Animal
Soundtrack album cover for ANIMAL
Soundtrack album by
JAM8, Vishal Mishra, Jaani, Manan Bhardwaj, Shreyas Puranik, Ashim Kemson, Harshavardhan Rameshwar, Bhupinder Babbal and A.R. Rahman
Released24 November 2023
Recorded2022–2023
GenreFeature film soundtrack
Length48:02
LanguageHindi
LabelT-Series
External audio
audio icon Animal (Audio Jukebox) on YouTube
Singles from Animal
  1. "Hua Main"
    Released: 11 October 2023
  2. "Satranga"
    Released: 28 October 2023
  3. "Papa Meri Jaan"
    Released: 14 November 2023
  4. "Arjan Vailly"
    Released: 18 November 2023

Animal is the soundtrack to the 2023 Hindi-language action thriller film of the same name directed by Sandeep Reddy Vanga and starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anil Kapoor, Bobby Deol, Rashmika Mandanna and Tripti Dimri. Released by T-Series on 24 November 2023, the soundtrack featured six songs composed by JAM8, Vishal Mishra, Jaani, Manan Bhardwaj, Shreyas Puranik, Ashim Kemson, Harshavardhan Rameshwar, Bhupinder Babbal and A.R. Rahman with lyrics written by Manoj Muntashir, Siddharth–Garima, Raj Shekhar, Jaani, Bhupinder Babbal, Manan Bhardwaj and Ashim Kemson. The music for Animal was described as "multi-genre" and "versatile".[1] The film's soundtrack became chartbuster.

Background

The soundtrack was predominantly curated by Vanga himself, who insisted Bhushan Kumar, the film's producer not to interfere during the entire process and would rework on the album if disapproved. Kumar earlier provided suggestions to Vanga for adding additional music in Kabir Singh (2019); this decision was applauded by Kumar, so that the music would be independently molded with the film's narrative.[2][3]

Singles

The soundtrack was preceded with four singles. "Hua Main" was the first to be released from the album, on 11 October 2023.[4] It was composed by JAM8 & Pritam[lower-alpha 1] and sung by Raghav Chaitanya with lyrics written by Manoj Muntashir. The music video shows the intimate romantic relationship between Ranvijay Singh[6] (Ranbir) and Geetanjali (Mandanna).[7][8] The song had similarities with "Kaala Jaddu" from the Kartik Aaryan-starrer Freddy (2022), that was composed by Pritam.[9]

The second song "Satranga" composed by Shreyas Puranik, written by Siddharth–Garima (who also served as the film's dialogue writer) and sung by Arijit Singh was released on 28 October 2023.[10] The song is a slow ballad and melancholic number, depicting the strained relationship between Ranvijay and Geetanjali post-their marriage.[11][12] Puranik had composed the song in September 2022 and initially planned to release as an independent single, but when he met Vanga at a Diwali party in October and sang few excerpts from the song which Vanga liked. A week later, he asked Puranik to use the song in the film to which he agreed. Initially the song was sung by himself, but he later decided to have Singh perform the number.[13]

The third song "Papa Meri Jaan" was released on 14 November 2023.[14] Composed by Harshavardhan Rameshwar, who previously worked with Vanga on Arjun Reddy (2017) and its remake Kabir Singh (2019), the song was performed by Sonu Nigam and written by Raj Shekhar. The song is picturized on the relationship between Ranvijay and his father Balbir (Anil).[15][16]

On 18 November 2023, the song "Arjan Vailly", which was showcased in the film's pre-teaser was released as the album's fourth single.[17] Bhupinder Babbal written and sung the track,[18][lower-alpha 2] composed by Manan Bhardwaj.[20][21] The song draws inspiration from a well-known folk tune originally composed by Punjabi folk artist Kuldeep Manak. Rooted in Sikh history, it weaves together elements of the film's narrative. The original composition delves into the life of Arjan Singh Nalwa, the son of Sikh military commander Hari Singh Nalwa, during the 18th century. Arjan, hailing from Jagraon near Ludhiana, took up the mantle after his father's demise, engaging in battles for the Sikh Empire against the formidable Mughals.Structured in the style of Dhadi-Vaar music, traditionally used by Guru Gobind Singh as a war cry against the Mughals to uplift the spirits of his people, 'Arjan Vailly' signifies an exceptionally fierce individual unbound by conventional laws.[22]

