Have you ever walked out of a movie hall feeling a sudden surge of patriotism? Or maybe, frustration at the current political system in place in our country? Felt resentment towards those who indulge in racial/caste-based discrimination? Or, the pain of those suffering from acute poverty or some congenital disorder? I’m sure most of you have felt one or more of the above … [Read more...]
Hindi Film Music’s New Golden Boy – Amit Trivedi
Amit Trivedi seems to have suddenly appeared all over the filmy horizon. He seems to be everywhere, at all award shows, on the mastheads of new hindi films. Every new listing of talented musicians seems to have his name in it. Is he really that new or have we just begun to realise the prodigious talent within this young musician? Actually, Amit Trivedi has been writing and … [Read more...]
Udaan – Finally a Hindi Film With Some Fresh, Unconventional Music
UDAAN is a film that has been preceded by a great deal of hype and also by some surprising awards and good reviews. A low budget film, it was probably destined to get lost in the annals of history, only the Indian movie going public is now beginning to become more discerning and sensitive, and unconventional films are beginning to rise up and surprise the box office … [Read more...]