Dhagala Lagali Kala
| "Dhagala Lagali Kala" | |
|---|---|
| Song by Mahendra Kapoor, Usha Mangeshkar | |
| from the album Bot Lavin Tithe Gudgulya | |
| Language | Marathi |
| Released | 1978 |
| Genre | |
| Length | 5:25 |
| Label | Saregama India Limited |
| Composer(s) | Raamlaxman |
| Lyricist(s) | Dada Kondke |
| Producer(s) | Raamlaxman[2] |
| Music video | |
| Dhagala Lagali Kala – Lyrical video on YouTube | |
"Dhagala Lagali Kala"[a] is an Indian Marathi-language song from the soundtrack of Bot Lavin Tithe Gudgulya. Sung by Mahendra Kapoor and Usha Mangeshkar, the song was originally performed by Dada Kondke,[3] who also wrote the lyrics, with music composed by Raamlaxman. The track features Dada Kondke and Usha Chavan. It is known for its double entendre lyrics, became a huge hit and remains a well-known dance anthem.[4]
Development
The inspiration for the song struck Dada Kondke during a hunting expedition in the Radhanagari Wildlife Sanctuary.[5]
He observed a solitary black cloud in the sky, which began to release a light drizzle. The tranquil scene and the rhythmic sound of the rain inspired him to write the song, capturing the serene atmosphere and the gentle fall of the rain.[5]
Other versions
A remix version of the song with the same title was featured in Dream Girl, starring Ayushmann Khurrana, Nushrratt Bharuccha, and Riteish Deshmukh (in a guest appearance).[6][7] The remix, composed by the Meet Bros, who also provided vocals alongside Mika Singh and Jyotica Tangri, was part of the film's soundtrack.[8]
However, the situation escalated when Saregama India, the copyright holder of the original song, filed a petition against the version used in Dream Girl. As a result, the Delhi High Court imposed restrictions on the film's makers, prohibiting them from using any part of the original track. The court further ordered the removal of the promotional song, "Dhagala Lagali Kala," from all digital platforms due to copyright violations.[9]
The song also remade in 2001 in Telugu film Murari as "Dum Dum Dum", sung by Shankar Mahadevan and written by Veturi.
Notes
- ^ The song is also referred to as "Var Dhagala Lagali Kala" or in its longer version, "Var Dhagala Lagali Kala Pani Themb Themb Gala."
References
- ^ "Dream Girl song Dhagala Lagali Kala removed from YouTube after Delhi HC order over copyright violations". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Var Dhagala Lagali Kal - Mahendra Kapoor & Usha Mangeshkar: Song Lyrics, Music Videos & Concerts". Shazam. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ Paik, Shailaja (25 October 2022). The Vulgarity of Caste: Dalits, Sexuality, and Humanity in Modern India. Stanford University Press. ISBN 978-1-5036-3409-1.
- ^ "Top 10 double meaning songs". The Times of India. 8 August 2014. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Dada Kondke Songs Songadya :दादांना राधानगरीच्या जंगलात सुचलं 'वर ढगाळ लागली कळं…". ittsmajja.com (in Marathi). 10 May 2023. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Dream Girl song Dhagala Lagali: Riteish Deshmushk, Ayushmann Khurrana serve a perfect festival track". Firstpost. 27 August 2019. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "'Dream Girl' song 'Dhagala Lagali': Riteish Deshmukh joins Ayushmann Khurrana and Nushrat Bharucha in foot-tapping track". DNA India. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Get ready to groove on 'Dhagala Lagali' from 'Dream Girl'". Business Standard. 27 August 2019. Retrieved 30 November 2024.
- ^ "Ayushmann Khurrana starrer Dream Girl song 'Dhagala Lagali Kala' pulled down from digital platforms after court order". Bollywood Hungama. 23 September 2019. Retrieved 11 November 2024.