Unraveling the Making of “Ramaiya Vastavaiya” Song
Shahrukh Khan has been making headlines due to his upcoming film “Jawan.” Today, the film’s creators unveiled the song “Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya,” which exudes a lively dance vibe. This track features Nayantara opposite Shahrukh. While “Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya” is a fresh addition, the roots of the song’s title, “Ramaiya Vastavaiya,” stretch back 68 years.
The phrase “Ramaiya Vastavaiya” first appeared in the iconic Hindi cinema legend Raj Kapoor’s film “Shree 420” (1955). The movie featured a song titled “Ramaiya Vastavaiya,” rendered by Lata Mangeshkar, M. Rafi, and Mukesh. Comprising “Ramaiya” and “Vastavaiya,” the term’s genesis is accompanied by an amusing tale. “Ramaiya” was the name of a waiter. Delve into the meaning of “Ramaiya Vastavaiya” and the fascinating story behind its creation.
The musical compositions of “Shri 420” were orchestrated by Shankar-Jaikishan, while the lyrics were penned by Hasrat Jaipuri and Shailendra. This quartet frequented Khandala to craft the songs. Their journey comprised a cart ride along the highway, where they encountered a Telugu-speaking waiter named Ramaiah. Given Shankar’s upbringing in Hyderabad, he was conversant in Telugu and would address Ramaiah in the language.
During one such pit stop for tea and refreshments, Shankar called out to Ramaiah to place an order. Engaged at another table, Ramaiah was summoned loudly by Shankar, who queried, “Vastavaiya?” Translated to English, “Vastavaiya” means “Will he come or not?” It was in this moment that Shankar began to hum, leading to the birth of “Ramaiya Vastavaiya.” Such was the inception of this captivating melody.
A Title Linked to Musical Success, Yet Cinematic Disappointments
Numerous films share the “Ramaiya Vastavaiya” title, both in Hindi and Telugu. Intriguingly, these films were released concurrently, featuring Shruti Haasan in both versions.
“Ramaiya Vastavaiya” (2013) – Hindi Film:
“Ramaiya Vastavaiya,” also known as “Ramaiya Aayega Ya Nahi,” is a Hindi romantic drama directed by Prabhu Deva. Produced by Kumar S. Taurani under Film Tips Industries, the movie stars Girish Kumar and Shruti Haasan in lead roles. It is a remake of Prabhudheva’s debut directorial “Nuvvostanante Nenoddantana.” The film hit theaters on July 19, 2013.
“Ramaiya Vastavaiya” (2013) – Telugu Film:
The Telugu rendition of “Ramaiya Vastavaiya” features Jr. NTR, Samantha, and Shruti Haasan in pivotal roles. Released on October 10, 2013, despite the superhit status of the iconic song, the films with the same title failed to achieve cinematic success.
Anticipating “Jawan” Trailer Launch:
Presently, the creators of “Jawan” have presented the song “Not Ramaiya Vastavaiya” from the film. The conclusion of this song serves as an announcement for the trailer release on August 31. With an engaging teaser and infectious songs, the movie has already generated significant excitement among cinephiles. Shah Rukh is gearing up to grace the audio launch event of “Jawan” in Chennai, scheduled for tomorrow.
