Noor-E-Khuda : My Name Is Khan - Lyrics and Thoughts

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Noor E Khuda ...

When piercing voice of Shankar Mahadevan, heard in first promo of My Name is Khan - I was sure that this is going to be one hell of a soundtrack. Given my increasing inclination for Sufi, I would say this is surely a treat for me. And as promised - Shankar Ehsan Loy once again delivers a superb soundtrack to start year 2010 in a musical way.

Though right now I am going through other songs as well, I can't resist myself to put up words for 'THE' song - Noor-E-Khuda. Sung by Shankar Mahadevan, Adnan Sami and Shreya Ghoshal. A song which will surely bring tears [atleast to me] in this sure shot tear jerker movie of Karan Johar. Though lyrics of Niranjan Iyengar left me hungry for more deep words, cause here just for rhyming sound I think he has taken easy picks. Like Zard-Sard and more. But the way song is composed, left me speechless. The 'antara' of Shreya Ghoshal would be 'must watch' in the movie. And as the song concludes, Shankar Mahadevan in his own style, leaves his mark. And for such song, choice of Adnan Sami is a bit surprising. But he does his part perfectly.

Here are the lyrics.

Noor E Khuda....

Ajnabi mod hai,
Khauf har aur hai,
Har nazar pe dhuan chha gaya
Pal bhar mein jaane kya kho gaya

Aasman zard hai
Aahein bhi sard hai,
Tan se saaya juda ho gaya
Pal bhar mein jaane kya kho gaya

Saans ruk si gayi
Jism chhil sa gaya
Toote khwabon ke manzar pe
Tera jahan chal diya

Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
tu kahan chhupa hai humein yeh bata
Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
yun naa humse nazarein phira.
Noor E Khuda ..

Nazar-e-karam farma hi de
Deen-o-dharam ko jaga hi de
Jalti hui tanhaiyaan
Roothi hui parchhaiyaan
Kaisi udi yeh hawa
Chhaya yeh kaisa sama
Ruh jam si gai
Waqt tham sa gaya

Toote khwabon ke manzar pe
Tera jahan chal diya

Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
Tu kahan chhupa hai humein yeh bata
Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
Yun naa humse nazarein firaa.
Noor E Khuda ..

Ujhde se lamhon ko aas teri,
Zakhmi dilon ko hai pyaas teri
Har dhadkan ko talaash teri,
Tera milta nahi hai pata,

Khaali aankhein khud se sawaal karein,
Aman ki cheekh behaal karein,
Behta lahoo fariyaad karein,
Tera mit ta chala hai nishaan,

ruh jam si gai
waqt tham sa gaya

Toote khwabon ke manzar pe
Tera jahan chal diya

Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
tu kahan chhupa hai humein yeh bata
Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
yun naa humse nazarein firaa.
Noor E Khuda ..

Noor E Khuda Noor E Khuda
aaj kal tu kahan hai yeh bataa

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Favorite Films of 2009

Wishing all my Blogger Buddies and Readers a very very happy new year. Hoping a great new year ahead for music and movies.

Going directly to the list - words of clarification. No doubt 3 idiots is best movie of 2009, for me atleast. [secret reason: It has Aamir, yaar]. But I am keeping it out of his list. Also, before the release, i had already made the list. So, here is my 'Personal' choice of favorite movies of 2009. Its personal, because it satisfied the movie bug in me. Movies..the way I want them. Movies listed are in order of #awesomeNess [oops...Twitter lingo here too]

[Movie's name contains link to my review of the same]

1. Luck By Chance : Movie about Movies. The Best theme that can please me. Subtle smoothness was all around in each frame. Every time we get impressed by Charisma of superb cameos of *stars*. Even the most delightful performances. Memorable scene was of Hrithik when he does interact with street children from his car window. Just superb wordless scene enough to make us speechless. Love Rewatching this masterpiece again and again. What I loved more about the movie is its ending. Where it doesn't make any typical solutions but straight ending. Also not to forget, Shankar Ehsan Loy's stirring soundtrack. Can't wait to see more films by Zoya Akhtar.

