http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iqdpXuq9MwQ
Sunidhi Chauhan lends some of her magic to “Saiyaan”, a fun filled song
about a woman’s take on her husband and lover. Vishal infuses funky
orchestration into an essentially folksy piece and creates a whole new
genre. The language is colloquial, and often quaint, yet very evocative.
Vishal couples this with predominantly modern arrangement and
instrumentation. The lyrics good naturedly complain about some habits
of a spouse, but reveal the sheer love and affection that also exists.
February 29, 2008
February 27, 2008
Kajol's comments on Music of U ME AUR HUM
Music has to be the soul of a romantic film. And U, Me aur Hum has some outstanding tracks. But the songs don’t come as a cigarette break in the film.
I sometimes wonder if we remove the song and dance routine from our films, will it be different. I find it difficult to connect to such a concept. In U, Me aur Hum, there is ample scope to enjoy the grandeur of our music.
Composed by the best in the business today, Vishal Bharadwaj, the music is fabulous. Each song has its own individual flavour.
Its difficult to pick out a single track from the film as all the songs have their own charm. Each song has its own identity. Each song takes the film forward. They are situational and have been enmeshed as a scene.
At the script level, Jay had decided that the songs will not stand apart, they will have to take the film to the next level. There is no way you can say that, oh, here’s comes a song, lets go for a loo break. The only time you can get up from your seats is during interval. But do come back in a jiffy coz you sure don’t want to miss the first scene after interval..
I sometimes wonder if we remove the song and dance routine from our films, will it be different. I find it difficult to connect to such a concept. In U, Me aur Hum, there is ample scope to enjoy the grandeur of our music.
Composed by the best in the business today, Vishal Bharadwaj, the music is fabulous. Each song has its own individual flavour.
Its difficult to pick out a single track from the film as all the songs have their own charm. Each song has its own identity. Each song takes the film forward. They are situational and have been enmeshed as a scene.
At the script level, Jay had decided that the songs will not stand apart, they will have to take the film to the next level. There is no way you can say that, oh, here’s comes a song, lets go for a loo break. The only time you can get up from your seats is during interval. But do come back in a jiffy coz you sure don’t want to miss the first scene after interval..
February 24, 2008
Director's Note
People keep asking me how I decided that this was the right time to direct my own film. To be honest, I don’t really know if this is the right time or not, but I know that this is a story I wanted to tell. A story I believed in. And felt strongly about. As they say, one from the heart.
Why this particular story? I can list many reasons, but the most important, and the primary reason for me to want to make this film, is its positivity. I’ve noticed that people these days have become more cynical and less optimistic than before. They tend to naturally have a negative outlook about things. Especially with regards to love, relationships, feelings, marriage, the works.
In today’s scientific world, everyone seems to be looking for tangible justifications for things they do. Even with regards to love, people spend hours theorizing about chemical reactions in the body, the impact of hormones and other such clinical things. My question is - where has all our romance gone? Why this obsession with rationale? Why do we hesitate to accept that it is possible, that deep within, one soul makes a connection with another – instinctively, impulsively, immediately?
Love at first sight. Happy marriages. Soulmates. These are concepts I believe in. I know that they exist. And as a result, they are important elements of my film.
A lot of people question the institution of marriage, or blame it when problems arise. I feel that in a marriage, or any relationship for that matter, problems are inevitable, and ‘giving up’ should be one’s last option. However, an increasing number of people just prefer to give up at the first sign of trouble. Relationships, especially marriages, deserve better.
The fact of the matter is that any relationship needs work. A huge amount of effort is needed to keep a relationship going strong. And if love is the basis of the relationship, making this effort comes naturally, and is enjoyable. When this effort to maintain the magic in one’s relationship is inadequate, cracks begin to appear. But the concept of marriage is not to blame for this. The people in it are. Because solutions always exist, but people just tend to concentrate on the problems alone.
Now I sound like I’m preaching! This film is not made with the intention of being a sermon about relationships. Nor is it made to prove my talent as a director. And it is definitely not my intention to change the way people think or live their lives. A film is meant to entertain you. To give you your money’s worth. To give you a good time, at least as long as it lasts. And that is what I have set out to do. I hope I succeed.
And in addition to entertaining you, if it makes you just spare a thought about the state of your relationship, or encourage you to make an improvement in it, then my success will be so much greater.
