Welcome To The Jungle: 'Akshay Kumar's Energy Is Unbelievable,' Says Ucha Lamba Kad Forever Composer Anand - EXCL

Welcome

to the Jungle, starring Akshay Kumar in a lead role, is doing exceptionally well at the box office. Directed by Ahmed Khan, the film sparked nostalgia for ardent fans of this franchise. Ucha Lamba Kad, from the 2007 film Welcome, was revamped for the new installment as Ucha Lamba Kad Forever. Anand Raaj Anand, the track's original composer and singer, exclusively told Zoom that the new version hasn't been recreated; it is 'only slightly remixed'. The musician stated that recreation happens when a new mukhda or antara is created. While discussing the Welcome 3 song, he lauded Akshay. Wondering why? Let's find out!

Anand Raaj Anand on Ucha Lamba Kad Forever, Akshay Kumar

In conversation with us, Anand Raaj Anand spoke about Welcome to the Jungle song Ucha Lamba Kad Forever. "This is just a remix with some additional beats. Like in Ucha Lamba Kad Akshay sir got Vikram (Montrose) to work on it, but they never let the soul of the song get spoiled. I really appreciate Akshay sir and Firoz (Nadiadwallah) bhai for that," he said.

The music composer called Akshay and Firoz 'good listeners', who understood that if the original soul was disturbed, people wouldn't connect with it the same way. Anand added, "I think it has been done beautifully and the response has been fantastic. The shoot was extraordinary too. Akshay sir's energy is unbelievable, it feels even more energetic than it was 20 years ago."

Anand Raaj Anand praises Akshay Kumar

Moving on, the 63-year-old revealed what makes Akshay a natural performer when it comes to musical numbers. To this, he said that when he composes for Khiladi Kumar, he understand his body language. "He can dance like Govinda, he can dance like Hrithik, he can dance like Shahid; but Govinda dances only like Govinda, Hrithik only like Hrithik, and Shahid only like Shahid. Akshay Kumar can adapt to any style. That's what I love about him. I know exactly what kind of energy I need to create for his songs," shared Anand.

Welcome to the Jungle box office collection

Meanwhile, Welcome to the Jungle collected Rs 8.5 crore on day four, according to Sacnilk. This brings the total India collection to Rs 72.75 crore. On the other hand, the Ahmed Khan directorial has entered the Rs 100 crore at the worldwide box office. Stay tuned to this space for more updates!