Chuttamalle
| "Chuttamalle" | |
|---|---|
 Official song cover | |
| Single by Anirudh Ravichander and Ramajogayya Sastry featuring Shilpa Rao | |
| from the album Devara: Part 1 | |
| Language | Telugu |
| Released | 5 August 2024 |
| Studio | Albuquerque Records, Chennai |
| Genre | |
| Length | 3:42 |
| Label | T-Series |
| Composer(s) | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Lyricist(s) | Ramajogayya Sastry |
| Producer(s) | Anirudh Ravichander |
| Devara: Part 1 track listing | |
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| Music video | |
| "Chuttamalle" on YouTube | |
"Chuttamalle" is an Indian Telugu-language song composed by Anirudh Ravichander, with lyrics by Ramajogayya Sastry, and recorded by Shilpa Rao, for the soundtrack album of the 2024 film Devara: Part 1.[1] It was released on 5 August 2024 (released on YouTube as a lyrical video song) as the second single from the album, through T-Series.[2] The full video song, featuring scenes directly from the film, was released on 26 October 2024 on YouTube.[3]
"Chuttamalle" experienced large amounts of commercial and critical success due to the vocals by Shilpa Rao, music composition by Anirudh Ravichnader and the dance steps choreographed by Bosco Martis.
The song was also released in Hindi, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada languages with the title "Dheere Dheere", "Paththavaikkum", "Kanninathan Kamanottam" and "Swaathimutthe Sikkangaithe" respectively, and was included in the respective dubbed versions of the film.[4] The Hindi and Tamil versions were also successful along with the original version.[5]
Production, lyrics and recording
[edit]Shilpa Rao has collaborated with Anirudh Ravichander for the third time after "Chaleya" (from Hindi film Jawan) and "Kaavaalaa" (from Tamil film Jailer).[6] She has recorded the song in Hindi, Malayalam and Kannada languages along with the original Telugu version. Deepthi Suresh has recorded the song in Tamil language. Unlike the other songs from the soundtrack, "Chuttamalle" is a romantic melody that is presented from the perspective of the female lead (Janhvi Kapoor).[7]
The song was compared with the Sri Lankan song "Manike Mage Hithe" for the similar instrumental arrangements and compositions.[8][9] Anirudh received significant criticism over the music plagiarism.[10][11] Acknowledging the issue, original composer, Chamath Sangeeth, has responded through social media and wrote: "Always been an admirer of Anirudh’s work. I’m happy to see my song ‘Manike Mage Hithe’ has inspired him to create something similar".[12][13] Anirudh Ravichander, Ramajogayya Sastry and Shilpa Rao have not responded to the controversy.
Critical reception
[edit]Calling it a "glamourous number", Telugucinema.com praised Anirudh's work with a particular praise for Shilpa Rao's vocals.[14] India Today appreciated Shilpa Rao's vocals and the dance sequences writing that "The choreography, crafted by Bosco Martis, enhances the song's appeal, featuring dance moves that perfectly complement the song's sensual vibe", while also praising the performance of the lead cast in the music video.[15] Pratyusha Sista of Telangana Today wrote in her review that the song "composed by Anirudh Ravichander, with lyrics penned by Ramajogayya Sastry and vocals by Shilpa Rao, promises to be a chartbuster".[16] Cinema Express called it a "sultry yet playful love song".[17]
Music video
[edit]Background and production
[edit]As part of the film's production, the scenes involved in the music video of the song were shot in Krabi, Thailand.[18][19] The scenes were shot in June 2024 after completing a schedule in Goa.[20][21]
Bosco Martis has choreographed the dance sequences.[22] Rashmi Gautam has denied rumours of being cast to perform in the song.[23] During an interview with The Times of India, Poorna told that she was hesitant about accepting the offer because of the weight gained after her pregnancy. She further told that she was prepared to face some negative comments about the song.[24]
Synopsis
[edit]The music video is a direct clip from the scenes in Devara: Part 1. The scenes feature N. T. Rama Rao Jr and Janhvi Kapoor.[25]
Live performances
[edit]At a press conference held at Chennai on 17 September 2024, Anirudh performed few lines from the Tamil version of "Fear Song" which was trolled by netizens.[26]
Credits and personnel
[edit]Credits adapted from YouTube.[27]
- Anirudh Ravichander – composer, keyboard, synth and rhythm
- Ramajogayya Sastry – lyrics
- Shilpa Rao – vocals
- Bosco Martis – choreography
- Keba Jeremiah – electric & acoustic guitar and charango
- Ananthakrrishnan – solo violin and music advisor
- Shashank Vijay – rhythm producer
- Karthik Vamsi – additional rhythm and percussions programmer
- Arish – additional keyboard programmer
- Beven – additional keyboard programmer
- Narendar S – additional keyboard programmer
- Sajith Satya – creative consultant
- Srinivasan M – engineer and mix engineer
- Shivakiran S – engineer
- Vinay Sridhar – mix engineer
- Luca Pretolesi – mastering engineer
- Alistair – assistant mastering engineer
- Velavan B – music coordinator
Charts
[edit]| Chart (2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| India (Billboard) ("Dheere Dheere")[28] |
4 |
| India (Billboard) ("Chuttamalle")[28] |
18 |
| UK Asian Music Chart (OCC) ("Chuttamalle")[29] |
5 |
| UK Asian Music Chart (OCC) ("Paththavaikkum")[29] |
20 |
| UK Asian Music Chart (OCC) ("Dheere Dheere")[29] |
21 |
References
[edit]- ^ Bharat, E. T. V. (6 September 2024). "Exclusive: Shilpa Rao Looks Back on Journey from Stage Shows to Bollywood Stardom". ETV Bharat News. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara Song Chuttamalle: Jr NTR Romances Janhvi Kapoor In Breezy Love Ballad; Fans React | Watch". News18. 5 August 2024. Archived from the original on 31 August 2024. Retrieved 31 August 2024.