Ajay Devgan
Director - U Me Aur Hum
Why this particular story? I can list many reasons, but the most important, and the primary reason for me to want to make this film, is its positivity. I’ve noticed that people these days have become more cynical and less optimistic than before. They tend to naturally have a negative outlook about things. Especially with regards to love, relationships, feelings, marriage, the works.
In today’s scientific world, everyone seems to be looking for tangible justifications for things they do. Even with regards to love, people spend hours theorizing about chemical reactions in the body, the impact of hormones and other such clinical things. My question is - where has all our romance gone? Why this obsession with rationale? Why do we hesitate to accept that it is possible, that deep within, one soul makes a connection with another – instinctively, impulsively, immediately?
Love at first sight. Happy marriages. Soulmates. These are concepts I believe in. I know that they exist. And as a result, they are important elements of my film.
A lot of people question the institution of marriage, or blame it when problems arise. I feel that in a marriage, or any relationship for that matter, problems are inevitable, and ‘giving up’ should be one’s last option. However, an increasing number of people just prefer to give up at the first sign of trouble. Relationships, especially marriages, deserve better.
The fact of the matter is that any relationship needs work. A huge amount of effort is needed to keep a relationship going strong. And if love is the basis of the relationship, making this effort comes naturally, and is enjoyable. When this effort to maintain the magic in one’s relationship is inadequate, cracks begin to appear. But the concept of marriage is not to blame for this. The people in it are. Because solutions always exist, but people just tend to concentrate on the problems alone.
Now I sound like I’m preaching! This film is not made with the intention of being a sermon about relationships. Nor is it made to prove my talent as a director. And it is definitely not my intention to change the way people think or live their lives. A film is meant to entertain you. To give you your money’s worth. To give you a good time, at least as long as it lasts. And that is what I have set out to do. I hope I succeed.
And in addition to entertaining you, if it makes you just spare a thought about the state of your relationship, or encourage you to make an improvement in it, then my success will be so much greater.
Ajay Devgan
Director - U Me Aur Hum
U ME AUR HUM - Music Review
THE MUSIC OF U, ME AUR HUM
No great love story is complete without a beautiful soundtrack. In fact,
they say that love is friendship set to music. Just like a love story needs
moments, both light and somber, passion, desire, understanding, and
soul, so does it’s music.
The responsibility of putting all these elements together and creating a
heartfelt, moving, soulful and melodious compilation was entrusted to
lyricist Munna Dhiman, and music maestro Vishal Bhardwaj, on the
heels of the stupendous success of his music for “Omkara”.
And thus was created the delightful soundtrack of U, Me aur Hum.
The album begins with “Jee Le”, the song which is already creating
waves owing to its brief appearance in the film’s teaser trailer. The song
finds its roots in Latin American music, which is inherently catchy,
infectious and lends itself naturally to dance. The words depict a couple’s
discovery of love, its unparalleled power, and how it’s best to give in to
love when it comes knocking. Adnan Sami’s sensual crooning is joined by
Shreya Ghoshal’s trademark innocence and the song builds up to
carnival-like crescendo.
The second track is the title track of the film, “U, Me aur Hum”, sung
gently, yet stirringly by Shreya Ghoshal. It is a modern love ballad,
perfect for a modern, urban romance. With a soft rock vibe, coupled with
mild reggae beats, and smooth English interjections, the song fittingly
captures the soul of the movie. The lyrics deserve a special mention, for
staying away from clichés, yet clearly stating the essence of a
relationship. More than love, it is a song about something far more
important — togetherness.
Sunidhi Chauhan lends some of her magic to “Saiyya”, a fun filled song
about a woman’s take on her husband and lover. Vishal infuses funky
orchestration into an essentially folksy piece and creates a whole new
genre. The language is colloquial, and often quaint, yet very evocative.
Vishal couples this with predominantly modern arrangement and
instrumentation. The lyrics good naturedly complain about some habits
of a spouse, but reveal the sheer love and affection that also exists.
Adnan Sami returns with Sunidhi Chauhan for “Phatte”, a fun filled
Punjabi, battle of the sexes. Using typical North Indian phrases, bhangra
beats and a modern rock baseline, this song is a comic tu tu main main
of husband versus wife and promises to make very enjoyable, as well as
insightful listening.
