Hindi Music Review: Krrish

In 2003, young blood Hritik Roshan took Bollywood by storm when he bagged the prestigious Filmfare Award, India’s most important film award, beating out stalwarts like Ajay Devgan, Salman Khan, Shah Rukh Khan (called the King of Bollywood, or King Khan), and reigning emperor Amitabh Bachchan. (Visualize this: Heath Ledger winning best actor over the likes of George Clooney and Marlon Brando).

The film? A story about a mentally challenged boy who befriends an alien. At the helm of this project, entitled Koi…Mil Gaya, was father Rakesh Roshan. The music director was uncle Rajesh Roshan. The lyrics were done through a collaborative effort between Ibrahim Ashq, Dev Kohli, and Nasir Faraaz.

This year, Hritik is all geared up to repeat his phenomenal performance from Koi…Mil Gaya (translated- I found someone) in the sequel, entitled Krrish (no real translation here- it’s a name). Here, he plays the son of the main character in Koi Mil Gaya.

If Koi…Mil Gaya was a pioneer for Indian cinema’s foray in to science fiction films, Krrish is touted to be a steady blend between action and science fiction with magic, and superheroes, and of course, romance. What is a Bollywood film without romance?

This film boasts a talented star cast. Aside from Hritik, the cast includes the ethereal Rekha as Krish’s grandmother, Nasseruddin Shah as a doctor, and Miss World 2000 Priyanka Chopra as Krish’s love interest. On a side note, has anyone noticed that Priyanka is slowly but steadily becoming one of the most talented and sought-after actresses in Bollywood. I think Aishwarya Rai is in danger here! This girl’s the real thing. Imagine Scarlett Johanssen giving Julia Roberts a run for her money! Well, those things actually do happen in Bollywood.

The music in Krrish is composed by Rajesh Roshan. Nasir Faraaz, Ibrahim Ashq and Vijay Akela have written the lyrics.

Pyaar Ki Ek Kahani- Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal

The album opens well with this song, which has been shown in the trailers of the movie. He’s saying, “Come, let me tell you a love story about a boy and a girl.” You can pretty much guess the rest. This is a typical Bollywood number, made memorable by the unique touches that Sonu Nigam and Shreya Ghoshal add to the song. Somehow, we never tire of these songs, and this one isn’t one to disappoint us. It’s good.


Koi Tumsa Nahin- Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal

This was supposed to be the title song when the movie was named “Koi…Tumsa Nahin.” But even though the name of the movie changed, this is still potentially the album-selling title song. He’s telling her that there’s no one like her in the world, and she’s telling him right back. Pretty straightforward, simple lyrics so commonly known in Bollywood. After the title song in Koi Mil Gaya (which I really liked), this one doesn’t quite meet the mark. But still a good number overall.


Chori Chori Chupke Chupke- Udit Narayan, Shreya Ghoshal

This song is slightly reminiscent of O Re Gori from the disastrous film Aap Mujhe Achche Lagne Lage (the songs were good…right? Maybe?) It has a distinct Rajesh Roshan feel to it. This is an okay song. My main gripe is not with the song itself, but with the name. Can someone please stop telling Bollywood that Chori Chori Chupke Chupke is a great catch phrase- it’s not! (Even translated, it means secretly, softly, twice—I think!) Again, the music really stands out because of the various instruments being used. Gotta give Rajesh-ji credit for creativity in that department. Udit Narayan and Shreya Ghoshal really get into the skin of the song and deliver commendably. Can anyone believe this gal is as young as she is! She’s a pro. The lyrics are not out of the ordinary, but they are work overall.

Dil Na Diya- Kunal Ganjawala

This song is supposed to be the sequel version to “It’s Magic” from the Koi Mil Gaya. It’s catchy and fun. Kunal Ganjawala’s voice suits such an upbeat number. Like Sunidhi Chauhan, Kunal Ganjawala is slowly climbing the ladder to success in Bollywood. Again, the lyrics are not extraordinary, but the music doesn’t require poetry. The lyrics are functional, placing the focus more on the music and of course, the centerpoint- Hritik’s dancing, which is unrivaled by any other male actor in Bollywood. Overall, a fun song which will probably gain popularity when Hritik shakes a leg to it!

Main Hoon Woh Aasman- Ustad Rafaqat Ali Khan, Alka Yagnik

The first thing that stood out in this song was Ustad Rafaqat Ali Khan’s new and refreshing voice. After hearing the same big names doing all the same songs, his voice is pleasant to listen to. Alka Yagnik never ceases to impress me. She blends well with the track. The chorus and music in this one is actually fantastic. I think this was my favorite track out of the whole album. It’s haunting and powerful and serene all at the same time. And from the trailers of the movie, it seems the perfect fit for the (almost Batman-ish) atmosphere that is created. Really good.


Big Band Mix- Sonu Nigam, Shreya Ghoshal

The token remix to an original. But what makes this song stand out is the jazz base, which is seldom heard in Hindi music. It’s a fun foot-tapping piece. Not extraordinary, but a valiant effort. Sonu Nigam is hardly recognizable, in a good way. As always, Shreya Ghoshal delivers.


Mystic Love Mix- Ustad Rafaqat Ali Khan, Alka Yagnik

The remix to Main Hoon Woh Aasman. I like what they’ve done to this remix, but probably because I like the original. Nothing else to really say about this one, except that it’s a remix.


Overall, this is a pretty good album. Nothing really stands out as an extraordinary fare, except for Main Hoon, but it’s likely to do well, especially after the movie releases. I might not buy the album, but I would go watch the movie!