On 6 December 2023, the song "Jamal Kudu", which was showcased in the film as Bobby Deol's character entry scene , was released officially.[23] The song was originally composed by Iran's Khatareh Group. The original Iranian song is titled Jamaal Jamaaloo and it is more than 60 years old. The main version of the song created and song by Zia Atabai -Iranian Singer- on 1970s. The song has been reinterpreted by Harshvardhan Rameshwar. In the original song, the lyricists says, "Oh my cutie, don't play with my heart. You are leaving, embarking on a journey, and I'm going crazy. Oh my love, my beloved."[24] The song was first sung by Kharazemi Girls High School in 1950s. Over the years, the song became popular at Iranian weddings.[25]

On 14 December 2023, the Intro music for Rannvijay's character showcasing Ranbir Kapoor and featuring a medley of music from Roja (1992) composed by A. R. Rahman was released.[26][27]

Release

The soundtrack to Animal was released at a music launch and fan experience event held on 24 November 2023 at Mehboob Studio in Mumbai. Presented by Spotify Premium, the event saw the attendance of Ranbir and Deol,[28][29] where the former had performed "Hua Main".[30] The same day, the soundtrack was released to music streaming platforms, while it was also unveiled in Telugu, Tamil, Malayalam and Kannada. The songs: "Arjan Vailly" and "Haiwaan" written and performed by Bhupinder Babbal and Ashim Kemson, were excluded from its South Indian versions.[31]

Track listing

Original

Track listing
No.TitleLyricsMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Arjan Vailly"Bhupinder BabbalManan BhardwajBhupinder Babbal3:02
2."Hua Main"Manoj MuntashirPritam, JAM8[lower-alpha 1]Raghav Chaitanya4:37
3."Satranga"Siddharth–GarimaShreyas PuranikArijit Singh4:31
4."Papa Meri Jaan"Raj ShekharHarshavardhan RameshwarSonu Nigam5:22
5."Pehle Bhi Main"Raj ShekharVishal MishraVishal Mishra4:10
6."Kashmir"Manan BhardwajManan BhardwajShreya Ghoshal, Manan Bhardwaj3:36
7."Saari Duniya Jalaa Denge"JaaniJaaniB Praak3:02
8."Haiwaan"Ashim KemsonAshim KemsonAshim Kemson2:42
9."Abrar's Entry – Jamal Kudu"Traditional Iranian Bandari musicHarshavardhan RameshwarTannaz Davoodi, Sounik, Harshita, Keerthana, Vagdevi, Meghanaa Naidu, Sabiha, Aishwarya Dasari, Abhikhya2:14
10."Ranvijay's Entry Medley"InstrumentalA. R. RahmanThreeory Band3:38
11."Saari Duniya Jalaa Denge" (Extended Film Version)JaaniJaaniB Praak5:48
12."Marham (Pehle Bhi Main)"Raj ShekharVishal MishraVishal Mishra1:53
13."Bhaavein Jaane Ya Na Jaane"Bhupinder BabbalBhupinder BabbalBhupinder Babbal3:27
Total length:48:02

Telugu

All lyrics are written by Anantha Sriram

No.TitleMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Ammayi"JAM8Raghav Chaitanya4:35
2."Ney Veyrey"Shreyas PuranikKarthik4:31
3."Nanna Nuv Naa Praanam"Harshavardhan RameshwarSonu Nigam5:21
4."Evarevaro"Vishal MishraVishal Mishra4:10
5."Kashmeeru"Manan BhardwajShreya Ghoshal, Yazin Nizar3:37
6."Yaalo Yaalaa"JaaniAnurag Kulkarni3:02
7."Yaalo Yaalaa" (Extended Film Version)JaaniAnurag Kulkarni5:48
8."Evarevaro" (Soul Version)Vishal MishraVishal Mishra1:53
Total length:32:59

Tamil

All lyrics are written by Mohan Rajan

No.TitleMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Nee Vaadi"JAM8Raghav Chaitanya4:35
2."Pogaadhe"Shreyas PuranikKarthik4:31
3."Nee En Ulagam"Harshavardhan RameshwarSonu Nigam5:21
4."Yaar Yaaro"Vishal MishraVishal Mishra4:10
5."Theeraadha"Manan BhardwajShreya Ghoshal, Yazin Nizar3:35
6."Moochchaangoode"JaaniMahalingam3:02
7."Moochchaangoode" (Extended Film Version)JaaniMahalingam5:48
8."Yaar Yaaro" (Soul Version)Vishal MishraVishal Mishra1:53
Total length:32:57

