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Time of India
a day ago
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Saiyaara in Kishore Kumar's voice? AI cover breaks the internet and hearts
What happens when nostalgia meets next-gen tech? The internet gets a remix it didn't know it needed. A recent AI-generated rendition of Saiyaara — the heartbreak anthem from Mohit Suri 's latest blockbuster — has taken social media by storm. Recreated in the unmistakable voice of the late Kishore Kumar by musicians RJ Kisna and Anshuman Sharma, the track has struck a deep chord with fans of both old-school melody and modern-day digital wizardry. The reel, which mashes Kishore da's voice onto the contemporary ballad, is set against visuals from the 1981 Amitabh Bachchan-Parveen Babi starrer Kaalia . Posted with the caption 'If Saiyaara was a Kishore da song!', the video instantly went viral. Viewers flooded the comments section with praise, calling the version 'more soulful than the original' and 'too good to be true.' One fan wrote, 'This is more soothing… loving this version,' while another cheekily added, 'Bro, original se 1000000000% better hai.' The original Saiyaara is no underdog. Sung by indie sensation Faheem Abdullah and written by Irshad Kamil, it has already become a cultural phenomenon. The AI cover, though unofficial, has re-energized the song's presence in a whole new demographic — those who grew up on the golden era of Hindi music. Comments poured in demanding full versions, Spotify releases, and even AI covers featuring Mohammad Rafi. 'It's like eating chicken biryani on a plastic plate,' one user said, 'The voice is too grand for the song. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like The Most Beautiful Women In The World Undo ' Another fan quipped, 'Using AI the right way — this is magic.' While the AI cover has charmed the internet, it also raises questions around the ethics of digitally recreating voices of legends no longer with us. Is it homage or overreach? For now, fans are happy to live in this moment of retro-meets-reel magic. As one Instagram user summed it up: 'Ye sunke londe royenge.' Judging by the comments, they already are.
News18
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- News18
Saiyaara In Kishore Kumar's Voice? AI Version Makes Fans Say ‘Better Than Original'
A fan also shared that the AI version of the song seemed original, while the actual track from the film sounded like a remake of this one. Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda's Saiyaara has become a hot topic of discussion among movie buffs. The romantic drama has been making waves ever since it was released in theatres. Whether it's the storyline, the impressive performances of the cast, or the mesmerising soundtrack, everything has struck a chord with the audience. Saiyaara received so much love from the audience that its title track now sits at the top on Spotify's Global Viral chart, with many on social media taking this as an opportunity to share reels on the song. Among all the clips, one that quickly garnered much attention on social media was posted by two musicians, who recreated Saiyaara's title song, adding a surprising twist to it. With the help of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the duo recreated the song in a way that makes it sound as if the legendary singer Kishore Kumar has actually lent his voice to the modern-day song. And to make it more believable and realistic, they even used the song over a dance sequence from the film Kaalia, featuring Amitabh Bachchan and Parveen Babi. The video perfectly blends with the edited audio. Sharing the video, they wrote in the caption, 'If Saiyaara was a Kishore da song!" Internet Reaction To Kishore Kumar Version Of Saiyaara's Title Track Within no time, the video raked in over 9 million views, and it didn't take long for the Internet to express its fondness for the AI version of Saiyaara's title track. They were in awe of how seamlessly the old and the new worlds came together, sounding perfect. One user said, 'Kishore Da's voice can make anything banger." Another added, 'This version is better than the original." A different user asked them to release the full version, writing, 'Please release a full version on platforms like YouTube Music or Spotify, pretty please. I am so deeply in love with this." Someone else penned, 'Seems like this is the original one, and in Saiyaara, it's the remake." What Is Saiyaara's Box Office Collection? Released on July 18, Saiyaara, directed by Mohit Suri, has earned over Rs 248 crore in India to date. The romantic drama, backed by Yash Raj Films, collected Rs 326 worldwide, surpassing the collections of recent releases like Sitaare Zameen Par, Raid 2 and Housefull 5. Saiyaara is now the second-highest grosser in India, trailing only behind Vicky Kaushal and Rashmika Mandanna's Chhaava, which was released in February this year. view comments First Published: July 28, 2025, 12:22 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
Indian Express
