Do Dilon Ke Song from Partition 1947

Song : #DoDilonke

Movie: #Partition1947

Vocals : @shreyaghoshal @singerhariharana

Music : @arrahman

Lyrics: #navneetvirk

Partition of India saw the largest mass migration of world. Millions of people; be it Hindus, Muslims or Sikhs were displaced and resulted in massive number of fatalities. While there are ample theories revolving around the conspiracies relating to the birthing of need and want for partition; the lines were drawn not just on papers but on the sentiments of thousands of people living on the borders and across the nation. To choose a ground to lay their mortals on the basis of religious ideologies and philosophies was tough. The sense of trust was lost forever, on leaders who turned into politicians. Unaware of the selfish gains the men at power harboured, innocent people were massacred brutally in the name of misunderstanding walls built.

Undecided and suddenly orphaned children of the motherland ran into the directions they thought was best for them. Whoever knew what future beheld for them. It broke hearts: of children, of lovers, of neighbors, of everyone who hadn't even in the scariest nightmare thought of this untimely separation from the loved ones. Partition left people lost with wounds, vagueness, ambiguity; being irreparably broken and torn.

"Baant lena parinde,

Baant le hawa ye.."

The lines of division could but be drawn only on land. The sky and winged creatures flew boundlessly, then and now. The fragrance of similarity and uniqueness we share with our once upon a time neighbor, still smells fresh and alike. May be, leaving us with a tinge of hope of harnessing peace, someday.

18 Years of Shreya Ghoshal - 18 Songs Dedicated

On this beautiful morning, some 18 years ago, one of the all times greatest musical blockbuster cinema, Devdas released. And a star was born. No I'm not talking about the faces you watched on screen. I'm talking about the voice which brought innocence into our lives through the face of Paro aka Parvati. A teen-ager then, who debuted into the world of Indian cinema music industry, and now sobriquet as Melody Queen, Mistress of Music, Nightingale of India, Shreya Ghoshal.

On this day when she completes, eighteen glorious years of excellence and brilliance, I chose to pick 18 songs sung by Shreya Ghoshal, herself lyrics of which can be aptly dedicated to her by her ever adoring fan - family; her very own SGFamily / Team Shreya / Shreya Ghoshal Army :-

(Please note her discography is very wide, and it was a difficult choice to make. I've tried my best to select most relatable ones. You may comment your takes too below as comments.)

1 Oorellam Kekkude

 "Oorellam Kekkude En Paatu Dhaan

kuyil Ellam Pogudhe Thalaiyati Thaan"

These beautiful lines are pitch perfect lyrically. Absolutely, the entire world listens to her songs, and yeah even the singing birds might nod in affirmation to her tunes and melody.

2 Gaaye jaa

In times of despair and depression, the one thing we all turn to, the real companion for life, is music. And the music of Shreya Ghoshal is such an integral part of our lives, that we need to request her "Gaaye Jaa... Gaaye Jaa..." till eternity.

3 Deewani Mastani

"nabhatoon aali apsara

ashi sundara

saaz sazpuna..."

If you're fortunate and have attended a Shreya Ghoshal live in concert, you'll know how she slits the darkness and comes onto the stage. Indeed like a fairy queen who transcends from the heaven, beautiful and serene.

4 Achchi lagti ho

"Hila kar hoth jab bhi

haule-haule guftagu ko saaz karti ho

Accha lagta hai.."

Even the miniscule humming of the Nightingale creates a wave of goosebumps, such is her beautiful voice. A literal solacing and peace rendering vocal.

5 Hamein bhi pyaar

"Hamein bhi pyaar kar le..

Hamari bhi bhi khabar le le.."

This amazing song from the underrated album, Jaanisaar, is often tweeted and  petitioned to Shreya when she disappears from Twitter, her most favourite mode of communicating with her hardcore fans.

6 Agar Tum mil

"Agar tum mil jao,

Zamana chod denge hum.."

I'd just sum up the beautiful lyrics of this song in one line... The entire world on one side, her music on the other.

7 Bade achhe lagte Hain

"Hum tum kitne paas hain kitne,

Door hain chand sitare.."

Indeed. The closeness you feel to her owing to Shreya's girl nextdoor personality is pristine. And with her songs around, you're never far away from home.

