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Sonu Nigam and Devrishi reunite for civic pride 'Halla Bol'
The song was created and composed by Devrishi, the composer-philosopher formerly known as Rishikesh Pandey, who has been the creative soul behind all of Indore's Swachhta songs since 2016 read more When India's cleanest city needed its boldest anthem yet, legendary singer Sonu Nigam and sonic visionary Devrishi delivered. As Indore clinched the Swachh Survekshan title for a record eighth time, the heart of the celebration beat to a powerful new song: 'Halla Bol – Swachhta ka Sirmaur Indore.' Far from being just another awareness jingle, 'Halla Bol' is a sonic statement—part tribute, part transformation. The anthem fuses nostalgia and newness by echoing the legendary 2016 track 'Ho Halla', which once redefined civic engagement in Indore. Now, nearly a decade later, its spirit returns in a bigger, more powerful form. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The Voice of Change: From Shaan to Sonu While singer Shaan had become the beloved voice of Indore's earlier anthems—'Ho Halla', 'Ho Halla Again', and 'Hai Halla'—this year's challenge called for a deeper emotional resonance. Recognizing the moment's gravity, Additional Commissioner Abhilash Mishra proposed the name of Sonu Nigam, whose voice could evoke both reverence and rhythm. The song was created and composed by Devrishi, the composer-philosopher formerly known as Rishikesh Pandey, who has been the creative soul behind all of Indore's Swachhta songs since 2016. 'This wasn't just about a song—it was about cultural memory,' says Devrishi. 'We wanted to bring back the emotional pulse of 'Ho Halla' while infusing it with renewed pride and collective spirit.' Crafting the Anthem: Sonic Memory Meets Social Message The title 'Halla Bol' was chosen to maintain continuity with the original 'Ho Halla' campaign. But the citizens of Indore had voted in a tagline—'Swachhta ka Sirmaur' (The Crown of Cleanliness)—during a citywide contest. The Mayor's wish was to integrate public sentiment into the song, and thus, the full title was born. Musically, Devrishi resurrected familiar lyrical threads: 'Gali gali aur mohalla, karte karte ho halla… Swachhta ke doot banke hum chale ghar ghar mohalla' — a callback to the original anthem, now reimagined in Nigam's rich, emotive voice. Initially, Sonu Nigam thought it might be a routine government campaign song. But as Devrishi played the melody in the studio, the celebrated singer immersed himself in its soul, offering multiple takes with variations and heartfelt improvisations. 'This is different,' Sonu reportedly said. 'It makes you feel proud to be part of something larger.' A Music Video for the People The accompanying video moves away from glamour and focuses on everyday heroes: sanitation workers, children, common citizens. 'We wanted to celebrate the real faces of this movement,' says Devrishi. 'Those who rise before the city does and clean its streets with silent dignity.' Shot across Indore's neighborhoods, the video features people lip-syncing the anthem, waving flags, and applauding safai karmacharis. It's a rare example of civic art where administration meets aesthetics, policy meets poetry. Devrishi: The Mystic Composer of Civic Sound With a career that bridges ad-filmmaking, devotional music, and now, sonic philosophy, Devrishi has redefined how music can influence public behavior. From 'More Raipur' with Javed Ali to 'Swachhta ki Rajdhani' for Bhopal, his city-centric anthems have sparked musical revolutions across India. But it's Indore where his legacy stands tallest. With every win, he gave the city a new song. And with 'Halla Bol', he's not just celebrating another trophy—but sculpting a cultural memory that will outlast the rankings.
