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Songs of Paradise Debuts on Prime Video to Applause for Music, Critique for a Safe Script

Early reviews spotlight a soulful score, standout performances, a restrained screenplay.

Overview

  • The Danish Renzu drama inspired by Kashmiri legend Raj Begum premiered globally on Prime Video on August 29.
  • Critics consistently hail Abhay Sopori’s period-rooted compositions and Masrat Un Nissa’s vocals as the film’s enduring strength.
  • Saba Azad earns the strongest notices for portraying the younger singer, with Soni Razdan praised for the elder counterpart.
  • Many reviews describe the storytelling as reverent and surface-level, noting conflicts that resolve too neatly and limited exploration of broader social pressures.
  • Coverage highlights a non-conflict-centered portrait of 1950s Kashmir that emphasizes quiet defiance and cultural heritage over political tumult.