Gadar-Ek Prem Katha, competes with Lagaan with its traditional angle to the movie, with different appeals. Starring Jatt Deol (the original) and Amisha Patel (as the Punjabi wannabe), Gadar is a film that will likely appeal more to the classes than the masses, that too, the northern regions of India. Same with the music, given its Punjabi authenticity by Uttam Singh, an album well worth waiting for... Udja Kale Kawan has four versions to it, Folk (Udit Narayan), Marriage (Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Nihar S.), Search (Udit Narayan, Alka Yagnik, Nihar S.), and Victory (chorus). Each distinct to its nature, the underlying beat is the same yet each version makes a different impact. The lyrics and music are very traditional Punjabi, emitting a certain warmth of apna pind. The songs are well-sung and the emotion is felt throughout the songs. The upbeat traditional Punjabi marriage version was my particular favorite, though all were equally amazing. Though not embedded with modern beats that appeal to mainstream cinema of jhatkawallas, lets just say this was definitely one for the fellow j(h)atts. Main Nikla Gaddi Leke is definitely one for the the Deol jatt. Well-sung by Udit Narayan, the song picks up pace with Punjabi lyrics and upbeat music. If Udja put you off because you found it too deep for your taste (or slow, or what may it be), this song ought to appeal to you, especially if you are a fan of Sunny puttar and his style. Udit is joined by Preeti Uttam for a moving Musafir Jaane Wale, a song with noteworthy lyrics and simple music, spinning a very nice track. Preeti Uttamīs singing is excellent, very Punjabi, very moving. Hum Juda Ho Gaye is sung by Udit Narayan, Preeti Uttam, and Rakesh Pandit. Preeti Uttamīs singing is a little overwhelming at first but settles down. Udit Narayan sings well to complement Preeti. The music is good but overall, there are better tracks on this album and the appeal likely lies more in the movieīs portrayal of the song rather than the song itself. Aan Milo Sajna, on the other hand, engulfs you with its simple tabla beat, good lyrics and well-emoted singing by Parveen Sultana and Ajay Chakrabarty. Definitely not for the mainstream listener, but excellent nevertheless. The last song on the album, the Traditional Shaadi Geet, is a tappa that likely only a Punjabi can fully appreciate, lyrics and all. Preeti Uttamīs singing is up-to-par, though the song itself is short (wish it was longer). Though this album will not pick up sales as well as a more modern album like Pyar Tune Kya Kiya, sometimes some of the best of music is one that is most appreciated for its art (an excellent example of the classes vs. the masses). To the people who have a traditional taste in them, this album is a must-have. And letīs try to keep it classy and out of those horrendous remix albums...
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