Pooja Bhatt has come a long way as a director from Paap to Jism 2. Her movies might not be hits at the box office on a regular basis but music has been her forte, just like has been the case with her illustrious dad. From introducing Rahat Fateh Ali Khan to discovering the Maldivian singer Unoosha to having faith in music composer Arko Pravo Mukherjee, she has done it all. Jism 2 builds on the same premise and showcases Pooja Bhatt's music sensibility. The album has six original tracks which resonate with the film's theme. What you get to hear is something sensual, emotional and of course, really enjoyable.
Album begins with Abhi Abhi, which sets the tone of the album. It's a heartfelt rendition sung by K.K. A comeback for the singer, it reminds of his claim to fame track - Pal. He has sung the song beautifully in his honest voice that goes with the theme of the movie. Lyrics are by Arko and he is successful in capturing the essence of a forlorn lover in the song.
Second version of the track is a duet by K.K. and Shreya Ghoshal. There is not much difference between the two other than the fact that Shreya joins in as well. Both the versions are soothing to ears and grow on the listener.
Bhatt Camp movies have a characteristic sound in their movies which resonates loneliness and inner depth of life. Yeh Kasoor is a song that reminds one of the same. Mithoon, who would be forever remembered for Maula Mere Maula (Anwar) amongst others, is the music composer here. He has captured the mood right in the song and has chosen apt vocals of Sonu Kakkar (of Babuji Zara Dheere Chalo fame). However she sings this one quite differently here and while she does well, one can't be sure if her vocals would really add on to the female protagonist (Sunny Leone).
The album moves ahead with the track Maula which is sung by Ali Azmat, lead vocalist of the Pakistani Band Junoon, and has lyrics and music by Arko Pravo Mukherjee. This song has certain melancholy, desperation and emptiness in it, which is conveyed by Ali's voice quite effectively, hence turning out to be a treat to ears. The song is picturised on Randeep Hooda and it is a very sincere effort by the actor as well. 'Maula' is sung on a very high note and does give goose bumps to the listener.
Next in the album is the title track Yeh Jism. It has been sung and composed by the same team as Maula. Though the song has been in news for all the wrong reasons (there are way too many 'inspirations'!), there is much more to it. Ali Azmat has sung it beautifully in his Sufi-pop andaaz and adds further weight to the album.
Pooja Bhatt, who in her first directorial venture Paap had introduced Rahat Fateh Ali Khan (the name became a sensation after that), has done the same with the singer of the next track Hey Walla. Unnosha, who hails from Maldives, has done justice to this English song. This one is an exception in this somber and soothing album since it's a party track with techno arrangements. Abdul Baseeth has composed as well as written this number. Though the track seems out of place in the album, it definitely should have a place in the movie and create a worthy impact.
Overall, the album scores on many counts. Those familiar with music of any of the Bhatt films would be able to relate to and appreciate the album. Music composer Arko Pravo Mukherjee's tracks with the combination of Ali Azmat are the highlights of the album. The album has trademark Bhatt music that is bound to stays with the listener even though one waits to see how much the movie has to offer in terms of plot or characters. What seems though is that ultimately for Jism 2, music as well as the movie would be the winners.
