Aamir says no to politics
- IndiaGlitz, [Wednesday,July 14 2010]
Pricey indeed! Bollywood perfectionist Aamir knows the pulse and what a way to pay tribute to our dear Bharat urf Manoj Kumar  the undisputed desh bhakth from Bollywood. In his forthcoming satire ÂPeepli Live Aamir has made it clear that the song ÂMehngai Dayain sung by the talented actor singer Raghuveer Yadav will be used only for the film.
The song which takes a dig at the Government over inflation will not be a tool for any political parties promotional campaign. It must be noted that state elections in Maharashtra is on cards and recently India observed a bandh called jointly by the opposition parties protesting against price hike.
ÂWe will not lend the song to anyone for political use. This song is part of the story of the film and it will not be used in any kind of political campaignÂ, Aamir told reporters yesterday at the music launch of the film yesterday.
The members of some opposition parties had approached the filmmaker to buy the rights of the song to use it as a tool against the government, given the recent flare up in prices of essential commodities.
ÂWe have made the film for audience. This song is part of the story of the film. The movie is about urban and rural divide that exists in India and inflation is a general issueÂ, Aamir said.
ÂPeepli Live is a satire on farmers' suicides and subsequent media and political response. Directed by debutant Anusha Rizwi and featuring Raghuveer Yadav in a pivotal role, the film is scheduled to be released on August 13.