Music Review: Ivan Megharoopan

Just when I thought Thalsamayam Oru Penkutty was spectacular enough, composer Sharreth ups the ante with Ivan Megharoopan, an epitome of a soundtrack that further cements his position as a composer for quality music. The folk track Aande Londe is plain stunning, in addition to the fact that actor Remya Nambeesan does a marvelous job of crooning the song. A Sharreth - K. S. Chithra combination never seems to have a misstep and Vishukili (in two versions) proves the fact once again - beautiful instrumentals and wonderful vocals from the Chinna Kuyil all work to create a melodious symphony. Anuragini, with a spotless rendition by K. J. Yesudas, is a delight, while Shweta Mohan is brilliant in Nisha Surabhi, along with the flute that's employed to great effect.

The two short traditional compositions Yahi Madhva and Maya Gopabala (with the sewing machine in the background?), sung by Ria Raju, offer a fab listen as is the case with the lullaby'ish and rustic Innale (Sunitha Nedungadi). O! Marimayan is a winner all the way, the lively conversational style nicely done by Krishnachandran and Mridula Warrier. The Tamil song Nee Thane is noteworthy for its Ilaiyaraaja styled backgrounds, and the singers Delhi Prakash and Anjana do their part exceptionally well. Ivan Megharoopan sees Sharreth in consummate form and is a perfect aural treat!