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"Songs of Paradise," a forthcoming film chronicling the life of Kashmir's beloved singer Raj Begum, garners praise from Bollywood ahead of its release. Produced by Excel Entertainment and helmed by director Danish Renzu, the movie explores Begum's journey as the first female singer at Radio Kashmir Srinagar amidst a backdrop of conflict. Actress Saba Azad, portraying Begum, receives accolades from heartthrob Hrithik Roshan for her compelling performance. With a star-studded ensemble including Soni Razdan and Zain Khan Durrani, the film promises to celebrate Kashmir's rich cultural heritage and the resilience of its people. Renzu aims to shed light on forgotten poetry and music, with Begum's story serving as a conduit for cultural revival. As anticipation mounts, "Songs of Paradise" emerges not only as a cinematic tribute but also as a poignant exploration of art's transformative power in conflict regions.
Lyricist Sunayana Kachroo who has often drawn from Kashmir for her words on songs like “Dil Khanjar” and “Dilbaro,” recently also worked with India’s top singers Sunidhi Chauhan on “Tum Kehte Ho” and “Tu Zarra Hai” with Sonu Nigam
JKCCS had assumed a crucial role in holding the military-administered state accountable for its actions. However, there has been a systematic attempt by the Indian state to delegitimise and eliminate the organisation.