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The Commonwealth Games has been running from one controversy into another. The latest being Rahman’s Commonwealth Games (CWG) theme song. Is it as effective for the CWG as Shakira’s Waka waka anthem became for the Fifa World Cup? Here’s whatcelebs had to say:
“Rahman’s songs are known to grow on you, so it’s too early to dismiss it off. Our politicians, I think, are trying to divert our attention to the CWG theme song from the real problem existing there —the stadium and corruption.”
Ashok Pandit, Filmmaker
“Are you expecting someone of Rahman’s stature to churn out a copy of Shakira songs? Besides, there’s so much pressure on him to deliver the best, at the end of the day he is human too.”
Salim Merchant, music director
“I’m a huge fan of Rahman, and have loved all his numbers. The theme song on the other hand is a different story. I’ve heard just a few lines, and I don’t feel curious to hear it completely!”
Harsha Bhogle, sports commentator
“If we imagine Shakira’s body dancing to Rahman’s song, it will surely work for all. Honestly, we are so frivolous to compare Shakira to Rahman, when the state of the stadium and the whole Commonwealth Games itself is in jeopardy.”
Prahlad Kakkar, ad man
“I was eager to listen to Rahman's composition. I like it, especially towards the end! I think the lyrics are really motivating and the music and the beats really excite and charge! Sad that an eminent artist like Rahman's contribution is not being appreciated like it should be!”
Juhi Babbar, actress
“There’s no comparison between the work of Shakira and Rahman. The lyrics are inspirational and the music is really good. Though the song starts on a low note, on the whole it is good.”
Amruta Patki, model-actress
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