MUMBAI, Aug 21: Soni Razdan and Saba Azad will be seen in the musical drama Songs of Paradise. Today, the makers announced a motion poster. Along with the poster reveal, the makers have also announced the release date. The film will be released on an OTT platform on August 29.
Taking to their Instagram handles, Saba Azad and Soni Razdan shared motion poster and wrote, “from the echoes of Kashmir, rises an unforgettable voice. #SongsOfParadiseOnPrime, Aug 29.” Fans reacted with heart emojis in the comment section. The film will be releasing on Amazon Prime. It also features Zain Khan Durrani, Sheeba Chaddha, Taaruk Raina, and Lillete Dubey.
As India Today reports, Saba Azad and Soni Razdan will portray the lead character, Noor Begum, across two different time periods. The film will focus on the journey and legacy of Begum. The first motion poster attempts to capture this journey with an amalgamation of the two actors.
Director Danish Renzu, who has also written the film, said in an official statement, “’Songs of Paradise’ is a heartfelt tribute to Padma Shri recipient Raj Begum, the first female voice at Radio Kashmir. The film tells an emotionally stirring story inspired by her music, legacy, and grit during a time when societal restrictions bound women within both emotional and cultural confines.”
Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment commented, “’Songs of Paradise’ is the timeless tale of a champion and torchbearer for artists from the culturally rich land of Kashmir layered with emotion, heritage, and hope. The film beautifully unfolds the chapters from the life of Padma Shri awardee, Noor Begum, whose voice not only made her the pride of the region but also inspired generations to come.” (News18)
