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| 'ACID
FACTORY' MUSIC REVIEW |
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Music :
Shamir
Tandon, Manasi Scott, Gourov Dasgupta, Bappa Lahiri, Ranjit
Barot |
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Lyrics :
Virag Mishra, Manasi Scott, Amitabh Bhattacharya, Shellee |
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Direction :
Suparn Verma |
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Producer :
Sanjay
Gupta |
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Leading Cast :
Fardeen Khan, Dia Mirza, Irrfan Khan, Manoj Bajpai, Dino
Morea, |
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Aftab Shivdasani, Danny Denzongpa |
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EXPECTATIONS
A wonderful track record over the years has proven
that Sanjay Gupta films have traditionally boasted
of good music. Whether it is his productions or
directorial outings, he has time and again impressed
with his music. Soundtrack of most of his films is
techno-heavy and one expects nothing different from
the music of this Suparn Verma directed film that
again sees multiple composers and lyricists coming
together to do the job. |
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MUSIC
Opening notes of 'Yeh Jism'
pave the way for a dark outing to follow. Since Acid
Factory has a dark and mysterious storyline to it,
this Virag Mishra written song too follows the same
route. On listening to it carefully, one gets closer
to the film's plot. While first 100 seconds have
singer Raaj going ahead with his rendition with
minimal instruments in the background, |
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it's the club mood which develops soon after that
takes the song to a different level altogether.
Composer Shamir Tandon does well in keeping the
sanctity of the song intact while not straying away
from the theme. Anchal Datta Bhatia, who had earlier
impressed in Dus Kahaniyaan, makes a rather belated
appearance in 'Yeh Jism' and adds on to the pop
flavour of the song which also appears in a bona
fide 'Club Mix' version. Expect this one to make it
to the DJ's countdown.
A number which is set as a cabaret from the 50s/60s
with modern day arrangements, 'Khatti
Meethi' is the next to come. With high
overtones of sensuality dripping throughout this
song which is composed, sung as well as written
(along with Amitabh Bhattacharya) by Manasi Scott, 'Khatti
Meethi' is a number that takes time to grow. Though
the basic rhythm belongs to the era gone by, its
modern day treatment enhanced by the generous use of
English lyrics which makes it fit into in
contemporary times as well. One waits to see how it
turns out after picturisation since its prospects
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Remember the chartbuster number 'Jab
Andhera Hota Hai' from Rajesh Khanna
starrer Raja Rani? The same number is reproduced by
Gourov Das Gupta and is presented in a modern day
avtar with some slight changes being incorporated,
especially during the initial portions. Anchal Datta
Bhatia, Saptak Bhattacharya and Shweta Vijay get
together for this Shellee written track that moves
fast and has been given a sonic touch. However, the
final effect isn't as terrific as one would |
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have expected, especially with modern day gadgetry
and equipments available. In the quest of keeping the
original feel intact with a shade of modern day feel to it,
there is something that one does feel is amiss. Thankfully,
there is a 'remix version' which does make a better impact.
The song that impresses most after 'Yeh Jism' is Vasundhara
Das sung 'Kone Kone Mein'.
Yet again, this is one track that sticks to the
dark-n-intriguing theme of the film. Bappa Lahiri gets it
just right to keep the pacing perfect for this Virag Mishra
written number. Moreover, there is a distinct 80s pop feel
to 'Kone Kone Mein' which is enabled due to some good mix of
old and new sound that gives it further edge. The element of
mystery is woven throughout the song's duration, courtesy
Virag's lyrics and one looks forward to see how the song,
which later also appears in an good 'Lounge Kilogram Mix'
version, is incorporated in the film. |
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A techno heavy song comes next in the form of 'Raftaar'
which appears to be made for the chase sequences in
the film. It's the 'Yeh Jism' team of composer
Shamir Tandon, lyricist Virag Mishra and singers
Anchal Datta Bhatia and Raaj who are entrusted with
the responsibility of making 'Raftaar'. Lyrically
this song isn't as solid as its predecessor but from
sheer pace perspective, it should add zing to the
narrative. |
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The album ends with 'Nothing Else
Will Do' which is composed and sung by Ranjit
Barot. An English track which comes with a thump and goes
well with the image of macho characters that one gets to see
in Sanjay Gupta films, 'Nothing Else Will Do' should aid the
narrative if played in the background with the six leading
men in their dare devilry act.
OVERALL
Acid Factory is primarily made of theme tracks rather than
conventional songs that one gets to hear in core Bollywood
films. Don't expect a number to pop up which you would start
humming on your way to office or in the college canteen.
These are the kind of songs, especially 'Yeh Jism' and 'Kone
Kone Mein', which start becoming much more meaningful when
seen with the film's storyline. |
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Rating: 2.5/5 |
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