Kangana Ranaut launches music album of Emergency at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya

September 2, 2024

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Kangana Ranaut with G.V. Prakash Kumar, lyricist Manoj Muntashir and Arko Pravo Mukherjee. Photo: Tree-Shul Media

Kangana Ranaut recently launched the music album of her film, Emergency, at the Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya (museum commemorating India’s prime ministers) in New Delhi. The album, composed by G.V. Prakash Kumar and Arko Pravo Mukherjee with lyrics by Manoj Muntashir, captures the essence of the 1970s.

It features Singhasan khali karo, a commanding anthem sung by Udit Narayan, Nakash Aziz and Nakul Abhyankar, which has already struck a chord with listeners. Other notable songs include the heart-touching Ae meri jaan by Hariharan, the rousing battle-cry Shankhnaad kar featuring Nakul Abhyankar, Neeti Mohan and Romy, the melodious Beqarariyaan by Monali Thakur and Sarkar ko salaam hai, sung by Sree Ram Chandra. Each song is crafted to reflect the film’s themes of power, resistance and the human spirit, making the soundtrack a compelling companion to the story of Emergency.

Kangana expressed, “Launching the album at Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, a tribute to India’s prime ministers, is an honor. With each song, we revisit history, celebrate courage and honor the nation’s spirit. I thank the artistes for making this soundtrack extraordinary.”

G.V. Prakash Kumar added, “Composing for Emergency was a rewarding journey. The music embodies the spirit of an era of political upheaval and emotion, serving as a powerful narrative that captures the essence of those times.”

Written and directed by Kangana Ranaut, Emergency co-stars Anupam Kher, Mahima Chaudhary, Milind Soman, Shreyas Talpade, Vishak Nair and the late Satish Kaushik in pivotal roles. Produced by Zee Studios and Manikarnika Films, the film’s score is by Sanchit Balhara and G.V. Prakash Kumar with screenplay and dialogues by Ritesh Shah.

The film will not release as earlier slated on September 5 because Sikh organizations across India are demanding a ban on the film, claiming it misrepresents their community and distorts history. Quipped Kangana, “My film is also facing an Emergency!”