8 Drama Queen

For anyone who knows Shreya Ghoshal very closely, her family, friends and her die hard followers; it's a well known fact that She's utterly the most cutest naughty child at heart. May I also take the liberty of divulging the well known secret, that Vishal - Shekhar, the composers, have nicknamed Shreya as "Guplu" for her mischievous nature. 

9 Hangover

Since day one. Hangover of her songs. Hangover of her persona. Hangover of her purity and innocence. Hangover of the goodness that oozes in her words and actions. Hangover of the humility with which she carries herself.

10 Thode Badmash

"Thode Badmash ho tum...

Thode naadan..."

These lines seem like painted exclusively for this beautiful lady, who is a notorious fridge raider past midnight and innocent as well to call herself a flower child, singing tunes of love. 

11 Darmiyan

"Darmiyaan... Darmiyaan...

Kuch toh tha tere mere darmiyaan.."

There are a hundred people who admit of becoming a Shreya Ghoshal fan in the first hearing of a some particular songs..for some it's "Sunn raha hai", for some "Bairi piya", for some it's "Munbe vaa.." but common in all these stories is the fact that her voice is something that connects to your heart and soul, instantly.

12 O Jiji

This ultimate fun filled sisters song has an uncanny association with Shreya and her fans. Everyone knows and Shreya herself, has admitted that Shreya is the "DeeDee" of the entire world (laughs) Shreya's marriage news broke out on social media, I clearly remember how her fans on Twitter were seeking her permission to call her better half as "Jiju". The chaos around the twitter world as if someone from the family is married..few hearts broken, few elated in glee.

13 Koi Tumsa nahin

The most oft repeated appreciation that Shreya Ghoshal receives. "There is, there was and there will always be only one Shreya. No one like you, Shreya." Brutally honest and sincere. Koi tumsa nahin, Shreya.

14 Kaise muhje 

"Kaise mujhe tum 

mil gayi..

Kismat pe aaye na yakeen.."

How could someone write the heart of a Shreya Ghoshal fan. How could someone foresee that this world needed a Shreya Ghoshal to heal. Her voice and music is one of the best healing in times of difficulties.

15 Teri Meri

"Do lazfoon mein ye 

Bayaan na ho payein.."

One of the fewest songs, which speaks for itself. This long journey of togetherness can never be summed up into an article. Neither can all the honest feelings worded correctly.

16 Main agar kahoon

"Tum hue meharbaan...

Toh hai ye dastaan.."

The kindness Shreya has always showered upon her fans through her words and actions; be it a reply on Twitter or a hug in person on meet, they have gone a long way in creating stories in people's lives. She also is tremendously sweet enough to pick up dedications and requests on the spot in her live concerts, I'm sure these incidents have become the narratives in so many diaries.

17 Raabta

"Kuch toh hai tujse raabta..."

Yet again, a song for the manifestation of how unexplainable it is the connection you feel with Shreya and her voice. Indefinable and incalculable.

18 Tujh mein rab dikhta hai

"Rab ne bana di jodi..."

Yeah. For sure. There is an intervention of the almighty which makes this relationship between Shreya and her fans so pure, immaculate and untouched. It's incredibly unadulterated and pure. And a bond definitely, made in heaven.

As you recall the lyrics of the songs I've mentioned above, I'm sure you might have found out how Shreya Ghoshal is a household name. She's indivisible part of our routine. A name which can bring tears of happiness and sparks of joy whilst you sob.

And as for the final message for today, I've come with the best lyrics for you, from the song "U, Me aur hum.." (unheard for you?)

" I Got A Feeling Incomplete In My Heart,

Don’t Wanna Go It Alone Though

We Can Never Be Apart,

We Can Never Be Apart,

You Make Me Feel Complete Coz

You Are A Piece Of My Heart

You’re The One For Me I Knew It

Right From The Start

Yeh, We Can Never Be Apart,

We Can Never Be Apart,

We Can Never Be Apart.."

This day and always. We can never be apart.

Dear Shreya Ghoshal,

The efforts that you put up in outdoing your own performances, just to bring out better music for us, is what makes us your proud followers. Here's heartfelt wishes and gratitude for many more years of glory to come your way, our way.

Happy Eighteen, Qweenn! 👸

Love,

Anila.

