Another classic song is given a new life in Bollywood

Bollywood has been famous for presenting old wine in a new bottle. Songs, especially, have made for frequent rehashes.

Film-makers have long relied on popular old hits to grab attention. R.D. Burman's magical Pyar Mein Dil Pe Maar De Goli, from the film Mahaan, which was sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle is the latest to join the list.

The popular '80s number will be seen again in upcoming film Tamanchey featuring Richa Chadda and Nikhil Dwivedi. In fact, Tamanchey also uses the first line of the song as its poster tagline. The remixed version has also been liberally used as background score in the film's trailer. 

However, video cassette company Shemaroo, which holds the rights of the original film, has objected to the use of the song as background score. Controversy or not, the fad is here to stay. 

Only a few weeks ago, a remixed version of Aaj Phir Tum Pe Pyar Aaya Hai from the 1988 dud Dayavan, starring Vinod Khanna and Madhuri Dixit, featured in Hate Story 2. Popular singer Arijit Singh along with Samira Koppikar gave it a contemporary feel for the new-age audience. Arijit created similar magic with a remixed version of Har Kissi Ko Nahi Milta in Boss. The original song from Jaanbaz featured Sridevi and Feroz Khan. 

R D Burman's Pyar Mein Dil Pe Maar De Goli gets a new twist in Tamanchey

Bollywood has been famous for presenting old wine in new bottle. Songs, especially, have made for frequent rehashes. Film-makers for long have relied on popular old hits to grab attention. R.D. Burman's magical Pyar Mein Dil Pe Maar De Goli, from the film Mahaan, which was sung by Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle and featured Amitabh Bachchan and Zeenat Aman is the latest to join the list.

The popular '80s number will be seen again in upcoming film Tamanchey featuring Richa Chadda and Nikhil Dwivedi. In fact, Tamanchey also uses the first line of the song as its poster tagline. The remixed version has also been liberally used as background score in the film's trailer. However, video cassette company Shemaroo, which holds the rights of the original film, has objected to the use of the song as background score. Controversy or not, the fad is here to stay.

Bollywood has been famous for presenting old wine in new bottle.Only a few weeks ago, a remixed version of Aaj Phir Tum Pe Pyar Aaya Hai from the 1988 dud Dayavan, starring Vinod Khanna and Madhuri Dixit, featured in Hate Story 2. Popular singer Arijit Singh along with Samira Koppikar gave it a contemporary feel for the new-age audience. Arijit created similar magic with a remixed version of Har Kissi Ko Nahi Milta in Boss. The original song from Jaanbaz featured Sridevi and Feroz Khan. Music composer Pritam, who has remixed quite a few songs over the years, however, says there also a flip side to remixing hits.

"There is always the fear of tampering the original wrongly," he said in an interview. Composer duo Vishal-Shekhar rehashed hit number Bachna Ae Haseeno from Rishi Kapoor's Hum Kisise Kum Naheen for the Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Bachna Ae Haseeno. "Old melodies when combined with new instrumentation and orchestra, gives a treat to new generation listeners," said Shekhar Ravjiani. The trend has now become an unwritten rule in Bollywood masala films.

Yeh Mera Dil in the remake of Don, Disco Deewane in Student Of The Year, Dhak Dhak in Nautanki Saala, Hawa Hawaai in Shaitan and Apni Toh Jaise Taise in Housefull are some other recent notable examples.

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Raksha Bandhan special: Bollywood's best songs on festive eve

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The last time we saw Bollywood top stars bonding and bickering on screen as siblings was in Josh where Shah Rukh Khan and Aishwarya Rai's camaraderie as brother and sister overshadowed their chemistry with their respective partners. Remember Apun Bola Tu Meri Laila? And though it was not specifically a brother-sister song, one can't miss the special bond between the two in the number. Hardly, we see filmmakers showing this rishta on screen now, hopefully Zoya Akhtar's Dil Dhadhakne Do will bring back the bro-sis storyline back in Hindi cinema. Here's a look at some of the best numbers that bring out this bond so effortlessly on screen...

Phoolon Ka Taaron Ka (Hare Krishna Hare Ram)
Their romantic pairing notwithstanding, Dev Anand and Zeenat Aman will always be remembered for one of the best portryal of bhai-behen rishta in this movie.

Behna Ne Bhai Ki Kalai Se (Resham Ki Dori)
The title says it all. The Dharmendra movie was based on brother-sister bonding, not to mention the popularity of the song which is a fave on rakhi festival.

Bhaiya Mere Rakhi Ke Bandhan (Choti Behan)
Another hit number, the song stars Nanda and Balraj Sahani. The Choti Behen and bada bhai are the central characters of the film.

Dekh Sakta Hoon – Majboor
Farida Jalal unquestionably was one of the favourite sisters of Bollywood in 70s. The song aptly sets the mood of the film in which Amitabh Bachchan tries to secure his family's future after he comes to know that he may not live that long to do kanyadaan of her handicapped sister.

Meri Pyari Beheniya (Sacha Jhoota)
This one is another hit number played during the raksha bandhan festival where Rajesh Khanna dances in other girl's wedding while his own sister is struggling to catch his attention.

Mere Bhaiya Mere Chanda (Kajaal)
The song is all about a sister's love for her brother. Meena Kumari expresses her feelings for her brother and prays for his well-being.