Malayalam

All lyrics are written by Mankombu Gopalakrishnan

No.TitleMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Pennaale"JAM8Kapil Kapilan4:34
2."Nee Vere Njan"Shreyas PuranikKarthik4:31
3."Neeyanakhilam Thaathaa"Harshavardhan RameshwarMadhu Balakrishnan5:21
4."Pala Mukhangal"Vishal MishraAdithya RK4:10
5."Kashmirin Saanu"Manan BhardwajSithara Krishnakumar, Yazin Nizar3:37
6."Enivarumo Aa Nall"JaaniMahalingam3:02
7."Enivarumo Aa Nall" (Extended Film Version)JaaniMahalingam5:48
8."Pala Mukhangal" (Soul Version)Vishal MishraAdithya RK1:53
Total length:32:58

Kannada

All lyrics are written by Varadaraj Chikkaballapura

No.TitleMusicSinger(s)Length
1."Oh Baale"JAM8Raghav Chaitanya4:35
2."Naa Bere Nee Bere"Shreyas PuranikKarthik4:31
3."Nanna Ravi Neene"Harshavardhan RameshwarSonu Nigam5:21
4."Nooraru"Vishal MishraAdithya RK4:10
5."Kaashmira Thaana"Manan BhardwajSithara Krishnakumar, Yazin Nizar3:37
6."Appa Nee Nagu"JaaniAnurag Kulkarni3:02
7."Appa Nee Nagu" (Extended Film Version)JaaniAnurag Kulkarni5:48
8."Nooraru" (Soul Version)Vishal MishraAdithya RK1:53
Total length:32:59

Reception

Umesh Punwani of Koimoi described the soundtrack as a "banger pro-max" album with "songs which will only get more significant after its release. It is an accomplished package balanced with romance, drama, and unmatched energy and everything a good set of headphones would only take up a notch".[32] He rated four out of five to the album.[32] Reviewing two of the songs from the soundtrack, for Film Companion, Lalitha Suhasini, stating for "Hua Main" said that "the song is driven by a clap beat, but the wailing guitar riff is where Pritam’s heart is at. The composer is a self-confessed rock buff and the line in the chorus 'Hua Main Ranjhana' is possibly where the song peaks and makes you want to play it all over again."[33] She further added "Satranga" has the bittersweetness that provided an instant appeal similar to "Channa Mereya" from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil (2016), but added that "the melodies are so close, they could be missing pieces of the same puzzle".[33] Trisha Bhattacharya of India Today wrote "the album becomes an integral part of the storytelling process, mirroring the protagonist's journey through love, passion, heartbreak, and revenge. Each track is a musical brushstroke, painting the canvas of emotions with precision and finesse."[34]

Within its debut, the soundtrack became the top album globally on Apple Music.[35] Three of its songs "Arjan Vailly", "Satranga" and "Saari Duniya Jalaa Denge" debuted at number 6, 7, 8 on the nationwide Spotify charts,[36] with "Arjan Vailly" debuting globally for the week between 23—26 November.[36]

Notes

  1. 1 2 Although Pritam had originally composed "Hua Main", he, however, credited his music band JAM8.[5]
  2. ↑ The song was originally composed and written by Kuldeep Manak, which was re-worked by Bhupinder Babbal.[19]

