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Koi Mil Gaya singer Taz passes away
8:23 AM
HINDUSTAN TIMES (May 1, 2022)
Indian-origin British singer-composer Taz, 54, of the ’90s hit pop band Stereo Nation has died. According to multiple reports, he was suffering from hernia. His health had been deteriorating in the past few months and he was even in coma for some time. Earlier in March, his family had released a statement that Taz was out of coma and was showing improvement.
The singer, whose real name was Tarsame Singh Saini, was credited with being the pioneer of cross-cultural Asian fusion music. Some of his most notable tracks include Pyar Ho Gaya, Nachange Saari Raat, and Gallan Goriyan. He changed the desi music game back in the ’90s and formed Stereo Nation in 1996.
He also gave Bollywood hits like Daru Vich Pyar (Tum Bin; 2001), It’s Magic (Koi Mil Gaya; 2003) and Mujhpe Toh Jadoo (Race; 2008). Gallan Goriyan was even recreated for Batla House (2019).
Notable names from the music world took to social media to share condolences. Singer Mika Singh tweeted, “I’ve grown up listening to his music... May God bless his soul.” Singer Bally Sagoo posted, “RIP brother... You will truly be missed.”
Taking to Twitter, singer Jassi Sidhu wrote, “From my 1st ever tour alongside him in 1999 to now was always a gentleman. Made pop bhangra that we all hear now decades ago & took it to the masses a pioneer. Your legacy lives on...”
“He inspired many artists with his unique sound and amazing songs... Way ahead of his time,” singer Raghav Sachar wrote. And singer Jay Sean wrote, “You touched so many lives and continue to as your music lives on.”
Singer-composer Adnan Sami said, “Can’t believe it!! Extremely saddened and shocked...” HTC
Image: John Abraham and Mrunal Thakur reunite for peppy music video titled 'Gallan Goriyan'
8:45 AM
Former co-stars reunite for music video produced by Bhushan Kumar
Himesh Mankad (MUMBAI MIRROR; June 9, 2020)
Recently, in the midst of the lockdown, John Abraham shot for a special music video, “Mera Bharat Mahaan”, in his home, as a tribute to the warriors fighting Coronavirus. Now, Mirror has learnt that the actor is coming up with another single, titled “Gallan Goriyan”. This one was shot before the nationwide lockdown was enforced. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, it marks a reunion for John and his Batla House co-star Mrunal Thakur. The peppy dance number is directed by Adil Shaikh.“It’s the first time that I was called upon to do typical naach gaana. I had to first rehearse for two weeks, during which our choreographer helped me shed my inhibitions and open up to the camera. In the song, I am supposed to catch John’s attention and will be seen shamelessly flirting with him,” the actress reveals with a laugh, adding that her co-actor would often boost her confidence, saying, “Mrunal, don’t freak out, if you get stuck, just smile, you have a beautiful smile.” Her whole family came to the set unannounced to cheer her up during the shoot.
Taz has set the song to music while also penning the lyrics with Kumaar. The lyricist-composer has also sung it with Dhvani Bhanushali. While Dhvani recorded her vocals in India, Taz did it from the UK. “Dhvani and Taz understand what youngsters relate with. They’ve come up with a fun dance number with a catchy tune which John and Mrunal have brought to life with their chemistry. Their pairing is one of the biggest USPs,” Bhushan asserts.
Apart from this song, Bhushan and John have multiple collaborations stuck in different stages of production owing to the Coronavirus pandemic. While Sanjay Gupta’s gangster drama, Mumbai Saga, is nearing completion, the duo was all geared up to kick off the Satyameva Jayate sequel in April. It is expected to be among the first films to go on the floors once normalcy returns.
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