Ali Azmat, our very own rock star is set to be part of the upcoming Pakistani film ‘Hijrat’, to be released on April 22.
The film revolves around the Afghan War; the tragedy of war, lives lost and the emotional trauma faced. The soundtrack will feature Ali Azmat’s vocals in two songs “Brand Chor” and “Mera Maula”.
“Mera Maula” is done in collaboration with Rahat Fateh Ali Khan and reflects on how God has left this land with nothing but barren lands, sadness and reflections of death. The song calls for the Lord’s help and wonders what we did wrong, the reason we’re being punished and why did He leave us. The haunting melody blends in perfect harmony with the lyrics and resonates with the pain that has become part of the lives of so many in this world.
“Brand Chor” employs a completely different sound and is an item song where the signature sound of Azmat is the essence of the track. The item song is all about living the life to the fullest with no restrictions, no rules and no regulations. The up-beat track complete with background chorus and disco sound also features Shalmali Kholgade who joins Azmat in the pop song.
The songs are part of the soundtrack for the film ‘Hijrat’, which is composed by Sahir Ali Bagga and lyrics are penned by Asim Raza.
Azmat is a Pakistani singer-songwriter, musician and actor. He is best known as the lead singer for the influential Sufi rock band Junoon and for his subsequent solo career. In 2001, he became the first musician ever to perform at the United Nations General Assembly along with an Indian band choosing to sing his song “Dosti” (Friendship), an aptly chosen title to promote the UN’s mission in bringing peace to the world.