New Indian Express
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- New Indian Express
The Age of Metal
The Delhi chronicles If anything other than Linkin Park brought the band members together, then that is the city of Delhi. 'We grew up in the city, and it contributed a lot to who we are today. Hence, we decided to pay our homage to the city. It is a city of hearts, it is a city of resilience,' says Kerr. All the eight songs from the new album are hard-hitting, realistic, and showcase the tremendous resilience of the human self. The title song, 'Nu Delhi', talks about the 'wildness' of the city, where everyone has to compete and fight hard to earn their place here. 'Delhi is wild, Delhi is crazy. But its big heart will only shower love if you get over the initial challenges that the city throws at you. So you need to stand on your feet and show it some respect. It makes you who you are,' says Kerr. The other songs of the album also talk about local and universal human problems. 'The song 'Halla Bol' explores the resilience of those who have endured colonialism and, more broadly, those who have triumphed over all kinds of oppression. In 'Dagebaaz', we highlight how powerful people manipulate the powerless, and despite that, the latter rally behind them. So we are talking about a problem that exists worldwide and what we know from our experience.' The album also introspects the deep relationship human beings have with basic needs like food. In its song, 'Tadka', the band sings—'Nana always said, if you wanna make it big/ you better be fully fed/ so, I always did.' 'Food is an essential part of human existence, and Delhi food is special. It makes you strong and prepares you for further challenges. So, why not a song on that?' notes Kerr.
NDTV
18-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
"Just Being Good At Cricket...": Rahul Dravid's Big Message Goes Viral
Understand your own self and unlock the maximum potential you have as a cricketer, is former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid's mantra for all those aspiring to take up the sport professionally. Dravid, who is working with Rajasthan Royals in IPL during the ongoing season after guiding India to T20 World Cup triumph, spoke to 'JioHotstar' during an episode of 'Halla Bol'. "Just being good at cricket and just practising cricket will off course get you certain distance but the really good players, great players that I have had the privilege of working with or sharing dressing room with, one of the common things I see in all of them is that they truly know who they are as people," Dravid, India's second highest scorer in Test cricket said. "I think if you know who are as a person and grow as a person, you give yourself the best chance to maximise your potential," he added. The gift of sporting talent can only take a person that far, feels Dravid. "...you have been given a talent to become the best cricketer you can be, you also need to grow as a person and you need to understand yourself as a person both on and off the field to maximise your potential," Dravid said in the video. He made it clear that he doesn't believe in comparisons. "It's individual, you can't judge yourself with other people, compare yourself with other people. Your job is to get the best out of yourself and the gifts you have been given and that will only come with growing both as a cricketer on the field but growing as a person off it as well," said Dravid.
News18
18-05-2025
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- News18
Rahul Dravid Shares Secret To Success In Cricket: 'Self-Understanding And Growth'
Last Updated: Rahul Dravid emphasizes self-awareness and personal growth for aspiring cricketers, believing it maximizes potential. He shared insights on 'JioHotstar' during 'Halla Bol'. Understand your own self and unlock the maximum potential you have as a cricketer, is former India captain and head coach Rahul Dravid's mantra for all those aspiring to take up the sport professionally. Dravid, who is working with Rajasthan Royals in IPL during the ongoing season after guiding India to T20 World Cup triumph, spoke to 'JioHotstar' during an episode of 'Halla Bol'. 'Just being good at cricket and just practising cricket will off course get you certain distance but the really good players, great players that I have had the privilege of working with or sharing dressing room with, one of the common things I see in all of them is that they truly know who they are as people," Dravid, India's second highest scorer in Test cricket said. 'I think if you know who are as a person and grow as a person, you give yourself the best chance to maximise your potential," he added. The gift of sporting talent can only take a person that far, feels Dravid. '…you have been given a talent to become the best cricketer you can be, you also need to grow as a person and you need to understand yourself as a person both on and off the field to maximise your potential," Dravid said in the video. He made it clear that he doesn't believe in comparisons. 'It's individual, you can't judge yourself with other people, compare yourself with other people. Your job is to get the best out of yourself and the gifts you have been given and that will only come with growing both as a cricketer on the field but growing as a person off it as well," said Dravid. (This story has not been edited by News18 staff and is published from a syndicated news agency feed - PTI) First Published: May 18, 2025, 10:38 IST
