"Songs of Paradise," a new film starring Saba Azad and Soni Razdan, is set to premiere on Amazon Prime Video on August 29, 2025. The film is inspired by the life of Raj Begum (1927-2016), a legendary and pioneering Kashmiri playback singer. The makers of the film unveiled the release date along with the first-look motion poster on August 21, 2025.

Saba Azad and Soni Razdan will portray the lead character, Noor Begum, across two different time periods. The film will focus on Begum's journey and legacy as the first female singer at Radio Kashmir, highlighting how she and other women broke social barriers and challenged stereotypes in a conservative society. The movie showcases Kashmir's rich musical legacy and brings to light a remarkable, lesser-known true story of resilience and independence.

"Songs of Paradise" also features Zain Khan Durrani, Sheeba Chaddha, Taaruk Raina, and Lillete Dubey in significant roles.

Danish Renzu, the director and writer of the film, described "Songs of Paradise" as a heartfelt tribute to Padma Shri recipient Raj Begum, the first female voice at Radio Kashmir. He said the film tells an emotionally stirring story inspired by her music, legacy, and grit during a time when societal restrictions bound women within both emotional and cultural confines. He added that it is the story of a woman who dared to dream when dreaming itself was an unspoken taboo. Renzu praised Saba Azad and Soni Razdan for beautifully embodying the protagonist across two distinct phases of life in this poignant portrait of a true legend and lauded the stellar ensemble cast.

Ritesh Sidhwani of Excel Entertainment, which is presenting the film, commented that "Songs of Paradise" is the timeless tale of a champion and torchbearer for artists from the culturally rich land of Kashmir, layered with emotion, heritage, and hope. He added that the film beautifully unfolds the chapters from the life of Padma Shri awardee, Noor Begum, whose voice not only made her the pride of the region but also inspired generations to come.

"Songs of Paradise" is produced by Excel Entertainment, Apple Tree Pictures Production, and Renzu Films Productions. Farhan Akhtar, Ritesh Sidhwani, Shafat Qazi, Renzu Shah, and Kassim Jagmagia are also producers. The film is currently in the final stages of post-production.

Director Renzu Shah, a Kashmir-born filmmaker educated at UCLA, has previously directed "Half Widow" and "The Illegal," both praised for their sensitive storytelling and focus on real-life issues. Shah shared that "Songs of Paradise" is a "dream come true" for him because it reveals Kashmir's rich but often forgotten tradition of poetry and music.