Heeramandi (soundtrack)
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| Released | 24 April 2024 | ||||
| Recorded | 2021–2023 | ||||
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| Genre | Feature film soundtrack | ||||
| Length | 32:40 | ||||
| Language | Hindi | ||||
| Label | Bhansali Music | ||||
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Heeramandi is the soundtrack album to the 2024 television series of the same name created by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, who also composed its soundtrack. The album featured nine songs written by A. M. Turaz, and adaptation of traditional songs. Preceded by three singles, the album was released on 24 April 2024 under the Bhansali Music label.
Development
[edit]The soundtrack to Heeramandi featured nine songs composed by the series' creator-showrunner Sanjay Leela Bhansali. A. M. Turaz was the prominent songwriter, who collaborated with Bhansali on his previous works.[1] Bhansali further adapted the song "Sakal Ban" written by 13th century poet Amir Khusro,[2] and two folk numbers "Phool Gendwa Na Maaro" composed by Roshan and written by Sahir Ludhianvi for the film Dooj Ka Chand (1964) and "Nazariya Ki Maari" composed by Naushad for Pakeezah (1972).[3]
The songs were performed by Shreya Ghoshal, Madhubanti Bagchi, Aditi Paul, Shikha Joshi, Barnali Chattopadhyay, Kalpana Gandharva, Sharmistha Chatterjee amongst others. The only male singer being involved in the soundtrack was Raja Hasan who performed "Sakal Ban".[1]
Bagchi met Bhansali at his office where the latter played him numerous songs under his vocals where "Nazariya Ki Maari" served as a standout and which Bhansali wanted the song to be rendered by her.[4][5] Classical singer Barnali Chattopadhyay performed two songs for the series: "Saiyaan Hatto Jaao" and "Phool Gendwa Na Maaro".[6] Kalpana Gandharva performed the song "Ek Baar Dekh Lijiye", who described it as a "dream come true" moment on singing for Bhansali. After a 45-minute session with Bhansali, she was provided the lyrics and music and realized the potential of the song as she began harmonizing and singing. Despite hesitations, she decided to sing the duet as she did not want to miss the opportunity.[7]
Release
[edit]In March 2024, Bhansali launched his music label Bhansali Music as a subsidiary of Bhansali Productions with Heeramandi's soundtrack being the label's maiden release.[8][9] The song "Sakal Ban" was released as the first single from the album on International Women's Day (8 March 2024). The launch coincided with the cast being present on the global stage of Miss World Philippines 2024.[10] The Indian Express reviewed that the visuals were reminiscent of "Deewani Mastani" from Bhansali's Bajirao Mastani (2015).[11] The second single "Tilasmi Bahein", a dance number featuring Sonakshi Sinha, was released on 4 April 2024.[12][13]
The third single "Azadi" was released on 23 April.[14][15]
Reception and impact
[edit]Girish Wankhede of Bollywood Town wrote "While the series will always be discussed and weighed over its texts and subtexts, the music album stands out for the sheer genius of Sanjay Leela Bhansali."[16] A reviewer from PeepingMoon wrote "With each note, Bhansali's musical masterpiece continues to leave an indelible mark on the hearts of audiences worldwide."[17] Joginder Tuteja of Bollywood Hungama gave a mixed review stating "Sanjay Leela Bhansali's music is soulful but won't have a huge shelf life."[18] Nandini Ramnath of Scroll.in wrote "The music, also by Bhansali, falls flat".[19] Pratikshya Mishra of The Quint wrote "While the songs don't feel 'new', they're not wasted in the show – every song reveals something about a character or arc to come".[20]
Audience response to the songs, however, were extremely positive with the songs topping music charts.[21][22] The song "Saiyaan Hatto Jaao" went viral with Aditi Rao Hydari's "gajagamini walk" being recreated in social media.[23][24] The song "Sakal Ban" was featured at the Royal College of Music museum exhibition as a part of the seminar Awaken: Sufi Music and Women of South Asia.[25]
Track listing
[edit]| No. | Title | Lyrics | Singer(s) | Length |
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| 1. | "Tilasmi Bahein" | A. M. Turaz | Sharmistha Chatterjee | 2:19 |
| 2. | "Sakal Ban" | Amir Khusro | Raja Hasan | 2:30 |
| 3. | "Azadi" | A. M. Turaz | Archana Gore, Pragati Joshi, Aditi Prabhudesai, Arohi, Aditi Paul, Tarannum Malik Jain, Dipti Rege | 3:53 |
| 4. | "Chaudhavi Shab" | A. M. Turaz | Shreya Ghoshal | 4:03 |
| 5. | "Masoom Dil Hai Mera" | A. M. Turaz | Shikha Joshi | 3:56 |
| 6. | "Phool Gendwa Na Maaro" | Sahir Ludhianvi | Barnali Chattopadhyay | 3:13 |
| 7. | "Saiyaan Hatto Jaao" | A. M. Turaz | Barnali Chattopadhyay | 5:13 |
| 8. | "Ek Baar Dekh Lijiye" | A. M. Turaz | Kalpana Gandharva | 4:11 |
| 9. | "Nazariya Ki Maari" | Traditional | Madhubanti Bagchi | 3:17 |
| Total length: | 32:40 | |||
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Heeramandi (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack)". Spotify. 24 April 2024. Archived from the original on 11 May 2024. Retrieved 29 April 2024.
