‘Lucknow Central’ to have a recreated version of this popular track

The trailer of ‘Lucknow Central’ was out this morning and we must say, it is a captivating piece. Meanwhile, we learnt the film would feature a recreated version of ‘Kawa Kawa’, a popular number from ‘Monsoon wedding’.

“We wanted an anthem song for the film. Farhan, Ajit Andhare (COO, Viacom 18) and I were debating whether we should go with an original number or pick up an existing chartbuster. We zeroed in on ‘Kawa Kawa’ as it is popular even today. It is played at all sangeet and dance parties. Farhan was against the idea. He didn’t want it as Divya has sung another song in the film and we wanted to maintain uniformity with regard to the voice,” says producer Nikhil Advani. (Also Read: Another biopic on cards, Farhan Akhtar to produce it. Details inside)

The recreated version will be composed by Arjuna Harjaie. Kumaar will add his lyrics. ‘Kawa Kawa’ will be the first track of the film to be released.

Apart from actors like  Farhan Akhtar, Diana Penty, Deepak Dobriyal and Ronit Roy, Bhojpuri superstar Ravi Kishen also has a special appearance in the film and has already shot his portion. Farhan, in the film, aspires to become a famous Bhojpuri singer but due to circumstances, he ends up being at Lucknow Central Jail. The makers have created a massive and convincing set which is sure to blow your mind away.

Farhan’s last was ‘Rock On 2’ which failed to impress both, the critics and the audience. To top it, rumours of him dating co-star Shraddha Kapoor spread like fire, leaving both of them furious.

Will he be able to pull off his presence at box office with ‘Lucknow Central’? Time will answer! The film is scheduled to release on 15th September, 2017.

Ranjini Maitra

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