'Sounds Like Kun Faya Kun': AR Rahman Criticised For 'Sufi-Style' New Ramayana Song Mangal Rang; Here's How Netizens Reacted
The makers of Ramayana: Part One released its song Mangal Rang on Sunday (October 25), but the track sparked criticism online, with several listeners questioning its originality and musical style. Some social media users have compared it to a qawwali and AR Rahman's popular track Kun Faya Kun from Rockstar, while others have alleged similarities with a Tamil song. Featuring Ranbir Kapoor as Lord…
The song "Mangal Rang" from the upcoming Ramayana: Part One has sparked controversy among listeners for its alleged originality and musical style. Critics have compared it to A.R. Rahman's popular track Kun Faya Kun from Rockstar and a Sufi-style qawwali, suggesting similarities in the chorus, singing style, and overall architecture.
Some users also drew parallels to a Tamil song, Enna Solla Pogirai, with one critic alleging that the track is a recycled qawwali with a Tamil influence. The song, composed by A.R. Rahman and sung by Shreya Ghoshal and Arijit Singh, features lyrics by Kumar Vishwas. Despite the criticism, the song has drawn attention to the musical direction of the highly anticipated film, which stars Ranbir Kapoor as Lord Ram and Sai Pallavi as Mata Sita.
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