The fun continues with “Dil Dhakda Hai”. Adnan Sami croons about love,
alcohol and other such intoxicating things. Shreya joins in, skeptical
about all the claims being made. Another rocking jugalbandi takes place,
though this time the man, suitably intoxicated, is trying, in vain, to woo
the woman. The lyrics are wonderfully conversational, and the first few
lines are bound to bring a smile on the face of anyone who has ever
enjoyed a drink!
The album is rounded up by “U, Me aur Hum (Part 2)”, a moving,
slower, male rendition of the title track. Vocals this time around are
provided by Vishal Bhardwaj himself, who brings back the soul stirring
magic he created earlier in “O Saathi Re” (Omkara). With much less
instrumentation than Shreya’s version, Vishal smoothly and gently
guides the song, creating an unforgettable mellow mood. The lyrics are
different for the verses, but retain the spirit of togetherness of the
earlier track, and the film.
Someone once said, “A relationship is like music… it must be composed
by listening, feeling and instinct, not by rule.”
And that is precisely what the film is about. And that is precisely how
the music and lyrics of the film have been created. With feeling. By
instinct. By understanding. With love. The album, like the film, is One
From the Heart.
No great love story is complete without a beautiful soundtrack. In fact,
they say that love is friendship set to music. Just like a love story needs
moments, both light and somber, passion, desire, understanding, and
soul, so does it’s music.
The responsibility of putting all these elements together and creating a
heartfelt, moving, soulful and melodious compilation was entrusted to
lyricist Munna Dhiman, and music maestro Vishal Bhardwaj, on the
heels of the stupendous success of his music for “Omkara”.
And thus was created the delightful soundtrack of U, Me aur Hum.
The album begins with “Jee Le”, the song which is already creating
waves owing to its brief appearance in the film’s teaser trailer. The song
finds its roots in Latin American music, which is inherently catchy,
infectious and lends itself naturally to dance. The words depict a couple’s
discovery of love, its unparalleled power, and how it’s best to give in to
love when it comes knocking. Adnan Sami’s sensual crooning is joined by
Shreya Ghoshal’s trademark innocence and the song builds up to
carnival-like crescendo.
The second track is the title track of the film, “U, Me aur Hum”, sung
gently, yet stirringly by Shreya Ghoshal. It is a modern love ballad,
perfect for a modern, urban romance. With a soft rock vibe, coupled with
mild reggae beats, and smooth English interjections, the song fittingly
captures the soul of the movie. The lyrics deserve a special mention, for
staying away from clichés, yet clearly stating the essence of a
relationship. More than love, it is a song about something far more
important — togetherness.
Sunidhi Chauhan lends some of her magic to “Saiyya”, a fun filled song
about a woman’s take on her husband and lover. Vishal infuses funky
orchestration into an essentially folksy piece and creates a whole new
genre. The language is colloquial, and often quaint, yet very evocative.
Vishal couples this with predominantly modern arrangement and
instrumentation. The lyrics good naturedly complain about some habits
of a spouse, but reveal the sheer love and affection that also exists.
Adnan Sami returns with Sunidhi Chauhan for “Phatte”, a fun filled
Punjabi, battle of the sexes. Using typical North Indian phrases, bhangra
beats and a modern rock baseline, this song is a comic tu tu main main
of husband versus wife and promises to make very enjoyable, as well as
insightful listening.
The fun continues with “Dil Dhakda Hai”. Adnan Sami croons about love,
alcohol and other such intoxicating things. Shreya joins in, skeptical
about all the claims being made. Another rocking jugalbandi takes place,
though this time the man, suitably intoxicated, is trying, in vain, to woo
the woman. The lyrics are wonderfully conversational, and the first few
lines are bound to bring a smile on the face of anyone who has ever
enjoyed a drink!
The album is rounded up by “U, Me aur Hum (Part 2)”, a moving,
slower, male rendition of the title track. Vocals this time around are
provided by Vishal Bhardwaj himself, who brings back the soul stirring
magic he created earlier in “O Saathi Re” (Omkara). With much less
instrumentation than Shreya’s version, Vishal smoothly and gently
guides the song, creating an unforgettable mellow mood. The lyrics are
different for the verses, but retain the spirit of togetherness of the
earlier track, and the film.
Someone once said, “A relationship is like music… it must be composed
by listening, feeling and instinct, not by rule.”
And that is precisely what the film is about. And that is precisely how
the music and lyrics of the film have been created. With feeling. By
instinct. By understanding. With love. The album, like the film, is One
From the Heart.
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