An Emraan Hashmi-Mahesh Bhatt collaboration is always special. They have arguably backed some of the most exceptional music in recent times. Gangster, Awarapan, Jaanat, Raaz – The Mystery Continues…and many more in the past. Which is why their latest offering Tum Mile, comes with a baggage of tremendous expectations. But the big question is – Will Pritam deliver another Jannat?
Tum Mile opens with a surprise. Unlike most Emraan Hashmi soundtracks, there is no intense KK number to set the mood. Instead we have a peppy Neeraj Shridhar track, where the singer showcases his softer side. Tum Mile's title song is easy on the ears and maintains it's fun filled tempo. If you liked Soniye... in Raaz – The Mystery Continues then Tum Mile... should work big time.
The song gets an altogether new spin with Shafaqat Amanat Ali's rock version. This time the arrangements are more dramatic in sound. Javed Ali's version of the title song is perhaps the best of the lot. Simple beats, melodious singing.
KK makes his grand entry with the brilliant Dil Ibadat. Very well written and beautifully composed, Dil Ibadat has the signature Bhatt camp style all over it. It's a worthy successor to Tu Hi Meri Shab (Gangster) and Zara Si Dil Mein (Jannat). Dil Ibadat is an instant winner. Few singers can express pain as effectively as KK does.
There is another rock version of the song. But frankly except for a few guitars here and there, the feel is pretty much the same.
Just when one was getting over the previous track, comes Tu Hi Haqeeqat. While the feel is similar to Dil Ibadat, Pritam cleverly uses a different voice. Javed Ali gives Tu Hi Haqeeqat a distinct character. This is yet another fantastic composition by Pritam and should be on the charts very soon.
Mohit Chauhan changes his regular style in the fast paced Is Jahaan Mein. A fast paced, fun number this one has a bit of Jazz and Indi Pop rolled into each other. Though not instantly catchy, it's Chauhan's singing that towers over the tune.
The instrumental theme is a situational music piece that depicts the grim mood of a natural disaster in the film. Surprisingly, there is no female voice in any of the songs. Neither are there any fast-paced remixes. The Bhatts have also kept their Sufi Pop flavour to the minimum this time.
The mood is pretty much 'senti' throughout. But then that's always been Hashmi's calling card. With so much noise being churned out in the name of music, Tum Mile is a refined stuff.
Verdict: Tum Mile has some wonderful compositions – which are further enhanced by the lyrics. However, there are no overnight chartbusters. It remains to be seen if the masses give it a thumping response. Tum Mile is quality music that needs patience to grow.
Rating: 3/5
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