Updated on: 26 July, 2021 11:32 AM IST |
9 Emraan Hashmi Starrers that had the best Soundtracks
The Dirty Picture revisited the music of the 80s. Disco King Bappi Lahiri and Shreya Ghoshals Ooh La La was naughty and flirtatious while Emraan got his moment in the Vidya Balan-dominated flick with Ishq Sufiyana, which was wonderfully sung by Kamal Khan.
If Murder was all about erotica, Murder 2 was erotica X2. This would not be possible without the competitive score, the movie gave. Much before he tasted success with Aashiqui 2s Tum Hi Ho, Arijit Singh was first famous for being the voice behind the beautiful Phir Mohabbat. Other melodic gems include Haal E Dil and Aye Khuda.
The golden era of the 60s was revisited with the music of Once Upon A Time in Mumbaii. Pee Loon, Tum Jo Aaye and Parda were musical gems that played a distinctive part in the films overall success at the box office.
Jannat redefined the way young lovers looked at love through its soulful music. The soundtrack was career-defining for KK and introduced us to another cross-border talent in Kamran Ahmed. Zara Sa, Haan Tu Hai and Judaai can pretty much be hummed even today.
A poignant love story, the narrative of Gangster had music play an integral part in its telling. Whether it was KKs Tu Hi Meri Shab Hai or Zubin Gargs Ya Ali, the soundtrack of Gangster was well-woven with the story.
An album that was replete with talent from across the border, Kalyug introduced us to Rahat Fateh Ali Khan with Jiya Dhadak Jaaye. Also Jals Aadat was rearranged and released with Atif Aslam on vocals. Kalyug was the third unpredictable hit for the Bhatt camp after Murder and Zeher, owing to the success of its music.
Himesh Reshammiya became a household name after the success of the movies music. The title track was not only widely appreciated, it also won Himesh, a Filmfare Award for the Best Playback Singer Male. Aashiq Banaya Aapne gave us a hit pair in Emraan and Himesh, a magic that soon fizzled out.
We thank Mahesh Bhatt and Emraan for introducing us to Atif Aslam. Woh Lamhe was literally an anthem, the youth sang after Zeher happened. Nightclubs would buzz with DJ Suketus remix of the song. Also, Shreya Ghoshals Agar Tum Mil Jao was a popular chartbuster from the movie album.
The sizzling chemistry between Mallika Sherawat and him would be nothing if it was not for Kaho Naa Kaho and Bheegey Honth Tere. Murder was a dangerous mixture of erotica and fabulous music.
When you think of a movie starring Emraan Hashmi, two things come to mind. One, some steamy inspiration to borrow. Second, a soundtrack for all moods. The actor may be running out of luck off late with his movies, but there is no doubt that his movies will be replete with great music. Heres looking at 9 of the actors movies that comprised of the best soundtracks as he turns 37 today.