Review of the song Thumbi Thullal from Cobra

Song: Thumbi Thullal

Movie: Cobra 

Vocals: Shreya Ghoshal, Nakul Abhyankar

Composer: AR Rahman

Lyrics: Vivek

Starring :- Chiyaan Vikram, Srinidhi Shetty.

If you're one of the few lucky ones, you know the vibes the backwaters give. Those elongated lagoons, pure and unbounded, flowing in its course. Unshackled and untied. And parked at one end, is the dream transporter, the boat of hope, ready to rove towards happiness.

" Saravadidi di di di di dam dama dam...."

Welcoming you into the festive mood, gleefully beating, not in your ears, but heart. You prepare to shake a leg or two as you know these throbbing won't let you settle on seats.

"Thumbi thumbi thumbi thullalo..."

As you're introduced to the first wordings of this invitation card, there's an envelope around you filled with excitement and enthusiasm; an atmosphere fuelled by celebration tunes. You'd seem dimwitted if you decline this joy rollercoaster ride that came your way to unlock the lockdown woes.

"Thaniyae thaniyae thaniyae

Avan ulaginil naan mattum thaniyae

En kalla chiripin neelam neeyae.."

Trust is the foundation of any relationship. Thumbi Thullal reinstates the trust bricks as the lady love asserts confidently of only her existence in her Man's world. She knows his substance bothers of nothing, but her. He breathes to be with her, and for her. She even dares to measure her sly shy smile with his existence. Ain't this the best feeling ever, to be in love and Be sure of it?

"Kan thoongum neraththil

Nee neenga koodathu..."

Being in love, definitely has to do a lot with spending quality time together. Even a second of separation becomes unbearable. Awake or insomniac, you crave for their presence. Might not want to sound exaggerated but sometimes, you desire of being one in dreams too.

" Oru ganam kooda vilagaamal uyiraavaen

Irudhi varai kaigal naluvaamal yaendhuven..."

At this juncture, the man of her life just can't keep mum and watch her pour out. He raises their ardour skyscraping heights. He vouches to not drift away even for a moment, be there like a soul. His words hold her hands tight, painting pictures of long journey of togetherness.

Thumbi Thullal is the my metaphorical bride. A bride readying for her groom, the listeners. She has the perfect hairstyle. She wore her best ornament. Setting the typical enticing nadaswaram, the wedding is crescendoing towards the climax as the heart leans out. She's all set to enter into your life and make your life more beautiful. Promising you to stay by your side for a lifetime, ready for vows on the dias.

YouTube link to lyric video:-

https://youtu.be/Dj6DPX53Vfk

English Translation of lyrics of Nah Woh Main By Shreya Ghoshal

Here is the vaguely translation in English of Nah Woh Main by Shreya Ghoshal

Once upon a time this crazy me

Is no longer is crazy

The breaths have lost their relationship 

with the heartbeats, somewhere

The threads of words have been opened

And now we're no more that story

Every past talk has drifted away 

and not a spec of comfort is left

Seated below the eyes are two wet faces

Stoned there forever, 

the ones with memories

are shores so deep that we've swum

Nor me, nor you,

Neither are there the talks

Nor are the days and afternoons

Neither those dew like night

Yes, moments which brought happiness once

Don't even bring tears now

What will happen next second

Seems uncertain, unpredictable.

The godly (worth worshipping)

which was mine

Was not lesser than the Almighty

I'm clueless what should I ask

For there isn't an excuse too left 

Upset without any reason, 

Like an idiot I sat, 

How did I

Look around how the stars

have broken and remained untraceable

Nor me, nor you,

Neither are there the talks

Nor are the days and afternoons

Neither those dew like night

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https://www.youtube.com/user/shreyaghoshalM

YouTube link of the official video:

https://youtu.be/lDPL20qk2S4

Review of Nah Woh Main By Shreya Ghoshal

Independent Song :- Nah Woh Main 

Vocals : Shreya Ghoshal

Composers: Shreya and Soumyadeep Ghoshal

Lyrics: Manoj Yadav

If you've been trying to cope up with this self imposed isolation, thanks to the pandemic influenza which has set up it's spiral across the globe; I'm sure you've been also pondering of those lost relationships, the ones which had entangled your existence once but are now no more part of your substance, for those strings have been untied and you've left the verses to fly away.