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
‘Better than original': Musician uses AI to recreate ‘Saiyaara' title song in Kishore Kumar's voice, netizens react
Mohit Suri's directorial Saiyaara has created a massive buzz among cinephiles, with fans recreating its songs and scenes on social media. Starring Ahaan Panday and Aneet Padda, Saiyaara's title track is now number 1 on Spotify's Global Viral chart. As the Instagram feed continues to dominate with reels around the movie, a video of two musicians using artificial intelligence (AI) to recreate the title song in Kishore Kumar's voice is winning plaudits. The viral video features RJ Kisna and musician Anshuman Sharma recreating Saiyaara with a whole new feel that resonated with several social media users. The edited video also features a song sequence from Amitabh Bachchan and Praveen Babi's movie, Kaalia. Sharing the video, Sharma wrote, 'If Saiyaara was a Kishore da song!' Watch here: A post shared by Rj Kisna (@rjkisnaa) The video quickly gained traction, with over six million views. Numerous social media users hailed the artistes for the recreation. 'Brilliant stuff brothers need full version,' a user wrote. 'Damn! The original seems to be a remake now!' another user commented. 'It is so refreshing to listen to these melodies in retro feel,' a third user reacted. 'Better than the original song,' a fourth user commented. Meanwhile, the film's net total in India now stands at Rs 217.25 crore, while it collected Rs 281.75 crore worldwide, according to industry tracker Sacnilk. With Saiyaara surpassing Aamir Khan's Sitaare Zameen Par, Ajay Devgn's Raid 2, and Akshay Kumar's Housefull 5, the Mohit Suri directorial has now emerged as the second-highest domestic grosser in India, trailing only behind Vicky Kaushal's Chhaava. Produced by Yash Raj Films, Saiyaara hit the silver screen on July 18.
India Today
09-07-2025
- Entertainment
- India Today
Akash Deep: India's silent sniper who deserved Edgbaston's crown
In the iconic Bollywood film Sholay, when Kaalia and his two accomplices raid Ramgarh, Thakur Baldev Singh asks them to leave, warning of dire consequences. When the cocky dacoits ask who will stop them from extorting villagers, Thakur points at Jai and Veeru, the guns he has hired."Bas do (only two)," Kaalia smirks."Tumhare liye kaafi hain (enough for you)," Thakur snarls through clenched This iconic exchange resonates deeply with India's historic 336-run victory at Edgbaston in July 2025, where the Indian cricket team faced a formidable challenge akin to stopping Gabbar Singh and his men in their own Ramgarh of EdgbastonEdgbaston in July 2025 was cricket's Ramgarh—Gabbar's playground—where India had never won in eight previous Tests, its flat pitch as docile as the villagers ready to surrender before the track, devoid of grass or seam movement, offered perfect conditions for plundering Bazballers-Ben Duckett, Joe Root, Ollie Pope, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes, and Jamie Smith-strode in with the swagger of Kaalia's accomplices, ready to feast on India's depleted bowling arsenal. Without Bumrah, India's premier pacer, the question loomed large: Who would stop these marauders? The answer, in Sholay's prophetic wisdom, was simple: "Just two." Akash and Siraj, India's guns, were very little support, these two conjured magic where none seemed possible. Akash Deep, like Jai, led the charge with his relentless accuracy, while Mohammad Siraj, the fiery counterpart reminiscent of Veeru, complemented him with raw aggression. Together, they claimed 17 of England's 20 wickets, knocking the English out in their own Veeru's boisterous bravado in Sholay, Siraj brought fire to the attack, claiming 7 wickets with his relentless pace and verbal sparring. His fiery spells, including key wickets like Zak Crawley and Ben Stokes, pushed England back in the first Silent SniperBut it was Akash Deep's 10/187-4/88 in the first innings and 6/99 in the second-that turned the tide, proving he was the linchpin of India's triumph. He dismantled key batsmen, including seven wickets from England's top order, with skiddy seamers and four bowled dismissals. His early strikes on Day 4, removing Duckett and Root, unsettled the enemy, ruling out an English victory. On Day 5, his dismissals of Pope and Brook in quick succession ensured England's hopes of a draw his first Test in England without prior county cricket experience, he adapted swiftly to alien conditions, exploiting minimal seam movement with relentless accuracy. He induced 61 false shots in 254 balls-one every 4.2 balls compared to the match average of 6.6-demonstrating his ability to create chances where none existed. Akash Deep skidded through England with ruthless precision (Reuters Photo) His heroics are amplified by the immense pressure he faced. Stepping in Jasprit Bumrah's shoes, he carried few expectations but the burden of past failures at Edgbaston. Critics questioned the decision to rest Bumrah, but he silenced them with a performance that rivaled India's Real HeroBeyond the numbers, Akash