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Sometimes are a full song is not needed to enjoy a tune. And sometimes, the background music/theme sounds better than the song itself. I know that there have been many an occasion where the background tune from one film becomes a full song in another. So whilst compiling some clippings for another dance post, I thought I'd compile a list of background tunes that I could find.



A classic tune by Ilaiyaraja takes a new turn with his son Yuvan Shankar Raja for Sarvam.



Oy! movie may have had a sad ending but the music was just amazing. Yuvan's magic touch once again.



Now this one is long but its got all the BGMs for VTV/YMC in one hit. ARR is my god!



As cute as the visual, DSP has a beautiful combo of beat and melody in this one from Bommarillu.



MMK really brings out the haunting love story in this tune from Magadheera. Send chills down my spine everytime.



But apart from melodies and mushy stuff, we have an intro which I have yet to get over. MMK working it for our own Puli in Yamadonga.



Coming back to DSP, I love the piano in the title BGM for Aarya 2. Even though the track is just as awesome.



Ahem, this is the tune from Swades by ARR but we all know that Dekho Na was originally from Baba. But its ARR so we excuse.

There seems to be a dominance of melody with the tunes but like I normally say, these are only a few. I know that most intro scenes have a tune in them but its now a little on the ordinary side with most. I know that there is a piece in One 2 Ka Four that was later used by ARR in Star and became Nenthukitten which introduced one of my now fav singer, Karthik. Unfortunately, I haven't had any luck finding it. If you, dear reader, do find it please let me know.

Ga Ga about Yodha

For all the hungama I've made about Anaganaga O Dheerudu, I'm sure some people think I'm a crazy fan of Siddharth's. But contrary to popular belief, I am sooo not. Well maybe a little ;). But seriously, I don’t know his life history, I don’t know his address, I don’t know his parents' names. Kukka undo kooda theliyudu boss!! However, that doesn't mean he doesn't get the epic fan girl smile. Yes it exists and anyone that is with me when I'm watching movies knows that I have this ridiculous smile that frustrates me no end that comes up when seeing actors I like work their magic.

So here's me writing a little (!!!) piece about the Sidmeister... Nachithe comment cheyava?

Let’s start with me, at the tender age of...well, maybe not tender but I was 19. Very much a yuppie, sitting next to my mum waiting for A.R.Rahman's music to blast on screen since I didn't know a single person from Boys. Shankar is cool but I was there for ARR! So there I sat and when that twin tower line came up, all I could think of was... "This guy should be on a Colgate ad!"... After Maddy, Sid was the only 2000 watt smile I thought apt for the ad. And that’s a compliment really! But even with a crucial character and the only one that gets a girlfriend/wife, Boy did that film make me cringe! The thought may have been noble but damn, it’s called tact, Mr Shankar. You of all people should know that.

Then came Aiyutha Ezhuthu. Here too Sid was pretty good but kind of felt he was overshadowed by Surya and Madhavan. It was about this time mum dropped the bomb on his age (not much, just 25 when I thought he was like 19!!) but it was at that point too, I understood the phrase "Age is nothing but a number”:D Arjun and Meera had my favourite songs to their story and I kept thinking if Sid and Trisha would get together in real life but that’s my fantasy brain coming into the fore.

However there is one thing I must mention. I thought he was cute compared to the others around in TFI but that was about it, even if he was pretty good at acting too. My logic was eye candy was basic necessity seriously lacking at that time for me so it didn't matter much. But yes the first movie I loved to smittens was Nuvvasthanante Nenuvoddantana. Although not because of him... I actually took time to fall in love with the antics of Santhoooosshhh! I did find him adorable but call me crazy; all I could see when he was on screen was Prabhu Deva. Trademarks are hard to disguise or disregard, Siddhu darling. And you hadn't gotten one yet. Or maybe it was that toothy smile on the cover of NVNV DVDs? Meh. Either way, LOVE LOVE LOVE and also eternally grateful to Dil Raju for booking Siddhu to do the film since out of all those films that got me into Telugu, this film played a big part.

Next we have Rang De Basanti. My friend Neha and I have this tradition where we make a day of going to the movies to watch a Hindi film at Fox Studios. We were so crazy we would imagine what it would be like to study at AFTRS [a film school in Sydney] and dream of directing one day. But on one such dream fest, she told me about RDB and showed the poster which had a kind of raavananish design too. Aamir Khan was in it and ARR was music... Meh. Big difference I know but Aamir was ok and ARR had reign on the music, not the film. And then, the other shoe dropped and I realised who was on the right side of Aamir. I squealed so loud, the waiter walked out asking if I was ok. Siddhu Mania began again!

