Huge. Very huge in fact are the expectations from the soundtrack of KOHI MERO . And why not? First and foremost it's the return of the director of 'SANO SANSAR'- ALOK NEMBANG. Now that's a reason huge enough. Moreover, with MUSIC.COM playing the twin role of an a producer (of this film ) and a music distributor, one can be rest assured that KOHI MERO would be a zero compromise project both from the film and music front. No wonder, KOHI MERO is not just the hottest film of the season but also has listeners waiting to lay their hands on yet another blockbuster musical score.
The album opens with a title song , “KOHI MERO”, sung by Dipak Limbu and Anju Pant, has touches of Legendry musician Ranjeet Gajmer shades ; and is a sure hit track. Orchestration and a tabla beat dominate throughout the song, along with humming by both Dipak Limbu and Anju Pant. Dipak Limbu sings the song with outstanding command, while Anju Pant still sounds like a nightingale, though her humming makes her sound like her tongue has gotten thicker over the years. Overall, the song impresses with excellent lyrics and a effortless music by Suresh Rai.
The second song written and composed by Suresh Adhikari , picks up the pace a little. Dipak Limbu and Anju Pant come together in a weirdly titled “Aakha Aakha” which too sounds a bit situational but fits the bill. The song opens with a famous 'Beni Ko Baazara Jata Maya..' chorus.While Dipak has sung many songs like this previously and sings it with ease, Anju Pant sounds like she is putting too much effort into the composition and as a result her efforts seem bland. However, a catchy backdrop along with some finely written lines gives the song a little more reason to listen to it.
Time for some relief. When we listen to third track of the album it feels as if time is stopping by and we are to the heaven then. The Dholak, Ghungharoo, Dhimri and Matka drum beats increasing slowly and croon of 'satya Raj Acharya' somply bound you off. The Track ''sabda ma' is a beautifully written track by Bhupendra Khadka , while this time around Suresh Adhikari needs a special mention for a wounderful music . This song mostly goes by vocal. And what more can we ask for if Swaroop Raj Acharya is singing it??
'Dherai Din Pachi' another song ,is a realisation track if we talk in terms of Lines in the lyric . Anju Pant , once again, does a fantastic job. Her honeyed voice is a perfect match for this beautiful composition. This is a song that I feel designed for endless journeys of love and it's inner quest for 'YES' from a special person we love. Very filmy! This too is penned and composed by Suresh Adhikari.
Next song is a repetation of the title track 'KOHI MERO' ; though this time not a duet . This one is a male version of Dipak Limbu . And same track is repeated in its 8th number , which is a female version sung by Anju Pant. Both theses solo are good to ears , though i prefer duet much .
'Samaya Le', which is by and large the best song of the album is the 6th track . The song is registered immediately with the listeners with its soft, melodious feel and may also play on your mind for rest of your day if you are the types who prefer melodies to the head banging music. This track has Shiva Pariyar and Rajina Rimal doing the vocal honors for the film. The opening of guitar is sure to remain with you for years to come. However, once you hear Shiva Pariyar voicing out Suresh Rai's meaningful lyrics like "Sunsaan Biraan Aaja Mero Zindagima Kable Uskai Kami", you will feel the originality setting in and the song will gradually creep on you with superb musical arrangements and a catchy tune. I owe my standing oviation to Suresh Rai for this wonderful song . Sursh Rai is certainly a musician to see in days to come.
Up next is, 'Pakha Na Pakha', which is an invigorating and quixotic number with good pace and the song grows on you after you have heard once and you will crave to hear it again. Naresh Bhattarai has marvelously penned it,and Satya Raj Acharya has delivered his magnificent voice. It is again a trademark peppy number, something that we always expect of such mushy love stories. Basanta Sapkota has composed the music of this song.
The album ends with a theme music of title 'KOHI MERO' followed by another theme of 'Samaya Le'. These themes make a complete filmy album , gibing you the choice to enoy withg them when you get into your goodnight moments.
MY REACTION
It is not everyday that each and every song turns out to be extremely good in an album but that's indeed the case with kohi mero. This one is going to be unstoppable once it hits the stands!
4.5/5 stars
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