Biography
Lucky Ali is the second of the eight children of the popular Bollywood comedian, Mehmood. His mother Mahelaka, was part Bengali and part Punjabi, the sister of a popular Indian actress of the 1960s - Meena Kumari. The Bollywood actress and dancer, Minoo Mumtaz, was his paternal aunt. He attended Manekji Cooper (Kindergarten) (Juhu), Bombay Scottish School in Mumbai, Hampton Court in Mussoorie, St. George's College, Mussoorie, and Bishop Cottons Boys School, Bangalore.[1]
Lucky Ali is known to be a strict Muslim. Ali states his favourite piece of music is the Quran being recited.[2]
His first wife was Meaghan Jane McCleary, who has acted in the video O Sanam from his first album Sunoh. Ali have two children from his first wife - Ta'awwuz and Tasmia. His second wife is Inaya. He has two children from his second wife, Sara and Raiyan.
Lucky Ali and his father Mahmood shared a tempestuous relationship. Mehmood was a very busy actor in 1960s and 70s, and remained away from home for his shoots. Once, around the age of five when Lucky's mother came with him to receive Mehmood at the airport, Lucky didn't recognize his father and on seeing him said, "He's the film comedian Mehmood!" Lucky Ali lived away from his family in a boarding school up in the foothills of the Himalayas in Mussoorie. Lucky's tryst with marijuana led Mehmood to write the script of the movie Dushman Duniya Ka (Enemy of the World).[3] The movie stars Ali's youngest brother,Manzoor. It is the story of the drug abuse of a young man called Lucky. In the end the young man kills his mother, destroys everything around him and is then killed by his father. Lucky Ali differed with his father's vision and did not act in the movie. "I felt the story lacked hope," he said.[3] However he sang his first song for the film.
Lucky Ali wanderlust has taken him many places. He has bred horses, been an oil rigger off the coast of Pondicherry in South India, is a farmer with a strong opinion on organic methods in farming. Music, singing and acting are his serious hobbies.
Personal Albums
His first composition was a three-chord lament called 'Nobody Loves Me'. Lucky Ali was gifted a guitar at age 13 and he taught himself to play it. Lucky became passionate about music but soon moved to horses, then to acting, and direction, further on to roughnecking on the rig Gettysburg now Badrinath owned by Great Offshore Limited, to washing carpets but finally returned to music.
Lucky Ali made his debut on the Indian pop scene with the soulful album Sunoh which established him as a pop singer. This album won many of the top awards in Indian music, including the Best Pop Male Vocalist at the 1996 Screen Awards and the Channel V Viewers Choice Award in 1997. It stayed on the MTV Asia Charts for 60 weeks. The song O Sanam from Sunoh, launched his career and is considered by some to be one of the best indi-pop songs ever.[1] His next album, Sifar, wasn't quite as successful as Sunoh, but it was noted for its music, lyrics and vocals.
Lucky Ali is known for his distinctive music style and also for his husky voice. His third album and fourth albums were Aks and Kabhi Aisa Lagta Hai, both of which were reasonably successful. After a five years hiatus, he released his new album Xsuie on the 19th of September 2009, on his birthday.
He is also known for contributing the song "Anjaani Raahon Mein" to the album "Meri Jaan Hindustan" which commemorated 50 years of Indian independence in the year 1997. The video was directed by Mani Shankar, and features him as a young urban man roaming the Indian countryside, trying to discover new meaning to life. When asked about the video, he once said "The video of 'Anjaani Raahon Mein' was a beautiful story in itself. It was done straight from the heart and it is very special to me."
His latest album is Xsuie, which he released on internet as he didnt want to just make money. Thus he decided not to go with any label and just to release his music as an independent artist.
He also sung his first kannada song for a Kannada film 'Udyan Express'. He also song the anthem song of Formula 1 race(2011) that held in India along with K.K,Daler Mehndi.
Playback Singing Career
Lucky Ali started his Playback singing career with the song "Nasha Nasha" from the film Dushman Duniya Ka which starred his brother Manzoor Ali in the lead role. The film was directed by their father Mehmood. However the song and the film both went unnoticed.
After that, his next song in films was in Hrithik Roshan's debut movie Kaho Naa... Pyaar Hai.The songs Na Tum Jaano Na Hum and Ek Pal Ka Jeena became huge hits and he won the Filmfare award (Best Male Playback Singer) for Na Tum Jaano Na Hum.
The latest song by him was Bekarar in movie Paathshaala and later in Hairat in movie Anjaana Anjaani.
Acting Career
Being the nephew of Meena Kumari, one of the great actresses to grace the Indian screen, and moreover being Mehmood's son, Lucky Ali did not lack the requisite opportunity to make his debut as an actor. He acted in a few films in the 1970s and 1980s such as Yeh Hain Zindagi (1977) Hamare Tumhare (1979) and Shyam Benegal 's Trikaal (1985). He also acted in the television series Bharat Ek Khoj Directed by Shyam Benegal. After a long break from acting, he returned in Sanjay Gupta's Kaante (2002) where he acted along leading stars like legend Amitabh Bachchan, Sanjay Dutt, Kumar Gaurav and Suniel Shetty. Lucky Ali also acted in the TV serial Zara Hatke. In 2002, he acted in the Hindi musical Sur-The Melody of Life essaying a complex role that earned him accolades as an actor..
