Taraana- Wednesday Oct 19, 2005

This week's 'Taraana' kicks off at 7pm ... and here's the plan:

Popular songs from Dev Anand’s films

Actor: Dev Anand Singer: Mohd. Rafi (#1-5), Lata Mangeshkar (#6-7)

• Main Zindagi Ka Saath:: Film: Hum Dono
  
• Din Dhal Jaye:: Film: Guide
  
• Tere Mere Sapne Ab Ek Rang Hain:: Film: Guide
  
• Khoya Khoya Chand:: Film: Kala Bazar
• Aise To Na Dekha:: Film: Teen Devian
• Rulake Gaya Sapna Mera:: Film: Jewel Thief
• Aaj Phir Jeene Ki Tamanna:: Film: Guide
  

Popular songs from some of the finest Bollywood films so far in 2005:

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A journalistic story, commenting on different aspects of the society- mostly through the eyes of a journalist.

• Huzoor E Ala:: Singers: Asha Bhosle

Hazaaron Khwaishein Aisi
Set in the 70’s in midst of the political turmoil in India, this movie yo yos the protagonists between the struggle within and that outside. A brilliant storyline, but definitely too much too soon for an upcoming director.
Hazaaron Khwaishein means a thousand wishes ... Doughnut says

Kisna and Mangal Pandey
Both stories built on historical characters, Kisna- a romantic story with a native fellow falling for an English lady; while Mangal Pandey characterizes one of the first leaders of India’s 1857 revolution against the British occupation.

• Chilman Uthegi Nahin:: Singers: Hariharan, Alka Yagnik (Kisna)
• Main Vari Vari:: Singers: Kavita Krishnamurthy, Reena Bharadwaj (Mangal Pandey)

Parineeta –Adapted from novelist Saratchandra Chatterjee's story of Calcutta in the early half of the 20^th century. A beautifully composed story with fine music and ably supported by a talented cast.

Paheli- This year’s Indian entry for the Oscars. An interesting story based on relationships and fantasy. A fairytale film with a very rustic appeal to it and to top it all, there’s some fine acting and soulful music.

Black- Possibly, one of its kinds in the history of Bollywood. An emotionally complex story of a handicapped student and a determined teacher, handled very deftly yet perceptively. Was a strong contender for the Oscar selection.

• Piyu Bole:: Singers: Shreya Ghoshal, Sonu Nigam (Parineeta)
• Laaga Re Jal Laaga:: Singer: Sonu Nigam (Paheli)

Salaam Namaste and Bubli Aur Bunty
Two extremely entertaining movies built around the struggle-filled lives of youth in today’s world. Bad-decisions, pain, love, hate and reconciliation – those words sum it all! Oh! Did I mention the excellent music that goes with it?

• Kajra Re:: Singer: (Bubli Aur Bunty)
• Salaam Namaste (dhol mix):: Singer: Kunal Ganjawala, Vasundhara Das (Salaam Namaste)

Iqbal
Its not just about cricket! It’s about ambition and determination of a young man against all odds.

• Paani:: Singers: Shweta Pandit, Sukhwinder, Suresh Wadkar

Garam Masala, Yahaan, and Dus
I really don’t have enough words for these three! Just that I am running out of time and words … any comments will be posted here with acknowledgements. :)

• Naam Ada Likhna:: Singers: Shaan, Shreya Ghoshal (Yahaan)
• Dus Bahaane:: Singers: KK, Shaan (Dus)

Water
Politics of religion from a pre-independent India- lets see if that helps us draw parallels in our societies today. That’s one film I am looking forward to.

• Naina Neer Bahai::

Eid and Diwali Dhamaaka: Tune in to catch a a glimpse of india's regional colors on Nov 2nd.