Moksha : Forgotten Soundtracks [6]

Rajesh Roshan-the melody man. Unlike his as-usual projects with brother Rakesh Roshan, here Rajesh did scored fabulous tracks for Moksha : Salvation [2001] directed by ace cinematographer Ashok Mehta. In addition to Breathtaking visuals, the music did wonders while watching to the movie. Moksha was on shelves for so long, and when it got released, only thing people remember-was the item song 'Jaan Leva'. Where 'newcomer' Arjun Rampal was stretching his biceps with [umm..] Kalpana Pandit. And somewhere in background there was Manisha Koirala [overweight, so hiding]. A fantastic dance number sung by Sukhwinder Singh and Kavita Krishnamurty. Both singer sung this really really well. Though the track is reminiscent of 'Kambakht Ishq' [pyar tune kya kiya] released at same time, but still it stands out. Where are you Kavita ji? You are my most favorite. :(

Did I forgot to add that lyricist is Javed Akhtar? Well, It came to my mind when I heard next track. 'Mohabbat Zindgi Hai' a sweet girly song sung by Madhushree. Song I love most is up next. Extremely lovely 'love'ly song 'Humko Pyaar Hai' sung by Kamaal Khan [yes, the same 'o o jane jaana' wala] and Sneha Pant [? not pants :D ]. A really sweet voice, we've never heard after. The song starts with trademark Rajesh Roshan - birds chirping, and sounds of nature. And the beats takes you over. With sweet voice of Sneha. Sweet sweet song.

Javed ji, shows his spark in next track 'Nani Maa' [maternal grandma]. - Lullaby version Sung by Mahalaxmi. A cute song gives nostalgic feeling and take us to our childhood. Back to our grandparents when we were child. Another version, as a quite 'opera-ish' - Dominique does outstanding singing in second version of Nani Maa' . Really really great singing indeed.

While last track 'Seep Mein Moti' which also comes twice, has shades of dark. Truth of life, betrayal and more. I prefer Shaan's version over Pamela Jain's. Again Javed ji has written excellent words.

The album also was one of the first venture of duo Salim-Suleiman. They had created Wow! background score for the movie. Album has got Four superb Instrumental tracks by them. Beautiful World, Change Is The Only Constant, Salvation and my favorite Beginning of the End. The tracks set mood-'dark mood' for the movie.

Overall, its a fantastic soundtrack for equally fantastic movie. I loved the movie. And Arjun too. I totally disagree with people who tells Arjun 'wooden face'. Also here is Nicki's review of the movie (with fantastic screencaps as always :) ]

Here are all the videos. [all videos are also uploaded by Nicki]

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