Aavesham (soundtrack) explained
Aavesham is the soundtrack to the 2024 film of the same name directed by Jithu Madhavan starring Fahadh Faasil. The soundtrack consisted of nine songs composed by Sushin Shyam with lyrics primarily written by Vinayak Sasikumar. The album was released by Think Music on 19 April 2024.
Development
Aavesham is Shyam's second collaboration with Madhavan after Romancham (2023) and fifth with Fahadh after Varathan (2018), Kumbalangi Nights (2019), Trance (2020) and Malik (2021). Like Romancham, the film consisted of upbeat rap numbers which would appear as montages. According to Shyam, the film's musical soundscape drew inspiration from the compositions of Anirudh Ravichander due to its upbeat nature.[1]
Shyam had collaborated with several independent musicians for providing vocals to the songs, which included the music band Malayali Monkeys, rapper-songwriters Dabzee, Hanumankind, Munz, MC Couper and Chennai-based rapper Paal Dabba.[2] In addition, to this Sreenath Bhasi, Nazriya Nazim, Vipin Raveendran and Pranavam Sasi also performed vocals for few songs. Bhasi was roped for the song "Jaada", as Shyam felt that his vocals would complement the song very well.
Marketing and release
"Jaada" sung by Bhasi was the first to be released from the album, on 27 February 2024.[3] [4] The second song "Galatta" sung by Paal Dabba was later released on 13 March.[5] [6] The song "Illuminati" was performed by Dabzee at the film's promotional event at Union Christian College, Aluva on 26 March.[7] [8] Two days later, the song was released as a single in music streaming platforms,[9] [10] while the lyrical video was released in YouTube a week later.[11] [12] The fourth single "Mathapithakkale" was released after the film's premiere, on 14 April, coinciding with Vishu.[13]
Track listing
The track list of the film's soundtrack was unveiled on 10 April 2024, prior to the film's release.[14] The album was released on 19 April 2024.[15]
Controversy
Bishop Joseph Karayil had made criticism against the song Illuminati that the lyrics of the song is anti-christian.[16]
Reception
Vishal Menon of Film Companion South and Latha Srinivasan of Hindustan Times described the soundtrack as "solid", "trendy" and "hip".[17] [18] Janani K. of India Today wrote that Shyam's music "adds beauty to the wild ride".[19] Anandu Suresh of The Indian Express wrote that the musical score elevated the film and "give the film the mass masala vibe it demands" and further wrote "Without overusing any particular tune, Sushin adeptly switches between the ones he has created, providing a cohesive viewing experience."[20] S. R. Praveen of The Hindu wrote Shyam's "pulsating score somewhat papers over the film's many weaknesses".[21] Rohit Panicker of Times Now wrote "The soundtrack and songs by Sushin Shyam add to the quirkiness and boisterousness of the film".[22] Vignesh Madhu of The New Indian Express also reviewed "Sushin Shyam's music is loud, fun, and packed with energy—perfectly in sync with the film's zippy mood" but was critical of the placement of the song "Illuminati" in the closing credits.[23]
Notes and References
- Web site: Aavesham Sushin Shyam explains why he has high hopes for the Fahadh Faasil-starrer, just like Manjummel Boys . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240412023533/https://www.ottplay.com/news/aavesham-sushin-shyam-explains-why-he-has-high-hopes-for-the-fahadh-faasil-starrer-just-like-manjummel-boys/526b106108890 . 2024-04-12 . 2024-04-17 . OTTPlay . en.
- Aavesha Galatta Aavesham Fahadh Faasil Interview Jithu Madhavan Sushin Shyam Maneesh . 2024-04-08 . ml . The Cue Studio . 2024-04-17 . https://web.archive.org/web/20240417174451/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pkeSey1Xc0 . 2024-04-17 . live . YouTube.
- Web site: 2024-02-28 . Watch: Jaada, First Song From Jithu Madhavan's Aavesham, Out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240229174416/https://www.news18.com/movies/watch-jaada-first-song-from-jithu-madhavans-aavesham-out-8796080.html . 2024-02-29 . 2024-04-17 . News18 . en.
- Web site: Features . C. E. . 2024-02-28 . First single 'Jada' from Fahadh Faasil's Aavesham out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240402045536/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2024/Feb/28/first-single-jada-from-fahadh-faasils-aavesham-out-52461.html . 2024-04-02 . 2024-04-17 . Cinema Express . en.
- Web site: 2024-03-13 . Aavesham song Galatta: Fahadh Faasil is like a circus ringmaster who can summon lions with a single whistle . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240314060142/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/aavesham-song-galatta-fahadh-faasil-is-like-a-circus-ringmaster-who-can-summon-lions-with-a-single-whistle-9209551/ . 2024-03-14 . 2024-04-17 . The Indian Express . en.
- Web site: 2024-03-14 . Aavesham Song Galatta: Fahadh Faasil Exudes Swag In This Upbeat Peppy Track . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240320070134/https://www.news18.com/movies/aavesham-song-galatta-fahadh-faasil-exudes-swag-in-this-upbeat-peppy-track-8814295.html . 2024-03-20 . 2024-04-17 . News18 . en.
- Web site: 2024-03-27 . Fahadh Faasil dances with abandon at college event during Aavesham promotions. Watch . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240328090452/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/malayalam/fahadh-faasil-dances-with-abandon-aavesham-promotions-watch-9236670/ . 2024-03-28 . 2024-04-17 . The Indian Express . en.
