Even as the opening rhythm of ' Manhattan' reminds one of Trivedi's title song of Ek Main Aur Ekk Tu, the song comes on its own soon after. Though one would have loved to hear more of her behind the mike, you don't really mind Clinton Cerejo and Bianca Gomes taking over the proceedings. Well, an upbeat outing is just round the corner, as Sridevi is heard wondering about the tall buildings awaiting her.
An out and out Indian composition that reminds one of such settings in cinema of the early 70s, it also has Amit doing very well behind the mike while coming up with a soothing rendition. However once you get over the fact that it is a slow start to the album, it is tough not to get seeped into the melodious outing that Amit Trivedi spins around for ' Dhak Dhuk'. Though one expected an upbeat start to English Vinglish, what one gets to hear is a situational track about the protagonist making a shift from her comfort zone to 'paraaya desh', in this case the US of A. Which way does it eventually go? Let's read on.Įxpectedly, it's an unusual start for the album. No wonder, the outcome is expected to be unusual too. The lyricist (Swanand Kirkire) carries unusual traits in his words too.
The composer (Amti Trivedi) is known for his unusual compositions. The comeback (of Sridevi) is in an unusual set up. Balki) makes unusual films (though Gauri Shinde is the writer-director here). There are too many unusual factors attached to the film. One expects the unexpected from the music of English Vinglish.