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Raju Singh Shares His Memories of Asha Bhosle

Raju Singh Shares His Memories of Asha Bhosle

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My dad Charanjit Singh Panesar used to be an ace musician with all the greats like Shankar Jaikishen, Laxmikant Pyarelal, Rd Burman. He travelled on shows with Mukeshji and Kishore Kumar. He played the mandolin, clavioline, Hawaiian guitar and the transicord. He introduced the bass guitar to Bollywood. As kids, me and my sister Rajee went to meet my dad on the recording of Palay Khan (1986). They were recording Kabul se aaya hai which Ashaji was singing. Pancham da took the beats from a LP record of a Swedish music band called Yello. Those days he had a Revox quarter inch recorder on which he recorded and played it in a loop. He started the first system of “sampling” which is now prevalent globally and in Bollywood in a big way. Pancham da would give me a Cadbury chocolate every time I went to the studio. It continued for a long time and I would complain good humouredly that I’m a big boy now. He would say shut up, you are a kid for …

Manj Musik Hospitalised After Accident In London Ahead Of Award Performance | Bollywood News

Manj Musik Hospitalised After Accident In London Ahead Of Award Performance | Bollywood News

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Last Updated:February 28, 2026, 20:34 IST Manj Musik, British-Indian artist and former RDB lead, was hospitalised after a London accident, cancelling his Mumbai performance. Manj Musik Meets With Accident In London, British-Indian music artist Manj Musik has been hospitalised following an accident in London, forcing the cancellation of his planned appearance at an upcoming Indian award ceremony. The singer was scheduled to perform at the Zee Cine Awards 2026 in Mumbai, where he was expected to deliver a high-energy stage performance. The artist, whose real name is Manjeet Singh Ral, is best known as the former lead vocalist of the UK-based music group RDB (Rhythm, Dhol, Bass). Reports indicate that he was injured in an accident in London, though the exact nature and severity of his injuries have not yet been disclosed. Following the incident, Manj Musik is expected to cancel his immediate travel plans to India. He was set to perform his popular track Swag Mera Desi at the award ceremony, which would have showcased his signature fusion of Bhangra rhythms and urban hip-hop …

Dhanush surprises fans at AR Rahman’s Wonderment concert in Chennai, watch videos | Tamil News

Dhanush surprises fans at AR Rahman’s Wonderment concert in Chennai, watch videos | Tamil News

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3 min readHyderabadFeb 15, 2026 12:37 PM IST Oscar-winning composer AR Rahman brought his globally acclaimed Wonderment Tour to a packed Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai on Saturday. ARTICLE CONTINUES BELOW VIDEO The highlight of the evening came when Dhanush made an unannounced entrance on stage to perform the beloved track “Usure Pogudhey” alongside Rahman. Social media erupted immediately following the performance, with video clips of Dhanush and Rahman’s duet going viral within minutes. Fans who attended the concert took to social media platforms describing the atmosphere as “magical” and “once-in-a-lifetime,” with many noting the palpable chemistry between the performer and composer. The Chennai leg of The Wonderment Tour marked AR Rahman’s much-awaited return to the city after a significant gap. The concert showcased Rahman’s signature approach to live performance, blending his iconic compositions with powerful orchestration and state-of-the-art visuals. Drawing from a career spanning over three decades, AR Rahman curated a setlist that took audiences on an emotional journey through his greatest works. From the soul-stirring melodies of “Roja” that launched his career in …

‘Bollywood singers forced to work for free’: Abhijeet Sawant says Indian composer earns Rs 80 lakh royalty every month for 2 songs | Music News

‘Bollywood singers forced to work for free’: Abhijeet Sawant says Indian composer earns Rs 80 lakh royalty every month for 2 songs | Music News