"Lafzoon k dhaage khul gaye

Ab woh kahani hum nahi.."

Nah Woh Main is the reminiscing cup of stanzas which has bitter cubes of brokenness undissolved. It is slideshow of memory lanes running on the screen of the mind which none can watch. Torn and loosened lines don't make up a prose neither do they portray unifying poetry rhymes. The romance that once bloomed have been robbed of it's fragrances, and now the lingering dry petals bring more pain than memory. As good as the heartbeats being left to struggle for each breath, and not a single word remained back to comfort the wounds.

The best answer to the "what can't be taught but learnt with only experience" question, still is "a heartbreak ". All the theories of falling out of love can never teach you to unlove. Loving is the natural instinct, unloving requires efforts. And like the popular belief, falling in love was easy, it's carrying that responsibility of brittle love which is difficult. And by the end of these atrocities of toxicity brokenness brings to the soul, there's a carcass lowered in the coffin of heart.

"Pal jo hasate the kabhi...

Ab wo rulate tak nahi..."

It complains about the unpredictability this ardour has invited. Nah woh main is slightly  wanting to blame the cosmos for this separation, for love drew inspiration from those shooting stars, falling and vanishing forever into anonymity . When you've decided to part ways, knowing that not a single word would be exchanged ever again, Nah Woh Main urges to find one reason to strike a conversation. But the sourness it has left back on the lips, swallowing all of those lumps and prepping up the throat for anew chats seems far off dream.  

Though by the end of this beautiful track, you get to see the ray of hope slitting the sable, for how long it'll survive still remains undiscovered for the onlookers.

https://youtu.be/lDPL20qk2S4

101 Reasons why I Love Shreya Ghoshal

Of the millions of fans Shreya Ghoshal has all over the world, i am just one of the them.. on her birthday, today, i thought of compiling the reasons why is she is so adorable and loved unconditionally... this is certainly not an exhaustive list..these are just few of them that stuck my mind, when i sat down to jot them down..Shreya Ghoshal, the musician, the vocalist, the super human being deserves all this love and much more..

On her birthday and everyday, i wish the almighty blesses her with all the goodness and choicest blessings.. Happy Birthday Shreya <3

   

1. She Inspires Me.
2. She asked me to follow my heart.
3. Her voice helps me escape my pain
4. She loves me the way I love her.
5. Her voice brings me peace and harmony.
6. She emotes words like they were meant for me.
7. She has a heart of gold.
8. She is truly a flower child.
9. She is so precious and forever so humble.
10. She always acknowledges her love for the yesteryears legends and pays tribute to them.
11. She made me realize that criticism meant I am getting another chance to improve myself.
12. She speaks her heart out.
13. She is the tune in which my heart beats.
14. She makes me write about her without any boundaries.
15. She always chooses the difficult path.
16. She excels in what she chooses.
17. She is a perfectionist.
18. She has own her dictionary.
19. She improves herself each time.
20. She is competing with only her own self that makes your journey a learning process.
21. Life is incomplete without her voice.
22. She reads my silence as well as my spam's.
23. She treats me like her family.
24. She pushes her limits for me.
25. She chooses the untrodden paths.
26. She smiles no what matter.
27. She never lets me down.
28. She performs irrespective of her state of health.
29. She brings me happy tears.
30. I find solace in her voice.
31. She taught me to work hard in silence.
32. She dances in her concert just for her audience.
33. She taught me the importance of maintaining the Line.
34. Her voice is the Voice of Truth.
35. The world was in need of Shreya Ghoshal.
36. Her solo songs means the world to me.
37. No one pulls off trilingual the she way does.

38. She nurtures an innocent kid in her heart.
39. She and her son Sherlock are goals!
40. Her selfies are impeccable.
41. Her photographic skills are unbeatable.
42. Her shut eye clicks are flawless.
43. She travels around the world and takes me along with her.
44. She makes the most cutest typos ever.
45.  She is so me!
46. She is fully a Guplu.