So finally, I acknowledged the awesome actor side of Sid and was re-watching his films like crazy when... BOOM! Bommarillu hit me like a ton of bricks. Ok, I'll admit Chukkalo Chandrudu was a nice film, there were some things that didn't sit right with me and no offence to Sada fans, her casting and role was one of them. I did however; feel Siddhu was repeating himself a bit. But with Bommarillu, any apprehension just fell apart. Have to hand it him though for standing up to powerhouse performer Prakashraj. Seriously, I don’t think anyone could have pulled off the father-son combo better than them. Jayam Ravi tried, but this one is Sid's all the way. And with every viewing, and there were many, the love would grow. I thank god for my cousin's friend who lent me a copy of the film and her patience while I hogged it even after Aata released. Considering there was a drought in Sid-filmville after Aata and all I had was Blood Brothers, I thought I was doing ok.

Now, Koncham Ishtam Koncham Kashtam isn't amazingly different. But when you have Tamannaah, Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy, Prakashraj and Ramya Krishnan involved, dilkhush chesinav, bhaiyya. Not to mention Brahmam darling with his Gachibowli Diwakar act. Hysterics on call for that one. I do have my concerns with the Korean Pop star hairstyle though but this is Sid, so I guess I should trust him. (P.S. This film was pre-glam doll/stylist change era of Tamannaah so she just looks cute and of course, with Sid's antics giving the extra boost of cuteness). I'm going to skip past the forgettable Baava but the village bum/naattu kattai look gets 2 thumbs up from me.

Then Oy! and Striker happened. My life wasn't the same and I'm pretty this is when the fan girl entered into my life. I ranted and raved like  ... well, a raved lunatic. Yuvan. My Yuvan... Saviour of so many films and all-round legend, collaborated with singer Siddharth. For both films! It was like apple pie and choc-chip ice cream with caramel hot sauce for diabetes patient. Sooooo good, it kills. I mean, I've heard him before and I know his singing voice can be heaps fun but Yuvan has always got a different swing to the dime-a-dozen out there. The brain side of me worked while watching both films for the 3rd time and I applauded both films for their attempt. While Oy! was kind of the Sid formula I'd seen before, it changed towards the end. Striker was something I was not prepared for though. I hate seeing my on-screen heroes cry because I will become a crying ball of mess with them. No doubt. So naturally, I require at least a dozen boxes of Kleenex. Through in the critical thinking side of me that sees the energy and performance given, and I may as well be the brand ambassador. Yet, after all of that, I wouldn’t say I turned a blind eye if he did something below average since Baava clearly coudnt be saved.

So what have I gained from plastering all of this on my wall? Well, basic point blank I enjoy his films. He’s the only Siddharth that comes to mind after my dad (work mates call him Sid instead of Sinnappu, that's another post). Anthakanna ekkuga cheppelem, bossu.

Ringa Ringa Vs Dhinka Chika

If there is one that Allu Arjun can be depended on for his films, its good music. Add in Devi Sri Prasad[DSP affectionately] and you have a duo with brains and talent. Aarya came, we sang Feel My Love. Aarya 2 came, we danced to My Love Is Gone. But whether it was Aa Ante Amalapuram or Ringa Ringa, both had Allu Arjun and DSP and both rocked like anything. So naturally when Ringa Ringa rocks the charts and becomes an anthem, somebody will want the song for another language. I thought it would be Vijay since he's the biggest remake/reuse king around. But the one and only Salman Khan decided he was going to take it to Hindi instead. So here are the two songs folks.

Cant wait to see Salman in this version. Total Bindaasy


As much as I love Salman Khan and love that he took DSP to Hindi instead of ripping the song off, my vote goes to the original. Mana Andhra ishtyle verule :) Ensoi!!

Sadi Gali Something Something?

Dont know about y'all, but when it comes to Punjabi, I can try all I like to use the Hindi I know to figure out the meaning of phrases but sometimes, its just way off. Sad since its seems like such a fun language to speak :P Either way, there is no denying I love the base for a good Panjabi track. Latest addiction is Sadi Galli from Tanu Weds Manu and now that I been caught singing the wrong words, I went looking for the lyics with the translation and this is what I've got. Let me know if there is any mistakes. :)

"Kudiyan De Vich Phire Hassdi Khed Di 

(She Roams Among Girls Smiling and Enjoying Herself)

Ho Gutt Di Parandi Teri Naag Wangu Meldi

(You’re Braid Moves like Snake)
Aashiqan Nu Darsh Dikhaya Karo

(Do Pay a Visit to Your Lovers)

Kadi Sadi Gali Bhull Ke Vi Aya Karo Ji

(Do Pass Through My Street Someday, Even If It Is By Mistake)

Goriya Gallan Ch Tere Toye Bade Fabde

(Those Dimples Look To Nice On Your Fair Cheeks)