- Web site: Watch: Fahadh Faasil dances with college students at 'Aavesham' promotions . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240406122847/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/regional-cinema/story/fahadh-faasil-dances-with-college-students-at-aavesham-promotions-2520039-2024-03-27 . 2024-04-06 . 2024-04-17 . India Today . en.
- News: 2024-03-29 . 'Illuminati' from 'Aavesham': Sushin Shyam just pumps up the adrenaline rush for the Fahadh Faasil starrer . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240407052202/https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/malayalam/movies/news/illuminati-from-aavesham-sushin-shyam-just-pumps-up-the-adrenaline-rush-for-the-fahadh-faasil-starrer/articleshow/108869473.cms . 2024-04-07 . 2024-04-17 . The Times of India . 0971-8257.
- Web site: Features . C. E. . 2024-03-29 . Illuminati song from Fahadh Faasil's Aavesham is out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240408174829/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2024/Mar/29/illuminati-song-from-fahadh-faasils-aavesham-is-out . 2024-04-08 . 2024-04-17 . Cinema Express . en.
- Web site: 2024-04-03 . Illuminati video song: Fahadh Faasil starrer Aavesham drops peppy dance track . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240412212933/https://www.pinkvilla.com/entertainment/south/illuminati-video-song-out-makers-of-fahadh-faasil-starrer-aavesham-unveil-new-peppy-track-to-double-up-excitement-1292091 . 2024-04-12 . 2024-04-17 . Pinkvilla . en.
- Web site: FC . Team . 2024-04-04 . 'Illuminati' Song From Fahadh Faasil's Aavesham Is Out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240405014956/https://www.filmcompanion.in/news/illuminati-song-from-fahadh-faasils-aavesham-is-out . 2024-04-05 . 2024-04-17 . Film Companion South . en.
- Web site: Features . C. E. . 2024-04-14 . 'Mathapithakkale' song from Fahadh Faasil's Aavesham is out . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240417175048/https://www.cinemaexpress.com/malayalam/news/2024/Apr/14/mathapithakkale-song-from-fahadh-faasils-aavesham-is-out . 2024-04-17 . 2024-04-17 . Cinema Express . en.
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- Aavesham's FIRE tracklist is here. Rangannan and the boys ready, are you?❤Which one are you excited about the most? Booking Open..!! ️ #Aavesham in theatres near you from April 11, 2024 onwards.
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- Web site: Shyam . Sushin . Sushin Shyam . 19 April 2024 . Aavesham (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) . https://web.archive.org/web/20240419180420/https://music.apple.com/us/album/aavesham-original-motion-picture-soundtrack/1742153570 . 19 April 2024 . 19 April 2024 . . Apple Music.
- Web site: Aishwarya . Nair . Fr Joseph Karayil against Illuminati song . . May 25, 2024 . May 26, 2024.
- Web site: Menon . Vishal . 2024-04-11 . Aavesham Review: A Kickass FaFa Kidnaps This Wobbly Gangster Comedy . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240416123559/https://www.filmcompanion.in/reviews/malayalam-review/aavesham-review-a-kickass-fafa-kidnaps-this-wobbly-gangster-comedy-fahadh-faasil-jithu-madhavan . 2024-04-16 . 2024-04-17 . Film Companion South . en.
- Web site: 2024-04-12 . Aavesham movie review: Fahadh Faasil makes this gangster comedy outstanding . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240414203911/https://www.hindustantimes.com/entertainment/others/aavesham-movie-review-fahadh-faasil-makes-this-gangster-comedy-outstanding-101712912150439.html . 2024-04-14 . 2024-04-17 . Hindustan Times . en.
- Web site: 'Aavesham' Review: Fahadh Faasil hits it out of the park in Jithu Madhavan film . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240413201243/https://www.indiatoday.in/movies/reviews/story/aavesham-review-fahadh-faasil-hits-it-out-of-the-park-jithu-madhavan-film-2526040-2024-04-11 . 2024-04-13 . 2024-04-17 . India Today . en.
- Web site: 2024-04-11 . Aavesham movie review: Fahadh Faasil delivers 'verithanam' performance in this all-encompassing comedy masala . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240412023358/https://indianexpress.com/article/entertainment/movie-review/aavesham-movie-review-fahadh-faasil-delivers-verithanam-performance-9262849/ . 2024-04-12 . 2024-04-17 . The Indian Express . en.
- News: Praveen . S. R. . 2024-04-12 . 'Aavesham' movie review: Fahadh Faasil's uninhibited act carries this thinly-plotted film . subscription . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240415232612/https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/movies/aavesham-movie-review-fahadh-faasils-uninhibited-act-carries-this-thinly-plotted-film/article68055683.ece . 2024-04-15 . 2024-04-17 . The Hindu . en-IN . 0971-751X.
- Web site: 2024-04-12 . Aavesham Review: An Ordinary Plot Made Extraordinary By Powerful Performances And Presentation! . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240414234146/https://www.timesnownews.com/entertainment-news/reviews/malayalam/aavesham-review-an-ordinary-plot-made-extraordinary-by-powerful-performances-and-presentation-review-109243908 . 2024-04-14 . 2024-04-17 . Times Now . en.
- Web site: Madhu . Vignesh . 2024-04-12 . 'Aavesham' movie review: Fahadh & Sajin Gopu scream through this laugh riot . live . https://web.archive.org/web/20240415175350/https://www.newindianexpress.com/entertainment/review/2024/Apr/12/aavesham-movie-review-fahadh-sajin-gopu-scream-through-this-laugh-riot . 2024-04-15 . 2024-04-17 . The New Indian Express . en.