comparison factor though acts as a positive pressure on me, but at times it makes me tense as while giving performance I have to take care of two things. The comparison vis--vis the audience expectations with me. NNE: What is the essence of Riyaaz in your life? Rahat Ji: Well, Riyaaz is an integral part of our learning. Without proper grooming no talent can be polished. And, whatever I am it's just because of Riyaaz. Although I have to still go a long way in this journey but to put a strong hold on it I don't have any other option but to practice it and bring nikhaar in my voice. NNE: What do you think is the role of lyrics in a song? Rahat Ji: (He Smiles) without lyrics songs would be like a body without soul. And I am one such person who is very particular about lyrics of a song, especially if I have to sing it. If I don't like the lyrics of a song I refuse to sing it. NNE: Which audience would you prefer Indian or Pakistan audience? Rahat Ji: Well, to be very honest I appreciate Indian audience and there is one major reason behind it. Indian audience is culturally sound; they have a good grasp over their culture and specifically music. This instinct takes them into the depth of music, which is one factor I admire. They give heed to the lyrics of a particular song, which makes them the most adorable audience. That is why I love to perform here. NNE: What about your plans for Bollywood? After 'Paap' any other movies in the pipeline? Rahat Ji: Bollywood is one such place I feel honoured to be associated with. Not much as such is in the store, but yes I am doing playback singing for the movie 'Rog'. NNE: Who are your favourite singers & musicians in Bollywood? Rahat Ji: I admire Lata Ji (Lata Mangeshkar), Asha Ji (Asha Bhosle) and amongst the instrumentalists I adore Hari Prasad Chaurasia. NNE: The most happiest moment of your life? Rahat Ji: Whenever, I am performing at stage, I am always happy. Each performance brings new cherished moments adding on to the previous ones. These performances revere the music in my inner soul. NNE: If Rahat Fateh Ali Khan wouldn't have been a Singer than what & where he would have been? Rahat Ji: I think then I should doubt the existence of Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. Rahat Fateh Ali Khan is only because of Music and in fact they both are synonymous to each other. I had never given even a single thought on such issues. For me, Music is I and I am Music and no question of survival without it. NNE: Any message to the young generation? Rahat Ji: Well the present generation is well aware, well off and well knowledgeable. You can't give them any advices; at least for me this is there. They know how to take, accept and appreciate good things. They can differentiate well and moreover they have their different parameters to judge the things. The generation today is intelligent enough so I can simply bless them for their future. NNE:Would you like to say something to Indian audience? Rahat Ji: My message to the Indian audience is that I am thankful to them for giving me such an overwhelming response and I will always try to come up to their expectations. I love them, respect them, honour them, as they are my favourite audience and will always remain. |
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