- ^ Kulkarni, Shubham (14 March 2024). "Sanjay Leela Bhansali's magic meets Amir Khusro's devotion – Dissecting Heeramandi song Sakal Ban where art transcends centuries". OTTPlay. Archived from the original on 4 April 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "'Heeramandi' songs: Sanjay Leela Bhansali remade three iconic old songs for the series". Mirchi Plus. 30 April 2024. Archived from the original on 30 April 2024. Retrieved 6 May 2024.
- ^ Kaushal, Shruti (15 June 2024). "Meet Madhubanti Bagchi, who wooed the Internet with 'Nazariya Ki Maari' in 'Heeramandi'". The Indian Express. Archived from the original on 16 June 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Narain, Yatamanyu (7 July 2024). "Madhubanti Bagchi Recalls Singing For Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Heeramandi: 'He Is A Beacon Of...' | Exclusive". News18. Archived from the original on 10 July 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ PTI (25 October 2024). "Learning how to use it 'Heeramandi' singer Barnali Chattopadhyay on social media". The Week. Archived from the original on 28 October 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Narain, Yatamanyu (25 May 2024). "Kalpana Gandharv On Her Heeramandi Song 'Ek Baar Dekh Lijiye': 'It Was A Dream Come True' | Exclusive". News18. Archived from the original on 25 May 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Mazumdar, Shreyanka (7 March 2024). "Sanjay Leela Bhansali Launches Music Label, Says 'Experience The Same Joy And Spiritual Connect...'". News18. Archived from the original on 18 March 2024. Retrieved 7 March 2024.
- ^ "Sanjay Leela Bhansali Launches Music Label With 'Heeramandi' Soundtrack". Variety. 8 March 2024. Archived from the original on 26 May 2024. Retrieved 12 March 2024.
- ^ ANI (9 March 2024). "Sanjay Leela Bhansali to launch first 'Heeramandi' song on Miss World stage, floats music label". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Archived from the original on 17 March 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Heeramandi's first song Sakal Ban carries the distinct stamp of Sanjay Leela Bhansali's style, reminiscent of 'Deewani Mastani'. Watch". The Indian Express. 9 March 2024. Archived from the original on 15 March 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "'Tilasmi Bahein': Sonakshi Sinha is femme fatale in 'Heeramandi's 2nd song". India Today. 4 April 2024. Archived from the original on 11 May 2024. Retrieved 5 April 2024.
- ^ Pandey, Mahima (4 April 2024). "Heeramandi song Tilasmi Bahein: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's muse Sonakshi Sinha sets the floor on fire with her sultry moves". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 11 April 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Chowdhury, Madhumanti Pait (23 April 2024). "Heeramandi Song Azadi: Manisha Koirala, Sonakshi Sinha, Aditi Rao Hydari's Freedom Hymn". NDTV. Archived from the original on 1 May 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ ANI (29 April 2024). "'Azadi' song from Sanjay Leela Bhansali's 'Heeramandi' out now". The Print. Archived from the original on 28 October 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Wankhede, Girish (28 May 2024). "Heeramandi: The Diamond Bazaar music review". Bollywood Town. Archived from the original on 15 June 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Heeramandi soundtrack strikes a chord, fans swoon over musical masterpiece". PeepingMoon. 10 May 2024. Archived from the original on 28 October 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Tuteja, Joginder (24 April 2024). "Heeramandi Music Review". Bollywood Hungama. Archived from the original on 7 February 2023. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Ramnath, Nandini (1 May 2024). "'Heeramandi' review: Lahore Luxe tawaif saga runs on empty". Scroll.in. Archived from the original on 15 August 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Mishra, Pratikshya (1 May 2024). "'Heeramandi' Review: Sanjay Leela Bhansali's Ambition Meets Remarkable Casting". TheQuint. Archived from the original on 19 June 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "Heeramandi's hits: Bhansali's series tops global music charts". The Statesman. 21 May 2024. Archived from the original on 22 June 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ Kohli-Khandekar, Vanita (15 October 2024). "'Heeramandi' to 'Chamkila': Music in streaming series hits the right note". Business Standard. Archived from the original on 13 October 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
- ^ "As Aditi Rao Hydari's walk from Heeramandi song Saiyaan Hatto Jaao goes viral, we ask kathak experts if it's actually the 'gaj gamini'". The Indian Express. 15 May 2024. Archived from the original on 10 July 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.
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- ^ "Netflix's Heeramandi song Sakal Ban features at Royal College of Music Museum Exhibition, London". Firstpost. 29 June 2024. Archived from the original on 30 June 2024. Retrieved 28 October 2024.