Discography
Sunoh (1996) Solo Music Album - 10 Songs
Meri Jaan Hindustaan (1996) - 1 Song
Sifar (1998) Solo Music Album - 10 Songs
Aks (2001) Solo Music Album - 10 Songs
Gori Teri Aakhein (2002) - 3 Songs
Kabhi Aisa Lagta Hai (2004) Solo Music Album - 8 Songs
Xsuie (2009) Solo Music Album - 8 Songs
Raasta-Man (2011) Solo Music Album - 11 Songs
Jheel Pe Jaise
Lucky Ali Lyrics
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Baadal Mein Aise Yeh Chaand Chipey,
Kehne Ko Hai Yeh Bhi Chehra,
Chod Aaye Pichey Hum Kisko Kahan,
Unko Khabar Hai Ki Hum Hai Yahan,
Aaye Baharon Mein Mehkaayi Raah,
Phir Milney Aayenge Kya...
Bas Thodi Doori Yeh Raastha Kahe,
Jab Woh Hamey Yun Dilaatey Hai Vaastaa Vaastaa,
Rishte Hum Aise Nibhaatey Hai,
Raat Se Jaise Koi Subah.
Ab Hai Nazar Mein Ek Aisa Samaa...
Lekar Hi Aayenge Tum Ko Yahan...
Anjaan Rahon Ke Anjaan Rahi.
Jaaye Toh Jaaye Kahan.
Tum Ho Salaamat Yeh Dil Yun Kahe,
Chaahe Miley Ya Na Miley.
Door Se Jo Bulaaye Toh, Aaja Na Aaja Na,
Chaahe Savaari Bhi Na Miley,
Ho Sakey To Chalkey Hi Aana...
In the song Jheel Pe Jaise, Lucky Ali describes a serene and captivating landscape where a boat gently sails on a lake, and the moon hides behind the clouds. The singer expresses his feeling of being lost in this scenic beauty and separated from his beloved, not knowing where they are or where they are going. He acknowledges that they both are here, surrounded by the beauty of nature, as they walk on the path of uncertainties, yet he reassures her that they will meet again, and all will be well. The song talks about the uncertainty in life and relationships, but it also celebrates the beauty of nature, which provides comfort and solace.
The lyrics have a deep metaphorical meaning, pointing towards the fleeting nature of life and its beauty. The boat sailing slowly on the tranquil waters of the lake represents the journey of life, which has to come to a halt eventually, and the moon, which is hidden behind the clouds, symbolizes the fleeting moments of happiness that we encounter in life, which are temporary and passing. The singer is asking his loved one to hold on to the moment, to savour the beauty of nature, and to realize that they are here now, in this moment, and that's all that matters.
The song's overall theme seems to be about enjoying the present moment while acknowledging the uncertainties of life, let go of the past and celebrate the beauty of nature, and to keep moving forward, even with the uncertainties and challenges that life presents. The song's mesmerizing tune and the melodious voice of Lucky Ali add to the overall beauty and depth of the lyrics.
Line by Line Meaning
Jheel Pe Jaise Naav Chale Aahistaa Aahistaa,
Boat sails slowly on the lake, swaying gently
Baadal Mein Aise Yeh Chaand Chipey,
The moon hides behind the clouds
Kehne Ko Hai Yeh Bhi Chehra,
Even this face has something to say
Chod Aaye Pichey Hum Kisko Kahan,
We left someone behind, where we were headed no one knows
Unko Khabar Hai Ki Hum Hai Yahan,
They know we are here
Aaye Baharon Mein Mehkaayi Raah,
The road is fragrant amidst the spring
Phir Milney Aayenge Kya...
What will happen when we meet again?
Bas Thodi Doori Yeh Raastha Kahe,
The path says it's just a little further
Rukney Lagey, Phir Chal Diye.
We stopped and then we moved on
Jab Woh Hamey Yun Dilaatey Hai Vaastaa Vaastaa,
When they show us affection like this
Rishte Hum Aise Nibhaatey Hai,
We celebrate our relationships like this
Raat Se Jaise Koi Subah.
Like the dawn after the night
Ab Hai Nazar Mein Ek Aisa Samaa...
Now there is such a moment in sight
Lekar Hi Aayenge Tum Ko Yahan...
You will come here with an offering in your hand
Anjaan Rahon Ke Anjaan Rahi.
As an unknown wayfarer on an unknown path
Jaaye Toh Jaaye Kahan.
Where will we go if we leave?
Tum Ho Salaamat Yeh Dil Yun Kahe,
My heart says you are safe
Chaahe Miley Ya Na Miley.
Whether we meet or not
Door Se Jo Bulaaye Toh, Aaja Na Aaja Na,
If called from afar, come or don't come
Chaahe Savaari Bhi Na Miley,
Even if we don't get a ride
Ho Sakey To Chalkey Hi Aana...
If possible, just come walking
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