Deep's performance was imbued with profound personal significance. He revealed post-match that he played with the knowledge that his elder sister was battling cancer, dedicating his heroics to her. "Her face was in my mind with every delivery," he said, fueling his relentless drive. This personal hardship, coupled with the professional challenge of leading without Bumrah, elevated his effort beyond mere cricketing Shubman Gill's 430 runs set up India's commanding total of 587 and a target of 608, the match's outcome hinged on bowling England out. Gill's runs were crucial on a placid track, but they came when the ball had lost its shine, the sun was shining, and England's bowling-already depleted by retirements and injuries-was resilient first innings of 407, despite benign conditions once the ball aged, showed they could counter India's batting might. It was Akash Deep's wickets, alongside Siraj's fiery contribution, that ensured England collapsed to 271 in their second innings. His performance shifted the narrative, proving that bowlers, often overshadowed by batters in modern cricket, can be the true Deep was the real hero of the Edgbaston Test in July 2025, not because he outscored others but because he outfought them. His relentless bowling, emotional resilience, and ability to rise above personal and professional challenges make a compelling case for him as the true Player of the the Player of the Match award eluded Akash Deep, his Edgbaston heroics will echo through cricketing lore, much like Jai's silent valour in triumph will forever bear Akash Deep's mark. In Ramgarh's dust or Edgbaston's green, heroes like Akash Deep remind us that two can indeed be enough.- EndsYou May Also Like
Indian Express
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Amitabh Bachchan feels ‘mountains of pride' as Abhishek Bachchan earns praise for Kaalidhar Laapata: ‘With the mountains of praise…'
Amitabh Bachchan never shies away from expressing his admiration and pride for son Abhishek Bachchan on social media. The heaps of praise coming in for Abhishek's performance in Madhumita's coming-of-age film Kaalidhar Laapata has particularly impressed Amitabh, who admits his heart is now filled with 'mountains of pride.' On Saturday, Amitabh took to his X handle and wrote, 'With the mountains of praise coming for Abhishek and the film Kaalidhar Laapata .. mountains of pride fill my heart and mind for my SON.' Earlier in the day, Amitabh shared a compliment for Abhishek that he received from his longtime associate Tinnu Anand, who has directed Amitabh in films like Kaalia (1981), Shahenshah (1988), Main Azad Hoon (1989), and Major Saab (1998). 'When someone of the eminence of dear friend and my Director, Tinnu Anand sends this , it says more than just words .. my gratitude (folded hands emoji). Sirjee, As I don't have Abhisheks number could u pls congratulate him from my side, He is absolutely brilliant in Kaalidhar Lapata,' Amitabh wrote on X. He's also been sharing fans' and publications' positive reviews of Abhishek's performance in Kaalidhar Laapata. Kaalidhar Laapata is the official Hindi remake of Madhumita's 2019 Tamil dramedy K.D. It stars Abhishek Bachchan as the eldest of a family, who's abandoned by his family members at the Kumbh mela following his bout with a mental illness. He finds an unlikely associate in an orphaned child, Ballu, who makes him rediscover himself. The film also stars Mohammed Zeeshan Ayyub, and features Nimrat Kaur in a guest appearance. It's streaming on ZEE5. Earlier this week, Abhishek completed 25 years in the film industry, since his debut film, JP Dutta's 2000 romantic drama Refugee. On the occasion, Amitabh reposted a fan's showreel of Abhishek's performances and wrote on X, 'Is Variety ko mein pranam karta hoon, aur apne putra ki sarahna karta hoon. Jee haan, pita hoon main uska, aur mere liye mera putra Abhishek sarahna karne yogya hai (I bow to this variety and I praise my son. Yes, I'm his father, and for me my son Abhishek is worthy of praise).' Last month, Amitabh Bachchan penned a heartfelt note on his personal blog, admiring Abhishek Bachchan for daring to choose challenging films and roles. 'Each role he has accepted and played has been with immense dedication .. he has ever delivered the character to perfection .. his choice of films and roles has guided him to give him opportunity to try something different,' it read. Also Read — Abhishek Bachchan on 25 years of Refugee: 'Kareena Kapoor and I were locked into projector room because audience got to know we're visiting the theatre' This month also marks 20 years of Amitabh Bachchan and Abhishek Bachchan working together for the first time in Ram Gopal Varma's 2005 political thriller Sarkar. 'Sarkar was the first time I faced the camera with my father, although Bunty Aur Babli released first. Right before we left for the outdoor shoot for Bunty Aur Babli in Varanasi, we shot for six days for Sarkar in Mumbai. Facing the camera with him for the first time was terrifying,' Abhishek recalled in a recent interview with SCREEN.