Rakhi Dhagon Ka (Rakhi)
Ashok Kumar and Waheeda Rehman as siblings, and as the name suggests it is all about love between bhai-behen.

Meri Rakhi Ka Matlab (Tiranga)
Though it has been quite some time since its release, this song can be called the most recent number on rakhi whereVarsha Usgaonkar ties thread to her three brothers.

Ab Ke Baras Bhej (Bandini)
Bimal Roy's poignant portrayal of women inmates in jail yearning for their brothers is one of the best songs about this special love. The soulful voice of Asha Bhosle resonates in mind long after the song is over.

Akshay Kumar sings Honda commercial song

After hearing Akki’s dumdaar voice wethinks he can actually make it big as a singer

There is no denying the fact that Akshay Kumar is one of finest actors in Bollywood today. But this B-town hunk can do much more than just acting. While Twinkle Khanna’s hubby dearest has proved his mettle as an actor time and again wethinks he is equally good at singing. Recently, AK recorded a song live in front of the mediawallas for his film Entertainment which released just a few days back and is doing well at the box office. And now the Holiday actor has sung Honda commercial song which is titled Honda is Honda. Well, we aren’t complaining a bit coz Akshay has done a great job crooning this soulful track. Watch the video and you’ll agree with us!

The actor-producer shared the link of the video on his Facebook page and wrote, “I absolutely love the Honda song and couldn’t help but sing it. I am sure you are singing it too.”

Birthday Special: Sunidhi Chauhan top 3 songs!

On her 31st birthday, we rejoice 3 of the singer’s most recent superhit tracks…

Sunidhi Chauhan, one of the topmost female voices in India, is an ace singer who has sung songs across all genres and given Bollywood some of it’s most fabulous and memorable numbers. She has been working in the film industry since the 1990s and till date all her songs have proved to be superhits. Here are three of the birthday girl’s most recent rocking tracks:

Daawat-e-Ishq: Sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Javed Ali, the song proved to be a perfect mix of qawalli and western music. It has been one of the highlights of the movie’s album.

Yaaram: Sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Clinton Cerejo, the song was subtle in many ways and create the perfect bonfire atmosphere. It was the sure-shot highlight of Ek Thi Daayan.

Dilli Wali Girlfriend: Sung by Sunidhi Chauhan and Arijit Singh, the song was a hip party number, something which is her forte. It was one of the topmost dance tracks in the last year from Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani.

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Independence Day Special: 5 popular patriotic songs of Bollywood!

As India celebrates the 68th year of Independence, we  list down 5 songs that always leave us teary-eyed and at the same time evoke our patriotic side

Filmmakers have always stirred up patriotic feelings by incorporating inspiring songs in their movies. While most of us are busy running in the rat race, we are time and again reminded of our love for our motherland with these soul touching songs.In the spirit of Independence Day, we give you five songs that are sure to rekindle the feeling of Desh Bhakti in you. Get ready to be motivated:

Dil diya hai jaan bhi denge

This song featured in Anil Kapoor, Jackie Shroff and Naseeruddin Shah’s film Karma, which released way back in 1986. M. Aziz & Kavita Krishnamurthy have sung this melodious number which became a national rage back then. Music composer Laxmikant Pyarelal and lyricist Anand Bakshi have depicted the feeling of patriotism beautifully in this track.

Bharat humko jaan se pyaara hai

Sung by Hariharan, this song is from the 1992 hit film Roja and was composed by none other than the Mozart of Madras, A.R Reheman. The patriotic number advocates the feeling of brotherhood and what makes it edgy is the sudden change of tempo.

Rang de basanti

This song from Aamir Khan starrer Rang De Basanti was also composed by AR Rahman and written by Prasoon Josh. Though it’s not a typical patriotic number, Rang de basanti was an instant hit amongst the masses, courtesy its peppy music and beautiful lyrics. In fact, this popular track was used during a flash mob dance at Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai on November 27, 2011, in honour of those who died in the 26/11 attacks on the city.

Yeh jo desh hai tera, swades hai tera

Javed Akhtar’s meaningful lyrics and AR Rahman’s amazing singing makes this soulful track fromSwades a classic. The song oozes patriotism, despite its petal soft vocals

Vande mataram

This list would be incomplete if we didn’t mention AR Rahman’s soul stirring rendition of Vande mataram. The musical genius reinvented the national song and how! He truly succeeded in capturing the true essence of India in it. Even today Rahman’s engaging version finds place in most people’s playlist.

Raja Natwarlal's 'Tere Hokar Rahenge' is Bollywood's new monsoon offering

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As Raja Natwarlal is doing the rounds around the time of its release, Emraan Hashmi's chemistry with co-star Humaima's Malick appears to be all set to scorch the silver screen. In the song 'Tere Hoke Rahenge', the couple looks their sensuous best. 

Offering another monsoon track, the latest song from Raja Natwarlal is set against the backdrop of umbrellas and traffic-clogged roads around which Emraan Hashmi is seen romancing Humaima Malick. Sung by Arijit Singh, written by Irshad Kamil and composed by Yuvan Shankar Raja, the song is much liked and appreciated by fans.

Talking to a media daily, Emraan Hashmi said that the song is his favourite from the album and what makes it interesting is that it was shot in actual rain for over two days.

Other than the hot new monsoon song, two other songs, 'Kabhi Ruhani Kabhi Rumani'and 'Dukki Tikki' were also released a few days ago.