"Chandra" is the title song of the 2022 Indian Marathi period romantic drama film Chandramukhi, directed by Prasad Oak. The song was composed by Ajay-Atul, with lyrics penned by Guru Thakur and sung by Shreya Ghoshal. The song was picturised with Amruta Khanvilkar as the lead along with Adinath Kothare. The song got widespread praise from reviewers and audiences alike, and it quickly became a blockbuster.[1]
| "Chandra" | |
|---|---|
 Official song cover, featuring actress Amruta Khanvilkar | |
| Song by | |
| from the album Chandramukhi | |
| Language | Marathi |
| Released | 29 April 2022 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 5:41 |
| Label | Everest Marathi |
| Composer(s) | Ajay-Atul |
| Lyricist(s) | Guru Thakur |
| Music videos | |
| "Chandra" on YouTube | |
Development
editAjay-Atul was approached by Amruta Khanvilkar and Prasad Oak to compose the music for the film. This marked the duo's comeback to the Marathi film industry after a four-year absence. Deepali Vichare choreographed the dance, while Guru Thakur wrote the lyrics. Shreya Ghosal recorded her portion of the song in a single day, whereas the entire song took three days to record.[2] The song was shot in three days. Khanvilkar described the song as "one of the most challenging song sequences" she has ever performed. Khanvilkar's look for the Chandra song features a 9.5 metre-long Kaashtha saree which was stitched around her while draping, and she wore intricate real gold jewellery designed by P. N. Gadgil Jewellers featuring Nath, Thushi, and Kolhapuri Saaj, which are traditional Maharashtrian ornaments. Additionally, she also wore ghungroo weighing up to 3 kg on each leg.[3]
Picturization
editThe song's music video features Amruta Khanvilkar and Adinath Kothare. The song depicts Chandramukhi's introduction in the film, and Daulatrao's first glance at her occurs as she is performing a private lavani in front of him in a beautiful hall. The song portrays Chandramukhi's characteristics from the inside out.[4]
Release
editThe song was officially released on 29 March 2022 on the Everest Marathi YouTube channel.[5] Before the release, Khanvilkar had performed the song at an event held at the Royal Opera House to unveil Chandramukhi's face.[6] The song was released on almost all online streaming platforms on 31 March 2022. For promotions, Khanvilkar and Kothare performed songs at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport during the grand poster release of Chandramukhi on the SpiceJet plane and in the Pune Metro train.[7][8] The full audio album was released on 30 April 2022.
Receptions
editThe song became extremely popular and topped the charts.[9] By October 2022, the official music video had crossed over 100 million views on YouTube. Due to popularity and high demand, the actress of the song, Amruta Khanvilkar, performed this number in many concerts in India.[10] The music composition by Ajay-Atul, the performance by Khanvilkar and Guru Thakur's lyrics were highly applauded.[4]
Accolades
edit| Award | Category | Recipient(s) | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Cine Awards[11] | Best Lyricist | Guru Thakur | Nominated |
| Best Playback Singer – Female | Shreya Ghoshal | Won | |
| Filmfare Awards Marathi[12] | Best Playback Singer – Female | Nominated | |
| Best Choreography | Deepali Vichare | Won | |
| Maharashtracha Favourite Kon?[13] | Favourite Song | Ajay-Atul | Won |
| Favourite Singer – Female | Shreya Ghoshal | Won | |
| Majja Digital Awards[14] | Outstanding Music – Female Playback Singer | Nominated | |
| MATA Sanman[15] | Best Playback Singer – Female | Won | |
| Navarashtra Planet Marathi Film & OTT Awards[16] | Best Playback Singer – Female | Nominated | |
| Best Choreography | Deepali Vichare | Won | |
| Pravah Picture Awards[17] | Best Music Director | Ajay-Atul | Nominated |
| Best Singer – Female | Shreya Ghoshal | Won | |
| Best Song | Chandra | Nominated | |
| Sakal Premier Awards[18] | Best Choreography | Deepali Vichare | Nominated |
| Zee Chitra Gaurav Puraskar[19] | Best Playback Singer – Female | Shreya Ghoshal | Won |
| Best Choreography | Deepali Vichare | Won |
See also
editReferences
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- ^ "चंद्राच्या गाण्याने थेट श्रेया घोषालला लावलं वेड! चंद्रमुखीचा fever अजूनही कायम". News18 Lokmat (in Marathi). 31 May 2022. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ Yadav, Nikita (13 May 2022). "Amruta Khanvilkar Didn't Drink Water For 3 Days During Chandra Song Shoot". Latest Bollywood & Hollywood Entertainment, News, Celebrity Gossip, Lifestyle, Originals, Regional & COVID Updates | Lehren. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ a b Seta, Keyur. "Chandramukhi song 'Chandra': Amruta Khanvilkar performs exclusively for Addinath Kothare". Cinestaan. Archived from the original on 30 October 2022. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ "'Chandramukhi' first song 'Chandra': Amruta Khanvilkar steals the show with her Lavani dance- Watch - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ "Amruta Khanvilkar's 35-foot cut out adorns the 'Chandramukhi' launch at Royal Opera House in Mumbai - Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ "Amruta Khanvilkar's Chandramukhi Poster On An Aircraft, A First For Marathi Industry". News18. 29 April 2022. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ IANS (30 April 2022). "Chandramukhi Flash Mob Takes Over Mumbai Airport, Amruta Khanvilkar & Co Show Off Their Moves". Koimoi. Retrieved 30 October 2022.
- ^ "Chandra Song: परदेशी नागरिकांनाही चंद्रा गाण्याची भूरळ! पाहा भन्नाट व्हिडिओ". eSakal - Marathi Newspaper (in Marathi). Retrieved 30 October 2022.
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- ^ "Cine City Awards 2022-2023 Voting Starts Now – Radio City". Radiocity. Retrieved 11 June 2023.
- ^ "7th Planet Filmfare Marathi Awards 2022: Complete winners' list". The Times of India. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 31 March 2023.
- ^ Bodke, Chetan. "Chandramukhi Marathi Movie: चंद्रमुखीच्या शिरपेचात आणखी एक मानाचा तुरा, 'या' पुरस्काराने कमवले नाव..." Saam TV | साम टीव्ही (in Marathi). Retrieved 22 January 2023.
- ^ "'6TH MAJJA DIGITAL AWARD'मध्ये या चित्रपटांनी मारली बाजी, सर्वोत्कृष्ट अभिनेता व अभिनेत्री ठरली… वाचा संपूर्ण यादी | 6TH MAJJA DIGITAL AWARD" (in Marathi). 17 December 2023. Retrieved 17 December 2023.
- ^ "Mata Sanman 2023: मटा सन्मान मानांकनांचे मानकरी! गगनात मावेना तंत्रज्ञ-कलाकारांचा आनंद". Maharashtra Times (in Marathi). Retrieved 28 March 2023.
- ^ "Navarashtra Planet Marathi Film & OTT Award' 2023 | नवराष्ट्र के साथ प्लैनेट मराठी का 'फिल्म एंड ओटीटी अवॉर्ड' का जगमगाता समारोह | Navabharat (नवभारत)". www.enavabharat.com. Retrieved 11 June 2023.
- ^ टीम, एबीपी माझा वेब (29 August 2022). "दिमाखात पार पडला 'प्रवाह पिक्चर पुरस्कार नामांकन सोहळा 2022', दिग्गजांची खास उपस्थिती!". marathi.abplive.com (in Marathi). Retrieved 31 March 2023.
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