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3 min readNew DelhiFeb 4, 2026 09:45 PM IST With singer Arijit Singh’s exit from the world of playback singing, the debate about singers getting their fair due has never been louder. People are wondering about an industry which can’t seem to hold on to its biggest stars and worrying about the state of the artists who are many rungs lower in terms of popularity and agency. Recently, singer Abhijeet Sawant talked about the same phenomenon and whether playback singers get the right remuneration or not. While appearing on Pentarise Studios’ YouTube channel, Abhijeet was asked bluntly by the host about the payment structure of film music. Hesitant at first, Abhijeet said, “People don’t want the singers to become bigger than the film itself. That’s why they are paid a certain amount. Musicians still don’t receive royalties for film music. So Biddu, who worked on Lafzon Mein, also did a couple of songs in the West, and he gets so much royalty payment from those two songs that he can survive his whole life on …

RGV dismisses AR Rahman’s communal claim: ‘Film industry is only about making money, don’t care about caste, religion’ | Bollywood News

RGV dismisses AR Rahman’s communal claim: ‘Film industry is only about making money, don’t care about caste, religion’ | Bollywood News

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Indian composer AR Rahman stirred controversy after he claimed getting less work over the last eight years, as he suggested that the film industry may be growing communal. The comments started a nationwide debate, with people occupying both opposing camps. Director Ram Gopal Varma, who has previously worked with Rahman, recently shared his thoughts on the whole matter and whether he thinks Rahman’s allegations hold any water. While appearing on Faridoon Shahryar’s podcast, Varma was asked about Rahman’s comments and what he thinks about the whole debate. The Satya director replied, “I don’t really want to make a comment on what he said about the communal aspect. Because I do not believe that. I feel that the film industry is only about making money. Whoever makes money for them, they will go after that. They don’t care about your caste, religion — or where you’re from. If the South Indian film directors are making films which are blockbusters, they will go to them.” ALSO READ: ‘AR Rahman doesn’t know Hindi’: Rabbi Shergill says lyrics in …

‘The facts simply don’t support AR Rahman’s communal assertion’: Sona Mohapatra | Music News

‘The facts simply don’t support AR Rahman’s communal assertion’: Sona Mohapatra | Music News

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Playback singer and independent musician Sona Mohapatra, known for chart-toppers such as Ambarsariya, Bedardi Raja and Jiya Laage Na, among others, spoke to The Indian Express about Oscar and Grammy-winning composer AR Rahman’s recent BBC interview that sparked intense public debate and said that “the facts simply don’t support AR’s communal assertion“. In his interview, the Chennai-based composer spoke of a “power shift” in the Hindi film industry, besides losing out on work in the last eight years due to the communal environment in India. After much backlash, Rahman came out with a clarification, calling India his inspiration. “I understand that intentions can sometimes be misunderstood. But my purpose has always been to uplift, honour and serve through music,” he said in a video statement. ALSO READ: ‘We need to weigh our words carefully,’ says Manoj Muntashir amid AR Rahman’s ‘communal bias’ remark “He scored Chhaava. He is scoring Ramayana. He continues to be attached to some of the biggest, most high-profile projects in the country, while also being globally active and constantly travelling and …

AR Rahman releases new track ‘Mayile’ from Prabhu Deva’s Moonwalk amid backlash for remarks on ‘communal’ Hindi film industry | Tamil News

AR Rahman releases new track ‘Mayile’ from Prabhu Deva’s Moonwalk amid backlash for remarks on ‘communal’ Hindi film industry | Tamil News

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AR Rahman isn’t exactly lying low amid all the backlash he’s receiving online for insinuating that the power shift in the Hindi music industry in the last eight years may be linked to “communal” factors. The Oscar-winning composer unveiled his new track on Saturday — “Mayile” — from Manoj Niramala Sreedharan’s upcoming Tamil musical fantasy film Moonwalk. “Mayile – Audio Song from Moonwalk. Enjoy Listening. And tell me if you like it,” Rahman wrote on social media platforms while sharing the audio version of the track. He also gave a shoutout to the singer, Joel Joe, and the lyricist, Vishnu Edavan. “Moonwalk, a Full length Comedy movie, in theatres – May 2026,” he added. The song “Mayile” is an upbeat anthem urging listeners to stay strong and keep smiling no matter what. It highlights courage, letting go of troubles, and finding happiness in the moment, with rap verses emphasising resilience and self-belief. However, a section of the internet wasn’t entirely pleased by the timing of the song’s release. An X user commented on Rahman’s tweet, …

