The recent concert of international pop sensation Dua Lipa in Mumbai’s Bandra Kurla Complex was a night to remember. The event saw a fusion of cultures, with Dua Lipa performing a mashup of her hit song “Levitating” and the Hindi classic Woh Ladki Jo Sabse Alag Hai from Shah Rukh Khan‘s movie Baadshah. This mashup, however, evoked a response from the original singer of the Hindi song, Abhijeet Bhattacharya, who felt that the singers were not given due credit. Here’s a detailed look at the event and the ensuing discussion.
Dua Lipa’s Performance Shakes Mumbai
Dua Lipa’s concert in Mumbai featured some of the biggest names from various industries, which included Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant, and Anand Piramal. The concert was very huge, with many videos of the event going viral on social media, capturing electrifying atmosphere and excitement at the concert.
One of the high points of the concert was when Dua Lipa sang a mashup of her song “Levitating” and the Bollywood song Woh Ladki Jo Sabse Alag Hai. The mashup, designed by Ruchir Kulkarni, was already viral on social media and did not disappoint when performed live. Suhana Khan, daughter of Shah Rukh Khan, and others could not contain themselves and posted videos of the performance on social media.
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Abhijeet Bhattacharya's Disappointment: A Call for Recognition
Despite the widespread appreciation, singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, who originally sang “Woh Ladki Jo,” expressed his disappointment over the lack of credit given to the original artists. On his Instagram stories, Abhijeet shared multiple posts highlighting how the song was being credited primarily to Shah Rukh Khan and not to the singers or the composer, Anu Malik.
In Defense of Musicians: The Bhattacharyas Speak Out
Abhijeet’s son, Jay Bhattacharya, also took to social media to voice his concerns. He emphasized that the appreciation should extend to the artists who contributed to the song’s success, not just the actors featured in the music video. Jay’s post read, “I’m sure when @dualipa heard this song she must have heard it and not seen it and not appreciated the man that has sung this song and yes it is not SRK.” Abhijeet reshared this post, further asserting the need for recognition of the musicians behind the song.
In his Instagram stories, Abhijeet has said, “The song is a hit and popular because of legends like Abhijeet and Anu Malik! ” He expressed his discomfort over the lack of acknowledgement for the singers, highlighting that the song’s magic was due to their soulful rendition.
Abhijeet adds, “The issue is that no one discusses the matter. What happened to ‘Woh Ladki Jo’ by Abhijeet? Sadly, we reside in a country where not even a single news portal or an Instagram page has uttered the voice and the artistes behind this song. Why is it always about actors in this country?”
Abhijeet's Frustration: A Wake-Up Call for the Industry
Abhijeet’s frustration is a symptom of a larger problem in the Indian entertainment industry. The voices and composers behind the songs are not recognized, while the media and the audience are concerned with the actors. The sentiments of Abhijeet resonate with many artists who feel underappreciated despite their significant contributions to the music industry.
It included quite a few personalities, such as Namrata Shirodkar and her daughter Sitara, Ranvir Shorey with his son, and Neha Sharma along with her sister. Their presence added the glitter to the event, but the music and the performance were the real heroes. The mashup performance that had been initially welcomed soon came up as a point of debate over artistes’ identification.
From ‘Levitating x Woh Ladki Jo’ to Global Hits: The Art of Musical Fusion
Mashups are one of the modern popular ways to mix cultures and genres of music and produce experiences that people never forget. This can be witnessed through “Levitating x Woh Ladki Jo”, and it is seen that through music, there are chances of bringing together diverse populations of people, which at some points also creates issues when no one gives proper credits for the work. Case Study: Dua Lipa’s Tribute to Indian Music
In paying homage to India’s great musical culture, Dua Lipa added an Indian song to her show. Her performance was lauded by the fans, but also brought about a topic regarding the identification of original creators. The need to appreciate and celebrate the creators behind the music should be addressed as such situations continue to emerge.
Mashup Magic: Bridging the Gap Between Global and Local Sounds
Abhijeet Bhattacharya’s reaction to the mashup performance is a call for change in the industry. It calls for a more inclusive approach to give recognition and appreciation to all those who contribute to a song’s success. The more the industry changes, the more singers, composers, and other artists need credit for their work.
Conclusion The night was filled with music, celebration, and cultural fusion at Dua Lipa’s concert in Mumbai. A mashup performance of “Levitating x Woh Ladki Jo” created a viral storm, giving way to the debate on recognition for artists. Abhijeet Bhattacharya’s reaction highlights a grave concern in the industry, asking for greater recognition of the actual talent behind the music. In this continued conversation, it is important to remember and celebrate the artists who create the melodies that touch our hearts.
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