Javed Ali: ‘Siya Ram’ Took Me Deeper Into Devotional Music

MUMBAI-Singer Javed Ali said lending his voice to ‘Siya Ram’ from the upcoming film ‘Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha’, has deepened his connection with devotional music and strengthened his desire to explore the genre further.

Javed Ali, who has sung the Hindi version, said, “‘Siya Ram’ is not just a song I have sung; it is a prayer I have felt. Singing the names of Siya and Ram brought a profound sense of surrender and peace that words cannot fully express.”

“It reminded me that devotional music is not about merely lending your voice to the lyrics; it is about giving a part of yourself to them. This experience has deepened my desire to explore devotional music and connect with it at a much more spiritual level,” he added.

Singer Anurag Sharma, who has lent his voice to the Chhattisgarhi version, also spoke about bringing the song to life.

“Chhattisgarhi has an inherent softness and humility, which made recording ‘Siya Ram’ feel deeply personal. When you sing a song rooted in faith, the goal isn’t just to hit the right notes but to carry the weight of those emotions authentically,” he said.

“I wanted every word to reflect the sweetness of our language and the reverence of the narrative. My hope is that whenever people hear this, it instantly brings them a sense of calm and lifts their spirits,” he added.

On August 26, the makers of ‘Mahakavya Shri Ramayan Katha’ released ‘Siya Ram’, a soulful track celebrating the bond between Shri Ram and Mata Sita. (IANS)