- ^ Telugu, ntv (26 October 2024). "Chuttamalle: చుట్టమల్లే చుట్టడానికి వచ్చేసింది.. చూశారా?". NTV Telugu (in Telugu). Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara New Song Chuttamalle: Jr NTR Plus Janhvi Kapoor Equals Romance". www.ndtv.com. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara: Janhvi Kapoor Becomes Face Of Modern Telugu Leading Lady With Chuttamalle". Times Now. 12 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Chakravorty, Reshmi (26 September 2024). "Music transcends boundaries: Shilpa Rao". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara song Chuttamalle: Anirudh Ravichander's romantic melody explores NTR Jr, Janhvi Kapoor's dance skills, sizzling chemistry". The Indian Express. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Internet draws comparisons between 'Chuttamalle' from 'Devara' and Yohani's hit 'Manike Mage Hithe'". The Times of India. 6 August 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Anirudh Ravichander criticised for 'Chuttamalle' resemblance to 'Manike Mage Hithe'". Onmanorama. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara: Anirudh trolled viciously for Chuttamalle from Jr NTR's film; being called a copy cat". OTTPlay. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Chuttamalle-Janhvi Kapoor is thrilled with the response | Latest Telugu cinema news | Movie reviews | OTT Updates, OTT". 123telugu.com. 9 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "NTR's Devara Song Copy Controversy: Original Sri Lankan Composer Chamath Sangeeth Responds". Times Now. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "'Chuttamalle' copy controvery: Original music director responds". Telugu Cinema. 7 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Devara's 'Chuttamalle': A glamorous number". Telugu Cinema. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "'Chuttamalle': Janhvi Kapoor, Jr NTR's electric chemistry shines in new 'Devara' song". India Today. 5 August 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Today, Telangana (6 August 2024). ""Chuttamalle" mesmerizes fans with visual splendor". Telangana Today. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Features, C. E. (5 August 2024). "'Chuttamalle' from Devara is a sultry romantic number". Cinema Express. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Chuttamalle BTS Videos: Janhvi Kapoor shares fun and stunning moments from Thailand's water dance shoot for Jr NTR starrer Devara". PINKVILLA. 11 October 2024. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ Hungama, Bollywood (11 October 2024). "Devara Part 1: Janhvi Kapoor gets 'nervous' as she dances in jellyfish-infested water; shares BTS videos from 'Chuttamalle' song shoot : Bollywood News - Bollywood Hungama". Bollywood Hungama. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Jr NTR heads to Thailand to shoot 'Devara: Part 1' romantic song with Janhvi Kapoor". The Times of India. 17 June 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 31 August 2024. Retrieved 31 August 2024.
- ^ "Saif Ali Khan and Jr. NTR shoot for an intense action sequence of 'Devara' in Goa forest! See pic". The Times of India. 17 June 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 31 August 2024. Retrieved 31 August 2024.
- ^ Bharat, E. T. V. (30 December 2023). "Kurchi Madathapetti song from Guntur Kaaram sets the stage for Sankranthi release". ETV Bharat News. Archived from the original on 4 October 2024. Retrieved 6 September 2024.
- ^ "'Baseless': Rashmi Gautam Denies Rumours Of Being Approached For Kurchi Madathapetti Song". News18. 14 February 2024. Archived from the original on 25 September 2024. Retrieved 25 September 2024.
- ^ "Poorna on the viral 'Kurchi Madathapetti' dance: I anticipated body-shaming comments, but I was taken aback - Exclusive!". The Times of India. 19 September 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 4 October 2024. Retrieved 25 September 2024.
- ^ "Fans rave over Jr. NTR and Janhvi Kapoor's chemistry in 'Chuttamalle' from 'Devara: Part 1'; theater clips go viral". The Times of India. 2 October 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ "Anirudh Ravichander sings at the 'Devara' press conference in Chennai, gets trolled". The Times of India. 19 September 2024. ISSN 0971-8257. Archived from the original on 19 September 2024. Retrieved 19 September 2024.
- ^ "Full Video: Chuttamalle - Devara", YouTube, 26 October 2024, retrieved 30 October 2024
- ^ a b Cusson, Michael (15 February 2022). "India Songs". Billboard. Retrieved 30 October 2024.
- ^ a b c "Official Asian Music Chart on 18/10/2024". Official Charts. Retrieved 30 October 2024.