#25: Gulzar asks what happens to memories when a relationship dies
In this episode, I read the lyrics to a Gulzar song - "Mera Kuch Samaan" from the movie Ijaazat. I am an ardent Gulzar fan so I knew he will make an appearance here. I considered what song of this poet-lyricist to pick for this 25th celebration episode, and this song felt just right. The character this song is written for in the movie is a poet. Also the song itself is more a poem than a song. It is a missive from an ex-lover to a now married boyfriend after he returns a few of her possessions from their time together. The poem asks the question, through a series of trite memories compiled in a list, what is the right way to apportion shared belongings like memories once the relationship ceases to exist. The lovely Asha Bhosle has lent her voice to the song in the movie. Watch the movie and listen to the album this weekend. The song on Spotify here: https://open.spotify.com/track/7tpz4ZWYrmvvGBH1P2zwsC The host, Ravneet Bawa as - @one_third_above on Instagram @maikeya on Twitter Email: [email protected] Disclaimer: This podcast is created for sharing with friends and family, and only as a passion project amidst the Covid lockdown with no commercial interest. In all episodes I read from sources on the public internet or copies of books I possess. The commentary is all my own.