Apparently unharmed and completely not dejected by the failure of Hum Ho Gaye Aap Ke and apparently charged by the success of recent no-name films, Venus Films now introduces two new stars,
Nakul Kapur & Aarti Chabria and an actress,
Kim Sharma, who needs a re-introducing herself. What may you ask is the film’s
USP? Seeing as though the film itself is a romance about a young man dreaming to be in a band, clearly music must be pivotal, and when hit music is required seemingly
Nadeem-Shravan deliver (too bad hit soundtracks are not always of applaud caliber).
Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hain is a romance soundtrack that has the right amount of appeal but not so much to categorize it in to the excellently composed category- clearly of the nature of N-S’s recent projects. However, what matters the most is that it has enough of the vigor to attract a listener.
This is Sonu Nigam’s soundtrack. The singer doesn’t usually sing with N-S often, but this time he has sung half of the songs on the soundtrack leaving usual names like Alka Yagnik and Kumar Sanu to a single solo each. Furthermore, the lyrics aren’t English and don’t insult the listener’s ear or Sonu Nigam’s vocals. Sometimes it’s these little things… Tauseef Akhtar, who has sung previously in Nadeem-Shravan’s redundant qawaali’s, has been given his chance at a solo in the title track, “Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hain”. The melody is quite a contrast from his usual singing. The guitar takes precedence along with a number of instruments, which help to elude his somewhat unusual vocals. He does a decent job but is too fresh in the game such that the effectiveness is lacking. N-S embark on experimental territory slightly with the flute though they still need to cover more ground! The song helps the beginning of the proceedings and surely do not hinder it. Carrying a little of Ishq Hai Kya (Hum Ho Gaye Aap Ke) is “Dil Gaya”, a fast paced dance number which is infectious but still a little similar to Sonu’s endless dance numbers. One wonders why Sonu is given these numbers to sing a lot lately, he’s much more suited for the next number “Yeh Un Dino Ki Baat Hain”. It’s there where he sings at aptitudes, which require great skills, and expresses fervor accurately. Combined with some decent lyrics from Sameer and apt support from a Sadhna Sargam sound alike- Sarika Kapoor- the song hits the right notes. Again Nadeem-Shravan explore new territory with the piano, chorus drums and several other instruments, which add to the feel good feeling of the song. The best numbers on the soundtrack are the solos by Bollywood’s top singers, Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik. “Aankh Hai Bhari Bhari” is an experimental love song, which doesn’t strike one in terms of composition but feeling. The song is quite attractive and will probably have one singing it after it is over. Bringing back some of the good stuff and the saxophone with Sameer’s words of love, Nadeem-Shravan come up with one of the winners on the soundtrack. Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik sing perfectly depicting the accurate amount of emotion in medium paced love tunes. Listen to this song; you’ll like both versions and appreciate them even in their long length. “Aap Jaisa” is the most different song on the soundtrack using the tabla and several other essential instruments to reel one into the Sukhwinder Singh's fast paced, presumably, dance number. Sukhwinder is another singer who doesn’t usually work with Nadeem-Shravan and here one wonders why. The singing, beats and simple lyrics work together in giving one a well done feet-tapping number. It’s another one to hit repeat on even though the singer interrupts for some situational conversation. The last well-composed number is “Door Wadiyon Se”, a number that relies on Sonu Nigam’s vocals and a chorus to carry it off well. The song starts off excellently with unique and distinguishing instrumentalism, which blend well with what is to follow. In fact it is probably one of the best Nadeem-Shravan “Arabic-styled” tunes we’ve heard in a while. Sameer’s lyrics are okay. Sonu sings with great ease this love song about a man admiring his love. This is another one to enjoy up until the last minute which teases you into thinking it won’t end. Tauseef contributes again to revert to his usual qawaali stuff with Sonu unnecessarily joining in to “Jo Jaam Se Peeta Hoon”. The song is passable.
Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hain is off to a good start and even leaves me in some anticipation since its star cast is pretty well compact. Though, were it not for “Aankh Hai Bhari Bhari”, “Door Wadiyon Se”, “Aap Jaise” or “Tum Se Achcha Kaun Hain” to some extent, the soundtrack would be a wash out. But wait- those songs comprise most of the soundtrack. Clearly another decent effort by Nadeem-Shravan; give it a chance with fair expectations and you’ll probably like one, if not all, of the songs I mentioned above. |
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