Delhi 6

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I was interested in catching up with Delhi 6 for two reasons; A. R Rehman’s score and the book The Last Mughal by William Dalrymple. I was mighty impressed with OST of Delhi 6. And the book had ignited in me an interest in Old Delhi. An article in Outlook magazine which said that the film is a tribute to Old Delhi and that it leaves a strong impression by getting under viewers skin further kindled my interest. But what I experienced was in contrast to what I had expected. Delhi 6 is driven by a spineless script and weak characterization. The movie is not an ode to Old Delhi as embraced by the article in Outlook. Watching the movie was a trying experience and the ordeal ended with a finish which unintentionally is comical. Interestingly I felt that the music lacked luster when heard in conjunction with viewing the film. I didn’t find absolutely anything in Delhi 6 to recommend it and I am baffled on reading some rave reviews.

A. R Rahman's Delhi 6

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It has been quite some time that I am overwhelmed by an entire sound track of a movie. A. R. Rahman's Delhi 6 is right up there with any piece of music that is considered classic. In the same way that I get letdown when ever I hear new works of Raaja (Naan Kadavul is good ,but again, I cannot help but do the mistake of comparing it with his own lofty standards), I was dissatisfied with Rahman, with his efforts in past couple of years. I just wondered when will I get to hear another OST like Duet. Delhi 6 quenched my thirst! My pick of the album is 'Rehna Tu' sung by the man himself.

R.I.P., Nagesh

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The legend is no more. Nagesh's performance in Kathalikka Nermillai is just one of the many that stands testimony to the fact that he is one of the greatest actors to have graced Indian cinema.