Vishal Dadlani: The DDLJ Musical Embraces Indian Heritage
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Synopsis
Vishal Dadlani celebrates India's rich heritage in the upcoming musical 'Come Fall In Love—The DDLJ Musical.' With its title track released, the musical aims to resonate with diverse audiences by showcasing the beauty of Indian culture and tradition.
Key Takeaways
- Vishal Dadlani emphasizes India's vibrant culture.
- The musical is directed by Aditya Chopra.
- Come Fall In Love is a nostalgic tribute to Indian heritage.
- Musical premieres at Manchester Opera House.
- Features star performances from Jena Pandya and Ashley Day.
Mumbai, April 16 (NationPress) As the much-anticipated musical Come Fall In Love—The DDLJ Musical approaches its premiere, production house Yash Raj Films has unveiled the title track, ‘Come Fall In Love’, performed by the renowned music duo Vishal-Sheykhar.
Vishal Dadlani expressed that the musical is a heartfelt tribute to India's culture, tradition, and all the elements that make India cherished worldwide.
He stated, “Come Fall In Love—The DDLJ Musical honors India’s culture, tradition, and everything that makes India beloved. Collaborating on this musical has been an immensely rewarding experience.”
Regarding the title track, Vishal aimed to evoke a profound sense of nostalgia for those with “roots in India” while simultaneously introducing audiences in the West to the rich heritage of India, reflected in its food, music, cinema, and culture.
He added that Nell Benjamin crafted the song as an exuberant celebration of India, highlighting its essence beyond mere colors and festivals—the true spirit of India lives within her people. It fills me with joy to see this sentiment so beautifully represented in our song.”
“Come Fall In Love is a musical created with immense passion and is designed to resonate with a varied audience. The title track is merely a glimpse of what awaits you.”
Directed by Aditya Chopra, ‘Come Fall in Love - The DDLJ Musical’ is scheduled to debut in the UK at Manchester Opera House from May 29 to June 21.
This fresh musical comedy draws inspiration from the iconic film Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge (DDLJ), one of the greatest blockbusters in Indian cinema, starring Jena Pandya and Ashley Day as Simran and Roger, respectively.
Commenting on the song, Sheykhar Ravjiani shared, “I have relished every moment of crafting the music for 'Come Fall In Love - The DDLJ Musical', and I’m thankful to Aditya Chopra for bringing us on board for this project.”
Sheykhar emphasized the uniqueness of the song.
“I'm confident the audience will love it and that it will amplify their excitement for the show. This vibrant anthem encapsulates the beautiful essence of India and fosters a cross-cultural connection between East and West. It is bound to resonate with individuals from all walks of life!”
Sheykhar concluded, “I can wholeheartedly assert that we poured our hearts into this song, and if you wish to delve deeper into India and its lively culture, then attending Come Fall In Love—The DDLJ Musical is a must.”