2. Kaminey : Never I am a fan of action or even angry young man movies. But this movie made me fall flattered at vision of Vishal Bhardwaj. Such a dark movie yet full on with colors and shades of its characters. A complete revelation of actor Shahid Kapoor. The movie will definitely get tonnes of awards for him. New talents like Chandan Sanyal and Amol Gupte shined up in each scene. Even Priyanka Chopra portrayed Marathi Mulgi with great confidence. And when vishal is giving music too, you can't have any doubts.
Perfect.

3. Delhi-6 : It could be the no.1 but given some flaws and the weird climax, it is at 3rd place. Serene Rahman melodies are the soul of the movie. And add divine beauty - Sonam Kapoor, Allah, this is a visual feast. [check out the awesome music+visuals review at Sujoy's blog ]. The best enemble cast after Luck By Chance. Just read that Rakeysh has changed teh ending and now it will show Roshan, dying in the end. So now, it will be a perfect movie.

4. Dev D : Cult, Mean and Extreme. Are the three words to describe the movie. It shattered all age old 'goodness' of the Devdas story. Never on screen, things are so stripped. The performances were superb. And the technical expertise made movie look stunning. Abhay Deol alongwith 2 new girls outshined with performances. A strong dillema will surely be there for award chosers, between Abhay and Shahid. Not to forget fantastic soundtrack by Amit Trivedi-18 tracks which drives movie on its own. Love it.

5. RocketSingh - Salesman of the year : Posterboy of the year. Ranbir Kapoor. After charming Wake Up Sid and Ajab Prem ki Ghazab Kahani, the guy again proved that he has the genes. And is here to stay. A simple little movie which revolves at just two places. Goes through life of a few characters working in an office. And some hard hitting facts of life. Rocketsingh works perfectly with honest intentions. Shimit Amin's shines in his third movie too. Way to go.


So these are the Top 5 movies. There are still some movies that needs to be mentioned. So can't resist to make this list longer, and here are another 5 films that are must watch.

6. 99 : Another low budget, low expectation movie which left everyone laughing and laughing. Kunal Khemu and Soha looked great together. And Boman + Mahesh Manjrekar rocked movie with their performances.

7. Wake Up Sid : A movie that doesn't shout about boy being younger than girl. A movie that feels light and cool like breeze of air. A movie where Ranbir proved himself, again.

8. Gulaal : Another hard hitting movie by Anurag Kashyap. Just watch this movie for KayKay's performance and awesome songs of Piyush Mishra.

9. Wanted : Love Me..Love Me..Love me... Sallu says you love me. Yes, I do. So do I for Aayesha. The movie literally rocked. A perfect Masala Entertainer.

10. Quickgun Murugan : The Legend came alive again. Out and out hilarious movie. You just can't help but to laugh at stupid - funny caricature of the cowboy from down the south.

So, what are your favorite, in order of 1 to 5 or 10??

Movies I watched in 2009

# 3 Idiots
# Avatar
# Rocket Singh : Salesman of The Year
# 2012
# Kurbaan
# Ajab Prem Ki Ghazab Kahani
# London Dreams
# Aladin
# BLUE
# Raiders of the Lost Ark
# Superhero Movie
# Wake Up Sid
# What's Your Raashee?
# Wanted
# District 9
# Little Terrorist
# QuickGun Murugan
# Sikandar
# Life Partner
# Kaminey
# The Blue Umbrella
# Agyaat
# Love Aaj Kal
# Luck
# Harry Potter : Half Blood Prince
# Ice Age:3 | Dawn of the Dinosaurs
# Kambakkht Ishq
# Bommarillu
# New York
# The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
# Kal Kissne Dekha
# Angels & Demons
# 99
# Revolutionary Road
# The Reader
# Fast & Furious 4
# Khuda Kay Liye
# Dasvidaniya
# Welcome To Sajjanpur
# Tahaan
# Dashàvatàr
# KamaSutra: A Tale of Love
# 8x10 Tasveer
# Aa Dekhen Zara
# Firaaq
# Halloween:Resurrection
# Annabelle's Wish
# The Darjeeling Limited
# The Simpsons Movie
# Perfumed Garden
# Lakhon Ki Baat
# Ab Aayega Mazaa
# Outlander
# Gulaal
# Chashme Buddoor
# The Haunted Ship
# The Bee Movie
# 13-B
# Delhi 6
# Dev D
# dil dosti etc.
# Billu
# Luck By Chance
# Raaz : TMC
# Dil kabaddi
# Slumdog Millionaire
# CC2C

3 Idiots : Movie Review

Promises are fulfilled, Expectations are met. Now... I can breathe normal now. That Aamir has delivered it 3rd time in a row. Yes, its a hattrick. After TZP and Ghajini, this is yet another movie that makes you feel 'What a Movie !!'. What a movie. A full on experience of trademark Rajkumar Hirani's own style masala movie. 3 Idiots is undoubtedly the Best of 2009.