Mitran Payareya Nu Sohne Bade Lagde

(I Find Then So Pretty)
Thoda Sade Uttey Taras Vi Khaya Karo Ji

( Have Some Mercy On Me Too)

Kadi Sadi Gali Bhull Ke Vi Aya Karo Ji

Jidaro Vi Lange Mundey Maardey Seetiyan

(From Wherever She Passes Boys Whistle)
Karde Ishaare Koi Maarda Geetiyan

(Make Signs And Some Throw Pebbles (At Her))
Sajna Nu Aina Na Sataya Karo

(Don't Torment Your Lovers This Much)

Kadi Sadi Gali Bhull Ke Vi Aya Karo Ji

Rab Ne Husn Ditta Maan Nai Karida

(God Has Given You Beauty Don't Be Proud (Vain))
Aakkadan Di Ag Vich Ainwe Ni Sadida

(It's Not Right To Burn In The Fire Of Vanity Like That)

Kadi Pyar Wala Meeh Warsaya Karo

(Sometime U Should Rain Love (Shower Her Love On Him))

Kadi Sadi Gali Bhull Ke Vi Aya Karo Ji

Lehmber Ne Ban Jana Tera Manmeet Nee

(Lehember Is Gonna Become Your Beloved)
Sachi Suchi Ohde Naal Pala Tu Preet Ni

(Promise True Clean Love To Him)
Saareyan Nu Mangar Na Laya Karo Ji

(Stop Making False Promises With All Others)

Kadi Sadi Gali Bhull Ke Vi Aya Karo Ji"

Now what with this post be without the clip but the only problem is its not the full song. But it has a cute as smiling Maddy so I'm happy with it .. I know I'm a sucker for cute guy grins :D

Bhimavaram vs Bheemavaram

I dont know about you but remakes are like walking on a double edged sword for me. Some will have an amazing cast combo that gets you excited but disappoint with bad screenplay (or worse scene by scene copies). Then there are others that should never have been redone! But thats only the negative side. However, remaking a song can be more tragic than an entire film. Again the fight is between the fans of the old wine against fans of the current fad. To me, some songs can work if they have the right voices and competent hands on the decks. But there have been quite a few doozies.

For examples, D.Imman redid the famous track of MGR's Atho Antha Paravai Pola Vaazha Vendum when he composed the songs for Madarasi. This same track was done by GV Prakash in Aiyirathil Oruvan. Personally, I prefer GVP's version but this song sounds the best in its original form. At the same time, A.R.Rahman [my messiah] did a cover for the ever sweet track Thottaal Poo Malarum with Hariharan and Harini. This version had more appeal to me without taking away from the original's capacity to make you sway.

So which is better? Is this a good trend? I dont know. But some tracks make me wish they left the original as it was. Take a look at the latest in remade songs I stumbled on.



Now this may not have been the full track but its going to take a lot of convincing and some majorly appealing choreography to say it is better than the original Bheemavaram Bulloda.

Ssshruti Sssensation..

I know I know its been so long but I am still not over this song. Seriously, of all the actresses that have tried their hand at singing, I think Shruti Haasan's collaboration with David Kushner is by far the most unique and rocking song EVER!! No one near the candy floss stuff that others have tried to do. Ok, fine the movie is "beyond words" but the song and the clip for "Beyond the snake" made me feel like it was worth the struggle.

So here you are. Take as squizz at the diva in action..



But its not just this one song that I love. She has an electrifying voice that is so unlike her father's but just as mesmerizing. I have heard some of her work on her Myspace. My personal favourites are Bury Me, Again and Tamil.

Although the clip is little off for my likings love her rendition of Aazma Luck Aazma..



Lets not forget her collaboration with Blaaze in Unnaipol Oruvan for the title track music video.



But I think one of the absolute favourites I have of Shruti singing is this impromptu style rendition of Waqt Ne Kiya. Totally awesome and beautifully sung.

Venky's loss, Vijay's gain

Nuvvu Naaku Nachav was one of the few Venky films that I took time to like. But when I figured out it was remade by Vijay, I actually loved it his version. I liked Vijay at the time so that may have been the reason. But it honesty, it was a well remade film. Scenes were the same but it had an authenticity to it that was appealing. So where Nuvvu Naaku Nachav took some time to grow on me, Vaseegara was instantaneous. Mostly, because I loved the comedy and dialogue of Vijay. So considering I am overdue for a post, I thought the rewatch I am having on old films including Vaseegara warranted a post. This is one of my fav scene and song from Vaseegara.

The only thing that I was annoyed by was the heroine selection for Vijay's film. Somehow Sneha seemed way too plastic for my likings. What's worse is her stylist attempts to dress her like Simran in my other favourite song. WTF?!?!