I am a Muslim, composing for Ramayana, says AR Rahman: ‘I studied in a Brahmin school, value the good things’ | Bollywood News

I am a Muslim, composing for Ramayana, says AR Rahman: ‘I studied in a Brahmin school, value the good things’ | Bollywood News

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Composer AR Rahman had quite a busy 2025, and he has already hit the ground running with the album, Gandhi Talks. The sought-after composer will be under the spotlight once Nitesh Tiwari’s Ramayana releases later this year. The much-awaited film sees Rahman collaborating with the legend Hans Zimmer. While appearing on BBC Asian’s YouTube channel, Rahman was asked whether his religious beliefs came into play when he was composing the album. He said, “I studied in a Brahmin school, and every year we had Ramayana and Mahabharata, so I know the story. The story is about how virtuous a person is, higher ideals, and all that stuff. People may argue, but I value all those good things — any good things that you can learn from. The prophet has said that knowledge is something invaluable, no matter where you get it from — a king, a beggar, a good act or a bad one. You can’t shy away from things.” ALSO READ | AR Rahman admits he has lost work in Bollywood in the last 8 …

Aman Pant on Bollywood music, working for SRK-Salman Khan and more [Exclusive]

Aman Pant on Bollywood music, working for SRK-Salman Khan and more [Exclusive]

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Aman Pant on Bollywood music, working for SRK-Salman Khan and more [Exclusive] Home Videos Aman Pant on Bollywood music, working for SRK-Salman Khan and more [Exclusive] Aman Pant is a versatile Indian composer who has worked on numerous projects, including films and OTT series. Watch the exclusive interview to know more about the making of music. By: Video Desk  |  Published: December 23, 2025 7:21 PM IST Aman Pant has indeed produced musical compositions in various genres, including film and OTT. To better understand how he creates this music, we recommend checking out the in-depth interview he recently gave us regarding his latest work ‘Single Papa’ along with some fantastic tracks from the film. Aman Pant has had the opportunity to work with many of the prominent Indian film makers of today’s generation (Raj/DK, R Balki etc.), where he has composed original scores for movies like ‘Dunki’ and ‘Citadel: Honey Bunny’ along with many others. In addition, Aman Pant has created numerous advertising projects (over 4000 TV …

Dhurandhar music review: Ranveer Singh may play edgy undercover agent, this album is a hardworking deskie at best | Music News

Dhurandhar music review: Ranveer Singh may play edgy undercover agent, this album is a hardworking deskie at best | Music News

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Dhurandhar music review: Few movies get such a big countdown to release day, with all the pomp and circumstance, as Aditya Dhar’s directorial Dhurandhar has received. Ever since the first look was revealed, which had Ranveer Singh smoking like Thomas Shelby of Birmingham, Dhurandhar is all anyone has talked about. The first look also gave the fans a chance to eavesdrop on the music for the film, as it featured the title track. Furthermore, everyone was beyond excited that composer Shashwat Sachdev had revisited the classic qawwali ‘Yeh Ishq Ishq Hai’ from the film Barsaat Ki Raat (1960). But once you listen to the whole soundtrack, nostalgia starts feeling more like the easy way out rather than innovation. Bollywood composers are nefariously known for picking up entire tracks and their compositions for their own songs, as inspiration, of course. But some composers have proved that it can be done with some kind of subtlety and grace, like Shantanu Moitra displayed with the song ‘Kaisi Paheli Zindagani’ from Parineeta. The track was sampled from Louis Armstrong’s …