The latter too get their moment to shine. Presenting ‘Ghoom Tana’, a well-known Junoon number that was originally co-sung by India’s Shubha Mudgal, Ahmed doesn’t sing in this instance and is joined by Momina Mustehsan (who sounds excellent by the way) and the girls of Irteassh instead. The story begins with Salman Ahmed, who has redeemed himself somewhat after the disaster of ‘Sayonee’. Humera Arshad, Rachel Viccaji, Ali Hamza and Aima Baig. There are no easy answers and as we think on long-term consequences, here’s a quick look at what transpired in episode six and seven. Though cover songs are still very much a part of the format and those numbers need to be reduced, with participation of nearly 40 artists this year including several noteworthy collaborations, the show has managed to shine a light on artists who fall under the bracket of newer entrants as well as seasoned veterans.Ĭoke Studio has its imperfections but as always the bigger question staring us in the face is this: what happens if the production decides to not return? How will that vacuum be filled and what will it mean for the industry and artists who bank on a chance in the show to make it big? While the recently concluded tenth season had both moments of miraculous music and some less than appealing efforts, the material offered in the last two episodes certainly elevated matters. The most well-known music property in the country and beyond (particularly India), Coke Studio ended its tenth season late last week in memorable and moving fashion.
Strings stage a comeback as vocalists while remembering Junaid Jamshed, plus other highlights. Strings: Bilal Maqsood and Faisal Kapadia