No doubt traces of Munnabhai series are there. And that is for sure. Cause its Raju's movie after all. But neither it hurts nor it disappoints. The sequences are not intended to be repeated in the movie but the story demands them. Moreover, big relief is that, Raju and Abhijat Joshi - the writer duo -has taken only bits from the novel and whenever he has done that, it is done exactly same what's written in the book. Nowhere he has tried to change that. On the other side, most of the storyline is developed differently than the original, that too runs smoothly. Full marks to the writing department. Its the strongest point always, in Hirani's movies. 3 Idiots belongs to both-Raju and Abhijat. Its always tough to visualize the books. And with 3 Idiots, one thing is for sure - Vidhu Vinod Chopra is THE guy who can do that. [remember Parineeta?!!]

One thing Raju has mastered is his art of mixing humour with emotions. [I know it is said a thousand time]. There is never a dull moment in the movie. Yet it makes you cry at so many places. In certain scenes, it makes you so happy that your tears of happiness starts flowing. Performance wise, the movie is flawless. Each and every actor is in their best form. Even the smallest cameos are so good. Everything is said about Aamir till now for each of his movie. I fear I need to learn other languages to praise him more and more day by day. Sharman and Madhvan are perfect. The RDB magic comes alive again with the three 'idiots'. Kareena Kapoor charms you as Medical student & daughter of Viru Sahastrabudhdhe - Head of the college. A surprising performance comes in form of Chatur - played by Omi. He's a bookworm who can go at any length to make his marks top the list.

Music is really well integrated. Just loved picturisation of Zoobi Doobi and Behti Hawa sa... which features spectacular cinematography [Muraleedharan C.K.]. Shimla has never looked so beautiful and so is the picturesque Ladakh. Everything is so vibrant and colorful.

I wont go much blah blah now. Will stop here and shout - 'Go For it !!!' . You can't afford to miss the most entertaining movie of the year............and oh, don't forget to get shocked at Superb 'Kahani Mein Twist' at Intermission.

Ok, lastly something reminded me. Its in the air that This is not best of Aamir, blah blah. But hey, when has he promised that? Here its the promise of Raju Hirani - to deliver a full on 'MOVIE' to entertain us. And it DOES, and how !!

My Rating : *drumroll* 5 / 5
Fav. scenes : Aamir Aamir Aamir Aamir......

word of caution : If you are allergic to words like Piss, Balatkaar etc. [college lingo] and scenes of Ragging [as seen in Munnabhai] - Skip this or don't go with family.

Favorite Song Picturisations of 2009

A rather dull year for Bollywood-2009 is coming to an end. Though one can not deny that even in such phase, we have got some pathbreaking movies too. Like Kaminey and Dev D, which I think, are the most different, yet 'Bolly' movies, we have seen in 2009. And by the word 'Bollywood' what comes first to our mind is - Song and Dance!! So, there. Why not make a list of vibrant, colorful and vivid canvas of Hindi Cinema - My Favorite Song Picturisations of 2009.

Please note that I haven't seen Paa and 3 idiots and Ada are not released yet. So they are not included in the list. The list is in order of Movie release dates.

Yeh zindagi bhi - Luck By Chance : The movie is full of vibrant colors. Colors that truly represents Bollywood and India. Beautiful 'Pyaar Ki Daastan' was a strong contender. But the storyline used in 'Yeh Zindgi Bhi' made it really interesting. Unknown faces, who works their best to make the movie as it should be, without being recognized ever. Wonderful Camerawork, one of the best Title credits.

Khuda-Ya-Khair - Billu : Gorgeous landscapes of Pollachi [Tamil Nadu] And lovely lady, Lara Dutta as Gaaon Ki Gori!! Droooooool.... Yes, the 'SRK riding bicycle' song is another favorite of mine this year. Don't know if Pritam has lifted the tune from anywhere, but the song is perfect match for the visuals.

