Akbar Khan's Taj Mahal film music released
By UNI
Mar 17, 2005, 10:26

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Mumbai, March 17. (UNI): The music of Akbar Khan's film "Taj Mahal" was released at a function held here Wednesday evening.

Khan, speaking on the occasion, said his nine-year dream had finally been realised.

"I hope everybody likes the music and appreciates the hard work and dedication that has gone into the making of this film." The film will be released shortly.

Music for the film has been provided by legendary Naushad who has given music to such great movies like "Baiju Bawra" and "Mughal-e-Azam".

The entire unit of the film, including the main cast of Zulfikar Ahmed and Sonia Jehan who have portrayed the roles of Prince Khurram and Mumtaz, were present on the occasion. This is the duo's first movie.

Others, including Manisha Koirala, who portrays the character of Jehan Ara, Arbaaz Khan who has essayed the role of Aurangzeb and the entire Khan clan were present at the launch.

Singers Hariharan and Preeti Uttam gave a live performance of the film's songs on the occasion.

The film is co-produced by Irshad Alam and the lyrics are penned by Naqshh Lyallpuri and Syed Gulrez with music by Naushad. The cinematography is by R M Rao while the action is by Sham Kaushal.

The dances have been choreographed B Saroj Khan and Jay Borade White the costume designing has been done by Anna Singh.


*Well lets see what Maestro has for us after Mugl e Azam.

I've only listened online, but I like the songs so far. I'm sure they'll sound better on CD.

I did too, Naushad delievred a very consistent period flavour soundtrack, with some good more up to date arrangements with the help of Uttam Singh, who also coloborated with Maestro in remastering of Mughl E azam. More so it explains Preity Uttam singing most of songs(to my dislikening), While Hari Haran is a charm to listen, and Musical pieces are indeed good.

Whether it sells million units or not!! Still very good soundtrack.

Same for Boss..Neta Ji by Rehman, world class album imho, with a couple minors irks!

think before the end of this year!
more precisely Nov 18th. It was slated for End October before!I think
Release Dates



By Taran Adarsh


The below-mentioned release dates have been given by the producers and distributors of these films. At times, the films get postponed for various reasons, hence the list is updated every week.


October 21, 2005
- Hanuman

October 28, 2005
- Bad Friend

November 2, 2005
- Kyon Ki

November 3, 2005
- Garam Masala
- Shaadi No.1

November 4, 2005
- Bobby - Love & Lust

November 11, 2005
- Anjaan
- Home Delivery

November 18, 2005
- Teesri Aankh - The Hidden Camera
- Hum Ko Tum Se Pyaar Hai
- Ek Khiladi Ek Haseena
- Husn - Love And Betrayal
- Taj Mahal
- The Film

November 25, 2005
- Vaah! Life Ho To Aisi
- Sarhad Paar
- Lips
- Deewane Huye Paagal

November 2005
- Struggler
- Chingari
- Chooriyan
- Do Aur Do Paanch
- Sitam
- Haseena -Smart, Sexy, Dangerous
- Chanchal
- Ho Sakta Hai
- Raja Bhai Lagey Raho
- Jahan Jaaayega Hamen Paayega
- Madhubaala
- Mohabbat Ho Gayi Hai Tumse
- Amar Joshi Shahid Ho Gaya
- Mr. Prime Minister
- Amavas
- Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar
- Mere Jeevan Saathi

December 2, 2005
- Apaharan
- Umar

December 9, 2005
- Ek Ajnabee
- Holiday
- Neal N Nikki
- Jawani Diwani - A Joyful Ride

December 16, 2005
- Family - Ties Of Blood
- Bluffmaster
- Dosti - Friends Forever

December 23, 2005
- Zinda
- Milenge Milenge
- Benaam

December 2005
- John Matthew Matthan'S Untitled
- Banaras ? A Mystic Love Story
- Malaamaal Weekly

January 2006
- Taxi Number 9211
- Phir Hera Pheri

February 2006
- Rang De Basanti / Paint It Yellow
- Fear

And now a book on Akbar Khan's 'Taj Mahal'...
IndiaGlitz [Tuesday, October 18, 2005]



While Akbar Khan's dream Taj Mahal has been pushed to November, a book on the realization of this dream has hit the stands. The name is TAJ MAHAL-THE MAKING OF THE MOTION PICTURE and it is written by famous author, poet and documentary filmmaker Suresh Kohli.

This hard bound book has been impressively packaged with excellent gloss and finish that befits the stature of this mammoth budgeted movie starring Kabir Bedi, Zulfikar Syed, Arbaaz Khan, Sonya Jehan, Manisha Koirala and Pooja Batra. The book has lavish pictures of extravagant sets, glittering jewellery and all the actors and details out court intrigue, folklore and historic details behind one of the greatest love stories ever.

The book published on OM BOOKS INTERNATIONAL also provides insight into the work done by special effect team to choreographers to action directors and others. Truly a collector's edition!