Music director: Shaan Rahman
Lyrics: Manu Manjith & Rzee (rap portion in Ente Maavum)
Somehow, it didn't come to our attention that composer Shaan Rahman did not have a release after the the soundtrack of Oru Vadakkan Selfie that brought laurels his way. He is a sure fit in the list of music directors holding sway in Malayalam film industry now, if we attempt to make one.
The musician's latest is out now—Adi Kapyare Kootamani, a comedy featuring Dhyan Srinivasan, Namitha Pramod, Mukesh, Neeraj Madhav and Aju Varghese, among others. Yes, Shaan continues his camaraderie with the Srinivasan brothers with this film in which Vineeth Sreenivasan joins in as a singer. Let's give this short album of 3 songs a listen.
» Ente Maavum Poothe (Vineeth Sreenivasan, Shaan Rahman, Arun Alat and Rzee-Rap)
It's a fast number, one that composers say is the most difficult one to come up with, but Shaan nails the job and the song yells out loud that he had so much fun making it. All the three main singers of this song have the same vocal characteristics and their chemistry works brilliantly. Shaan also ensures the track has its melody portions that sync well with the flow of the song. The Ente Maavum Poothe portion is the high note of the track and it makes you nod your head in rhythm. Rzee intervenes in between with his rap and makes it all the more fun. Thumbs up to this techno-layered song from Shaan.
» Maruda (Arun Alat and Shaan Rahman)
The clarinet is given the honours of opening this song and the notes stay along the length of it. The lyrics are witty, so are the add-ons—the 'thoom thoom' portion and the 'aiyyo'. The singers bring up their energy levels in the right places for this number. It looks like we'll certainly see the name of Arun Alat in more soundtracks to come. Another entertaining, well-crafted song.
» Ullaasagaayike (Vidhu Prathap, Shaan Rahman and Ramya Nambessan)
Shaan carries forward the energy from the other two songs to this one. Glad to note that the filmmakers did not feel the need to include a male-female duet, staying away from the formulaic structure. Vidhu Prathap joins Shaan Rahman behind the mic, fighting among themselves for the lady's hand as they croon the track. Actress Ramya Nambessan, an apt choice for the female vocalist, joins in. The song, which is featured in the movie in one shot, is again a jolly good listen.
♦Verdict
Though all the three songs are worth repeated listens, Ente Maavum Poothe stands out and is my favourite too. Shaan Rahman is indeed back with a bang and earns brownie points for this fun, funky short soundtrack.