

Rahman, composer and singer: Who is Mustafa (laughs) Usually, I use a dummy lyric when I compose and used the word Mustafa for the opening tune. This Friendship Day, we talk to those associated with filming this gem that has transcended across generations.

The film was directed by Kathir, and starred Vineeth, Abbas and Tabu in the lead roles and earned them massive fandom in Tamil Nadu. With lyrics by Vaali, the song appears in the Kadhal Desam soundtrack that also featured other hits like Kalluri Salai and O Vennila.

No school college farewell, reunion party, why, or even a random family gathering is complete without the track playing at some point.Īnd today, on Friendship Day, the lyrics and music echo not just in Tamil Nadu, but all over the country Also read: How kothavaranga evolved into Mustafa Mustafa We are talking about Mustafa Mustafa of course: a song unparalleled in its popularity two decades since its inception, a staple Rahman favourite at any concert and one that echoes his astonishing arrival onto the Indian music scene in the 90s.
