Young Malang

Young Malang

Young Malang film poster
Directed by Rajdeep Singh
Produced by Rahulinder Singh Sidhu
Screenplay by
Story by Manshendra Kailey
Starring
Music by
  • Gurmeet Singh
  • Vicky Hoshiarpur
  • Gurmoh
Cinematography Anshul Chobey
Edited by Omkarnath Bagadi
Production
company
  • RSG Studios Pvt. Ltd.
  • Glimpse Motion Pictures
Distributed by Surya Basic Brother
Release dates
  • 20 September 2013
Running time
 140 minutes
Country India
Language Punjabi
Budget INR40 million (US$630,000)

Young Malang is a 2013 Punjabi language Indian romantic comedy film written by Manshendra Kailey, directed by Rajdeep Singh, and produced by Rahulinder Singh Sidhu.[1] The film stars Yuvraj Hans, Neetu Singh, Vinaypal Buttar, Anita Kailey, Balli Riar and Anjana Sukhani, and debuted 20 September 2013.[2][3][4][5][6] Singers Mika, Javed Ali, Shafqat Amanat Ali and three actors in the movie, Yuvraj Hans, Balli Riar and Vinaypal Buttar, have sung the songs in the flick.[7] The film marks singer Balli Riar's debut in Punjabi films.[8]

Cast

Production

It was announced in April 2013 that filming had commenced and would continue on primary locations in Chandigarh, Zirakpur, Kasauli, Himachal Pradesh,[9] with some shooting taking place in Italy.[7] Producer Rahulinder Singh Sidhu, who made a career change from politics to film production with this project,[10] explained the spirit behind the film's name, stating "It's not just a title; it's a state of mind. Those who are young will relate to it and those who are not so young will be able to take a nostalgic trip down the memory lane".[11]

Music

The songs of this film were sang by Mika, Javed Ali, Shafqat Amanat Ali, Sonu Kakkar, and J Riaz, along with the songs by the heroes of the film Yuvraj Hans, Balli Riar & Vinaypal Buttar. Young Malang introduced the trio of Raptilez 1O1, the Punjabi Rap Group that "rocked the nation" with their appearance on India's Got Talent.[12][13]

Soundtrack

  1. Young Malang, Singer: Mika Singh, Lyricist: Diljit Singh[14]
  2. Chori Chori, Singer': Javed Ali, Lyricist: Rajdeep Singh[14]
  3. Hawa Vich Mehkan, Singer: Vinaypal Buttar, Lyricist: Vinaypal Buttar[14]
  4. Ishq Di Kitaab, Singer: Gurmeet Singh, Lyricist: Sandeep Singh[14]
  5. Sapno Ka Saya, Singers: Vicky Bhoi, Yuvraj Hans , Vinaypal Buttar, Raptilez 1O1, Lyricist: Gurjinder Dhillon, Raptilez 1O1[14]
  6. Rabb Janda Hai, Singer: J Riaz, Lyricist: Gurjeet Khosa[14]
  7. Ishq Di Kitaab, Singer: Navraj Hans, Lyricist: Sandeep Singh[14]
  8. Doli, Singer: Vicky Bhoi, Lyricist: Gurjinder Dhillon[14]
  9. Preetma, Singers: Vicky Bhoi, Shallu Jain, Lyricist: Prem Chand[14]

Reception

The first review to come out for the film was mixed where the reviewer gave the film 3 stars. The reviewer wrote "Technically, the film will surprise you", offering that the film was "on par with any Bollywood film". They noted that the film's producer, "has left no stone unturned in giving the film a grand look and together as a team, producer and director have employed some of the best technicians for the film." The reviewer concluded, "Overall, Very Good!"[2]

References

  1. ↑ Singh, Neetu (6 June 2013). "Young Malang to release in September". Times of India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 Bathh, Bikram (20 September 2013). "Movie Review - Young Malang". Cine Punjab. Retrieved 20 September 2013.
  3. ↑ staff (19 September 2013). "Young Malang is a fun movie for youngsters, says cast". Indian Express. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  4. ↑ Times News Network (19 September 2013). "Punjab politicians take a shine to films". Times of India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  5. ↑ Tribune News Service (10 September 2013). "Young Malangs’ date with students". Tribune India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  6. ↑ staff (16 September 2013). "Punjabi film Young Malang set to release on September 20". Tribune India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 HT Correspondent (2 May 2013). "Chacha Raunki Ram back again; dons a new avatar". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  8. ↑ Jaspreet, Times News Network (5 April 2013). "Balli says fans demand aggressive songs". Times of India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  9. ↑ Talwar, Disney Brar (3 April 2013). "3 for good luck". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  10. ↑ Singh, Manpriya (3 April 2013). "Young & carefree". Tribune India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  11. ↑ staff (3 April 2013). "Young & carefree". Tribune India. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  12. ↑ Kaur, Usmeet (8 September 2013). "Peppy notes for the young". Hindustan Times. Retrieved 19 September 2013.
  13. ↑ staff (16 September 2013). "Punjabi film Young Malang set to release on September 20". Tribune India. Retrieved 20 September 2013.
  14. ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 14.3 14.4 14.5 14.6 14.7 14.8 staff. "Smashits". Smashits. Retrieved 19 September 2013.

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