‘Murder’ (2004), ‘Zeher’ (2005) and ‘Nazar’ (2005), all had some songs by veteran composer Anu Malik who was still very much in the game but there were also other composers not credited. Many times, producers forced music directors to recreate songs. This happened with ‘Murder’ and ‘Zeher’. However, in ‘Kalyug’ (2005), there haven’t been any recreations. All the songs have been rightly credited. Bhatts’ movies concentrated mostly on melody in the ’90s with movies like ‘Jaanam’ (1992), ‘Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayi’ (1993), ‘Naraaz’ (1994), ‘Naajayaz’ (1995), ‘Duplicate’ (1998) and ‘Zakhm’ (1998). Post ‘Murder’, all their music were semi-erotica soundtracks with more use of Pakistani singers, Egyptian and Turkish melodies.
It was a new trend. Listeners continued to buy the same Udit Narayan-Alka Yagnik duets with Sameer as lyricist. New voices also emerged in the early 2000s like Amit Sana, Shreya Ghoshal and Kunal Ganjawala. Then there is the recall of old singers like Anuradha Paudwal, who received a few songs from the Bhatts (‘Paap’ (2003) and ‘Murder’). Situations and new stories are demanding unusual music and also the new generation appreciates a breezier music.
The song from ‘Kalyug’, “Dheere Dheere” is one step better from “Dil Ko Hazaar Baar”. Sensuality is the main element in this track sung without any stumbles. Music is clean, cabaret type and there is a mix of guitars and new sounds. Arrangements are perfect. Alisha Chinnai is sounding so fresh. One of the finest songs from Anu Malik in 2005.
“Thi Meri Dastan” is a vintage Anu Malik number where he puts all his inspiration and efforts on constructing a melodious track. It is really nice to listen to all the instruments blending together. Amit Sana does a great job here. The song has a low tempo. Anuradha Paudwal is in form after a wonderful singing performance in ‘Paap’. Kudos to Anu Malik for this second melody and showing that even others were busy making noise, he quietly composed something true to his style.
While talking about “Ye Pal”, the annoying guitar play and stupid singing constituted the basis of the song. And there is no coherence in the tune. Very bad!
“Jiya Dhadak Dhadak Jaye” is easy to the ears and the voice keeps you awake for this song, Rahat does a ‘Paap’ singing here as well. Music is more based on flutes, simple touches on the guitars, tablas and other instruments. Nothing noisy but it’s all chill out.
The best thing about “Aadat” is that now everyone knows where Pritam’s “Zahreeli Raatein” from ‘Chocolate’ (2005) came from. Pritam was so busy recreating songs for his producers. Coming to this one, if you liked “Zehreeli Raatein”, then this is a slower version with more guitars, keyboard sounds, light electronic drumming and vocals. Definitely, it is a pop song.
DJ Suketu’s “Aadat Remix” is just okay. These kinds of music are only good for movies like ‘Murder’, ‘Zeher’ and ‘Kalyug’. Abstract, soft and chill out. However, the songs by Anu Malik are worth a listen especially “Dheere Dheere” and “Thi Meri Dastan”. They are savvy melodies. If you are looking for some music for a long drive in the woods, then pick these.
Rating: 3/5
