Vicky Kaushal narrates the essence of Chhaava at music launch; A R Rahman provides live background score; music maestro remarks, “You come from Punjab, I come from Chennai and we have made a film on a Maratha king” : Bollywood News

The music launch of Chhaava was held in style at the iconic Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre in Mumbai and was attended by Vicky Kaushal, Rashmika Mandanna, director Laxman Utekar, producer Dinesh Vijan and music maestro A R Rahman. A R Rahman and his team performed on all the songs of the film and moreover, the interaction that he had with Vicky in between was also a major highlight of the evening.

Vicky Kaushal narrates the essence of Chhaava at music launch; A R Rahman provides live background score; music maestro remarks, “You come from Punjab, I come from Chennai and we have made a film on a Maratha king”

The host called Vicky Kaushal and A R Rahman on the stage. A R Rahman was asked to be on the piano and Vicky was handed over the microphone. Vicky wondered if he would be asked to sing and quipped, “If I sing today, all the marketing campaign and promotional plans (would go down the drain)!”

Soon, the host revealed what was expected from the actor. Vicky Kaushal was asked to speak about the essence of Chhaava while A R Rahman provided live music to his words. Both obliged. Vicky mouthed famous dialogues from the film and it made for a great impact.

After the performance was done, Vicky Kaushal said, “These 2 minutes were probably one of the most monumental parts of my entire life, and not just my professional life. Thank you Rahman sir for making movies magical for all of us. His music is always global and yet, it has mitti ki khushoo. I don’t know how he does that. Nevertheless, we are indebted to you for the magic you create.”

He added, “As an actor, I was hoping that I’ll get an opportunity wherein my film has a slate which says ‘Music by A R Rahman’!” There was loud applause at this point.

Vicky Kaushal then told the attendees, “I hope and pray from the bottom of my heart that when you come to watch the film on March 14, you don’t remember us or the hard work that we have put in. But you just soak in the glory of Chhatrapati Sambhaji Maharaj in your hearts and soul because it’s important to keep him alive.”

At this point, A R Rahman remarked, “It’s an amazing combination. You come from Punjab, I come from Chennai and we have made a film on a Maratha king!”

Chhaava releases in cinemas on February 14.

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