Emotional Atyaachar [Rock]- Dev D : Visual dynamite - that's what I call it. Each song is picturised in a way, that each of them stands alone in their own way. So far, I zeroed on Dhol Yaraa Dhol, Saali Khushi and Pardesi. Fantastic choreography. Superb colors. But the winner has to be Emotional Atyachaar - Rock Version. for sheer technical brilliance.

Dil Gira Daftan - Delhi 6 : Koi Shaq??? Gorgeous Sonam Kapoor casts spell with her unmatched beauty. and what a video ! How smoothly it glides between Chandni Chowk & New York !! Love the exposure having feel of Canvas.

Gulon mein - Sikandar : Serene scenic beauty of Kashmir captured in equally serene song. And a shocker later. Gulon Mein fitted perfectly in the movie.

Thoda Thoda Pyar - Love Aaj Kal : All the fun in Chor Bazaari, is left behind by the charm of lovestory between Saif+ Giselle. Though her lip syncing looked little bit out of place, its Saif, who makes the song outstanding. All the clownish act and masti !!

Climax Song - Kaminey : Dark, Violent, Hair Raising - the song which features in climax of the movie is amongst Vishal's one of the best works. I wonder why the song is not included in OST?

Goonje Angana Mein Shehnai - Life Partner : Well, I'm being little bit selfish here. And why not? Its my blog after all. This song is here, just because of girl Genelia. And when she's doing Garba, how can i keep my eyes off the screen?? Also, cinematography is so lovely. All the colors and glitter.

Tera Hi Jalwa - Wanted : Style Bhai !! And his Dance !! What a combo, yaar. Prabhu Deva has added his own touch and made Salman dance to the Ganesha song. Add surprise appearances and Dhammakedaar beats, the song is full Paisa Vasool !!

Title Track - Whats Your Raashee : 12 Priyanka !! Each one is different. And Harman doing some nice dancing around the Lady(ies). Snippets of each song from the album as an instrumental piece makes it unique.

Rukmaniye - QuickGun Murugan : Silly choice? Not at all. You oughta see Rambha dancing on the floor a-la 1970s. All the suggestive movements of her and camera both. ;-) As raunchy as it can get. Fun !!
Iktara [all versions] - Wake Up Sid: Movie featured various versions of the song. All has magical touch. Visual and musical delight. Narrative goes on with songs. Especially the Punjabi version is fantastic.

Barso Yaron - London Dreams : Many people criticized the movie for making rockstars out of 40 something actors. But I loved each song and the movie itself. This song was a blast on screen. Especially when Salman starts singing his lines, temperature soars ! And the grand finale with Hanuman Chalisa lines. Rocking.

Pocket Mein Rocket - RocketSingh : Since its first promo, the dance steps has caught my eyes. I will be watching the movie in a day or two. But meanwhile the video has got me hooked on. Ranbir, is truly a star. He makes ordinary things, so special.

Promotional videos of 3 Idiots looks good. Zoobi Doobi has fun flavor, while 'Behti Hawa saa' made me emotional. So, fingers are crossed for the movie. Meanwhile, what are your favorite videos of the year 2009???

Why??

I am neck deep in preparation for my own marriage which is due on 8th Dec. And things are getting so very much busy then it seemed. Cause my organization is going for SAP implementation and I am part of the development team. So life is hectic at work too. [God help me to come thru it]. So despite of my strong will to write blog posts, I just can't keep up. So There might be a short term drought on my blog. I hope my dear blogger buddies will not get disappointed by my absence.

Actually what inspired me to write this post is a marriage. A friend of my fiancee has also got married some days back. She has two sisters and parents in family. Both of her sisters got married long ago. After the marriage day, we gave surprise to her parents [who are all alone now cause all 3 girls are married now] by visiting them at 11pm!! I was in shock when we entered the house. The walls looked lifeless. Rooms looked empty. So lifeless everything looked around. Her parents were wearing a fake smile. Why? well, cause they are all alone now. 3 girls, all got married. At the evening of their life, they have no one with them around them, to call their own. That shocked me from inside.

Why, why such tradition is there? can't a girl can choose to stay with her parents , and get married, both at the same time?? Parents, who nurtured their sweet little daughters, just to leave them after 22-23 years? !! 'why only one person can left home? Can't others come with her??