidence when I was first asked to sing it. But Vishal [Bhardwaj] believed in me. He played back a recording of me singing it casually one night and said, 'Only you can sing this.' That gave me the push I needed,' she said. Realising her potential, Rekha said that it was difficult to get work before it, but that song changed her perspective. 'I can say this with pride – I am a really great singer when it comes to songs rooted in classical and folk traditions,' she said. "Anything that lacks aesthetics is mediocre" Subsequently, Rekha expressed how aesthetics define the artistic value of a piece. 'Anything that lacks aesthetics is mediocre. Art is about aesthetics – whether it's music, dance, or visual storytelling.' She revealed that if she can't feel the song, she can't sing it as well as the song needs to resonate with her. "A song can be sensuous and still be dignified" Whether Bhardwaj would sing a song simply depends on aesthetics, irrespective of any genre. For her, singing an item song wouldn't make her feel cheap, as it is a part of cultural expression. "It's not about the form- it's about how it's executed. A song can be sensuous and still be dignified. Just look at Lataji's Aa Jaane Jaan – those kind of songs had grace, not vulgarity," she stated. She ended her conversation by saying, "For me, any song is like a prayer, an offering through melody and emotion. " Check out our list of the latest Hindi , English , Tamil , Telugu , Malayalam , and Kannada movies . Don't miss our picks for the best Hindi movies , best Tamil movies, and best Telugu films .
Time of India
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Actor Anson Paul ties the knot in a simple, intimate ceremony
(Picture Courtesy: Facebook) A Humble Celebration of Love Actor Anson Paul to lead the romantic thriller 'Thaal' Marco producer says - 'A new chapter begins. Cheers to forever and always' Vishnu and Anjali Also Opt for Simplicity Actor Anson Paul has entered a new chapter in his life, tying the knot with Nidhi Ann in a simple and intimate wedding ceremony held at the Thiruvananthapuram Registrar's Office. The ceremony was attended by close family members and friends, staying true to the couple's preference for privacy and to On Manorama, Nidhi Ann, who hails from Tiruvalla and was previously based in the UK, is now a successful entrepreneur running her business in known for his strong screen presence, chose to keep his big day low-key—an approach widely praised by fans and well-wishers news of the wedding was confirmed by 'Marco' producer Shereef Muhammed, who shared a lovely picture of the couple on Instagram. He captioned it: 'A new chapter begins. Cheers to forever and always.'Anson Paul recently garnered attention for his performance as the antagonist in the action thriller 'Marco'.Anson Paul also played pivotal roles in several newly released movies such as Omar Lulu's 'Bac Boyz', 'Thaal', 'A Ranjith Cinema', 'Thambi' and also he has played the lead in the superhero film 'The Gambler', 'Rahel Makan Kora'.Interestingly, another Malayalam actor, Vishnu Govindhan, also chose a similarly modest path, marrying Anjali Geetha at the Cherthala Sub-Registrar Office. The couple kept their celebration intimate, sharing a joyful wedding video captioned: 'Just love, no fuss—two hearts, one signature, and parents by the side.' Several Malayalam film industry celebrities took to social media to extend their warm wishes to the newlyweds. Stars like Neeraj Madhav, Tovino Thomas, Anumol, Ashwin Kumar, and others showered the couple with heartfelt congratulations.
