Songs of Paradise OTT release date: Here's when and where you can stream Saba Azad and Soni Razdan-led biopic

Prime Video’s Songs of Paradise inspired by Padma Shri Raj Begum’s life, premieres Aug 29, 2025. Starring Saba Azad & Soni Razdan, the film celebrates Kashmir’s first famed playback singer.

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Summary:

• Songs of Paradise on Prime Video premieres August 29, 2025, inspired by Padma Shri Raj Begum’s life.

• The film showcases Raj Begum’s impact as Kashmir’s first famous playback singer and her role in empowering women.

• Starring Saba Azad and Soni Razdan, the movie is directed by Danish Renzu and set against picturesque Kashmir.

Prime Video has announced that Songs of Paradise will premiere on August 29, 2025. Produced by Apple Tree Pictures and Renzu Films, the film is presented by Excel Entertainment and is based on the remarkable life of Padma Shri recipient Raj Begum.

Raj Begum: Inspiration behind the film

The protagonist's journey draws inspiration from Raj Begum, widely regarded as Kashmir's first famous playback singer. Her impact went far beyond the realm of music; she became a cultural hero for her role in empowering women during a time when they were severely limited in society.

A story of rebellion, bravery, and perseverance, Songs of Paradise is directed by the Danish filmmaker Renzu and co-written with Niranjan Iyengar and Sunayana Kachroo. According to Prime Video, the film is a heartwarming story that blends music, defiance, and the indomitable spirit of Kashmir's first prominent playback singer, who not only inspired women in the region but also carved a cultural movement in the industry.

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Cast led by Saba Azad and Soni Razdan

Saba Azad and Soni Razdan, who portray Noor Begum in various eras of her life, head the cast of the film. Lillete Dubey, Taaruk Raina, Sheeba Chaddha, and Zain Khan Durrani are also part of the ensemble.

The film, which is set in the picturesque Kashmir, is a tribute to Raj Begum for her work in music and the way she helped women in the area develop their cultural identity.

Director Danish Renzu on Raj Begum’s legacy

Danish Renzu, the film's director and writer, expressed his admiration for Raj Begum, Radio Kashmir's first female voice and recipient of the Padma Shri award, in a statement. He stated that her music, heritage, and perseverance served as inspiration for the film's heart-wrenching narrative, which takes place at a period when women were culturally and emotionally constrained. The filmmaker shared that here they have the tale of a brave woman who dared to dream at a time when doing so was socially unacceptable. In this moving portrayal of a true legend, Saba Azad and Soni Razdan magnificently play the lead roles during two separate stages of their lives, with outstanding supporting performances from the rest of the cast.

Songs of Paradise will premiere on Prime Video (Subscribers of OTTplay Premium will also be able to watch the film with a top-up) on August 29, 2025.

FAQs:

Q: When will Songs of Paradise premiere on Prime Video?

A: Songs of Paradise will premiere exclusively on Prime Video on August 29, 2025.

Q: Who directed Songs of Paradise?

A: The film is directed by Danish Renzu, who also co-wrote it alongside Niranjan Iyengar and Sunayana Kachroo.

Q: Who plays the lead role in Songs of Paradise?

A: Saba Azad and Soni Razdan play the lead role of Noor Begum at different stages of her life.

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