References

  1. ↑ "'Animal': Ranbir Kapoor reveals two of the best songs from the film haven't been released yet". The Times of India. 20 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  2. ↑ "Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga takes full charge of 'Animal' soundtrack, offers Bhushan Kumar song redo freedom". The Times of India. 1 December 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  3. ↑ "Sandeep Reddy Vanga asked for no interference in curating Animal soundtrack, offered to redo songs if Bhushan Kumar disapproved". The Indian Express. 1 December 2023. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  4. ↑ "Hua Main song: Ranbir Kapoor and Rashmika Mandanna cannot stop kissing". Times of India. Archived from the original on 12 October 2023. Retrieved 11 October 2023.
  5. ↑ "Is Pritam's Animal Song Hua Main Ft Ranbir, Rashmika Similar To THIS Track From Kartik Aaryan's Film?". Zoom TV. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  6. ↑ "Animal movie review: Ranbir Kapoor's action tale is flawed, overtly violent and misogynistic; yet it entertains". Hindustan Times. 1 December 2023. Retrieved 5 December 2023.
  7. ↑ "Animal song 'Hua Main': Ranbir Kapoor maintains stoic expression as he marries Rashmika Mandanna against her family's wishes". The Indian Express. 11 October 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  8. ↑ "'Hua Main': Ranbir, Rashmika's passionate romance steals the show in 'Animal' song". India Today. 11 October 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  9. ↑ "Is it just us, or does the 'Animal' song 'Hua Main' remind you of 'Kaala Jaadu' from 'Freddy' as well?". The Times of India. 12 October 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  10. ↑ "Animal song Satranga: Not everything seems well in Ranbir Kapoor-Rashmika Mandanna's marriage". Hindustan Times. 28 October 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  11. ↑ "Watch: 'Animal' song 'Satranga' captures Ranbir-Rashmika's bittersweet love". India Today. 28 October 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  12. ↑ "'Animal' Song 'Satranga' Captures Complexities of Ranbir-Rashmika's Married Life". TheQuint. 27 October 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  13. ↑ "'Animal' song 'Satranga': Composer Shreyas Puranik reveals Ranbir Kapoor's reaction to the song, shares a trivia about the 'Rockstar' actor - Exclusive". The Times of India. 2 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  14. ↑ "Animal song Papa Meri Jaan: Ranbir Kapoor and Anil Kapoor's track explores their complex father-son bond". Hindustan Times. Archived from the original on 14 November 2023. Retrieved 14 November 2023.
  15. ↑ "Animal Song Papa Meri Jaan: Inside Anil And Ranbir Kapoor's Blood-Drenched Relationship". NDTV.com. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  16. ↑ "Animal song Papa Meri Jaan: Sonu Nigam's voice adds soul to Anil Kapoor and Ranbir Kapoor's complicated father-son bond". The Indian Express. 14 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  17. ↑ "'Arjan Vailly' out: Ranbir's 'Animal' song promises goosebumps-inducing scenes". India Today. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  18. ↑ "Animal: Meet the voice behind this Punjabi song in Ranbir Kapoor-starrer 'Animal'". PTC News. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  19. ↑ "Did you know history behind Animal's power-packed song Arjan Vailly featuring Ranbir Kapoor?". Pinkvilla. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  20. ↑ "Animal Song Arjan Vailly: Ranbir Kapoor Goes On A Massive Spine-Chilling Killing Spree". News18. 18 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  21. ↑ "Ranbir Kapoor-starrer Animal's Song Arjan Vailly Is A Hit; Know The Story Behind Its Inspiration". News18. 29 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  22. ↑ "Ranbir Kapoors Arjan Vailly Song In Animal Has Chilling Story Behind It, Read Here". Zee News. Retrieved 4 December 2023.
  23. ↑ "Bobby Deol's viral entry song in 'Animal' gets released as 'Jamal Kudu'".
  24. ↑ "Jamal Kudu from Animal 2023, Original Song with Lyrics and Meaning in Hindi, English - The News Dispatcher". 18 December 2023. Retrieved 18 December 2023.
  25. ↑ "On Fans' Demand, Animal Makers Release Bobby Deol's Entry Song Jamal Kudu; Here's What It Means". IndiaTimes. 7 December 2023. Retrieved 9 December 2023.
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  27. ↑ "Animal's Roja Mashup: Threeory Band Talks About Viral Song In Ranbir Kapoor Film | Exclusive". News18. 13 December 2023. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
  28. ↑ "Ranbir Kapoor makes Bobby Deol crack up as he recreates his iconic dance steps at Animal event. Watch". Hindustan Times. 25 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  29. ↑ "Bobby Deol's son Aryaman steals the limelight at Animal music launch, later father-son duo dine with Ranbir Kapoor". The Times of India. 25 November 2023. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  30. ↑ "Watch: Ranbir Kapoor sings Hua Main at Animal music event, serves rockstar vibes". Pinkvilla. 24 November 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  31. ↑ Animal, 24 November 2023, retrieved 30 November 2023
  32. 1 2 Punwani, Umesh (29 November 2023). "Animal Music Review: Sandeep Reddy Vanga Delivers Yet Another 'Banger-Max-Pro' Album, A Destined Blockbuster!". Koimoi. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  33. 1 2 Suhasini, Lalitha (2 November 2023). "Take Note: The Archies, Leo and Animal on our Playlist this month". Film Companion. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
  34. ↑ "'Animal' album review: A little beauty, little beast from Ranbir Kapoor's latest". India Today. Retrieved 6 December 2023.
  35. ↑ Animal The Film [@AnimalTheFilm] (28 November 2023). "#Animal Album rules and tops #1 Globally on @AppleMusic" (Tweet). Retrieved 30 November 2023 – via Twitter.
  36. 1 2 Animal The Film [@AnimalTheFilm] (28 November 2023). "#Animal takes over #Spotify charts🔥" (Tweet). Retrieved 30 November 2023 – via Twitter.
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