The digital age has once again proven its magic as artificial intelligence (AI) takes the spotlight with an extraordinary feat. The hit Coke Studio Pakistan song Blockbuster has been given a nostalgic makeover featuring the legendary Mohammed Rafi’s vocals. Since its release two months ago, Blockbuster has captured hearts with its vibrant Punjabi beats and fusion of traditional folk rhythms. Now, the latest groundbreaking rendition with Rafi’s vocals is turning up heads showcasing how technology can bring classic voices back to life in a fresh and exciting way.
Created by musician Anshuman Sharma, the video features singer Aditya Kalway performing a Blockbuster song in a nostalgic 70s style which is then transformed into Rafi’s iconic voice by using AI. To enhance the experience, the video uses the footage from veteran actor Dharmendra’s classic track Main Jat Yamla Pagla Deewana, sung by Rafi. Here, Rafi’s AI-generated vocals are synchronised with Dharmendra’s video creating a mesmerising vintage charm.
The caption alongside the video read, “I recreated ‘Blockbuster’ in 70s style sung by Aditya Kalway converted to Rafi Sahab’s voice using AI,! Hope ya’ll like this one.”
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Naturally, the video became a viral hit, capturing the attention of Zulfiqar Jabbar Khan, also known as Xulfi, the producer of Blockbuster. He shared his excitement, saying, “Saw this in the afternoon. Just wanted to be mentally free to comment on something this precious. What a time to be alive. Even the unseen dreams are now possible. Never did I ever imagine that I’ll be able to hear Mohd Rafi sing the melody and words that we wrote. It’s truly magic. You guys are magic Anshuman Sharma Aditya Kalway. It’s INCREDIBLY done! Hearing it this way is an unseen dream come true. Thank you dosto Shukriya for making my day and more.”
The praise didn’t stop there, social media users flooded the comment section with their admiration.
One user remarked, “This guy sings Rafi sb so well. No one has gotten close to him for recreating similar singing styles or any legends.”
Another added, “Rafi sahaab ki awaz mein “Oh cutie” sun liya.. mera to din ban gaya. Well done guys. (I heard ‘Oh cutie’ in Rafi sir’s voice…it has made my day).”
A person exclaimed, “So refreshing, I loved it,” while another wrote, “you guys are supremely talented. I am a huge fan of your work.”
Someone commented, “The way you are acknowledging Rafi Saheb’s singing to this generation will help to get Rafi Saheb a Bharat Ratna in the future. Keep it up.”
The heartfelt rendition has received over 3.5 lakh views so far.
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