47. She raids the fridge when everyone is sleeping.
48. She is in food coma often and she accepts it.
49. She loves the smell of Kasoori Methi smell.
50. She is either with “Gaana” or “Khaana”.
51. Her love for Kaapi is massive, like me.
52. When she cooks food, she is the best chef of the town.
53. Her love for Mother Nature is huge.
54. The way she teaches me little things I can do to save the environment.
55. She celebrates every festival with me as if it was hers too!
56. Her love for regional songs is so much deep.
57. Her wedding ring is such an eye grabber.
58.  Her love for lipsticks is something else.
59. That Instagram picture of “Ulta Chashma” gives “Kaala Chashma” a run for it’s money!
60. Her Anarkali’s are royal and class apart.
61. Her love story is nothing but perfectly placed “YeLove”.
62. She maintained her wedding lowkey to ensure it is a private affair.
63. Her love for music is honest and sincere.
64. Her diction in all languages is mind boggling.
65. She is not a breakfast person!
66. Her motive is keeping the taste buds happy and not eating healthy!
67. Her voice is the healer and pain reliever.
68. She never leaves a single opportunity to appreciate her contemporaries.
69. She brings me my smile, every time.
70. She is full of positivity.
71. She taught me forgiveness.
72. She avoids negativity as if it does not exist.
73. She did not hire PR team to interact with her fans.
74. For her, her father is her Boss!
75. She looks out for her mother every time she needs prompts!
76. Her brother and she are partners in crime; totally siblings goals.
77. The way she writes down the lyrics of the song in her handwriting is adorbs.
78. Shreyaditya are Couple goals!
79. She is genuine, her real self always.
80. Her songs have been a part of countless peoples love story.
81. She is a goofy person and admits it.
82. She was a hyper kid and she laughs over it now while confessing.
83. She started music at a very tender age and carved her way to heights.
84. Her love for Indie music is unparalleled.
85. She admits that independent music gives her wings and unbounded sky to fly.
86. Singers get multiple nominations and she bags multiple awards.
87. Her live concert request acceptance is unreal.
88. Her concert has generation from eight to eighty.
89. Her smile is mirror crackling.
90. She is one of the most followed Indian personalities on all social platforms.
91. Her songs make your long distance journey peaceful.
92. Her long burgundy tresses make people go gaga over it.
93. She never endorses her recognition; modesty is her crown.
94. She is truly the only melody queen; the mistress of music; a nightingale!
95. She is probably the most non controversial celebrity I’ve known.
96. She is totally the girl next door; always heartwarming.
97. There is a hidden philosopher in her whom I respect the most.
98. She is true friend!
99. She is the favorite of everyone’s favorite.
100. She is a Complete Musician; not a playback singer.
101. There is actually no one particular why she is loved; it’s a culmination of feelings altogether for all these years of her hard work.

 So whilst i compiled this list i thought of sharing with you a few pictures from Shreya Ghoshal's official Instagram account and you will see for yourself that she is the Best... The Only One. :)

Review of Tere Bina by Shreya Ghoshal

So after a wait for almost five odd months since her first ever independent single Dhadkane Azad Hain released, The Mistress of Music Shreya Ghoshal has brought us her second exquisite single, Tere Bina. If last time you witness our Alice running in her Wonderland; this time you'll find our Juliet pouring her agony of separation and distance from Romeo.

Shot in a day you witness some heart wrenching scenic beauty, the cinematography deserves a lot of appreciation. I loved how even the shadows and frames and fire..just everything is speaking the unspoken.

Composition wise I do not think in near future we've been lucky enough to hear and imbibe a genre so rare like thumri! Loved each and every instrumentalists. Words will definitely fail to unveil the effervescence of musical beauty you experience while watching and hearing Tere Bina.

And the Vocals. I'm quite sure that this song will remain untouched and uncut like a diamond for a lifetime for I know that when Shreya Ghoshal, the Empress renders a song with so much emotion, there is not a single person who could come close to even "trying" to render cover version of it! Tere Bina makes me so proud of Shreya..she choose to move away from the crowd. She choose the intricate path and she has made sure that we get the best!

The story behind Tere Bina..as good as a feature film..the best five minutes of the day is here for you..there is no option as you let yourself be drenched and swayed away by the magical tunes of Shreya.

Watch Tere Bina by Shreya Ghoshal to know it for yourself and I'm sure you will be left with no option but to "like" "subscribe" and "comment" :)❤

https://youtu.be/2dosEvcBt7c