Back in 2005, the songs of Zeher became a rage, especially ‘Woh Lamhe Who Baatein’. It was composed by Mithoon, then just 19. Now, he has completed more than 20 years and has achieved dizzying heights with his discography. In an exclusive interview with Bollywood Hungama, the music composer talked about his journey, his next Saiyaara and a lot more.
EXCLUSIVE: Mithoon opens up on debuting as a composer at 19 with Zeher; talks about upcoming projects, “My Saiyaara song conveys protagonist’s feelings for his beloved…have composed Border 2’s ENTIRE score”; CONFIRMS Anil Sharma’s next and an EXCITING World Tou
Congrats on completing 20 years as a music composer. How do you feel about your 2-decade journey in the industry?
Yes, it has been 20 years but the feeling more or less has been the same. Every day, every year is a blessing and I’m grateful. I look back on the journey with a sense of gratitude since I could sustain and continue doing what I set off to.
You mentioned that you were just 19 when you recorded the songs of Zeher. How did that happen and how did you meet Mohit Suri?
Yes, that’s right. I was only 19 and in college. Mr Mukesh Bhatt was in a meeting with my father, Mr Naresh Sharma and they were discussing a project. Mohit was equally young and my father felt that the project needed a fresher, younger perspective and he suggested my name. Mr Bhatt readily agreed to meet me. That’s how we all connected and the journey began.
You have had a long association with Mohit Suri and you have also composed for Saiyaara. What can we expect from it?
Mohit and I started our careers together and it’s been a long fruitful association consistently. I feel he understands the space a composer needs to create and he is also equally very clear about what he is seeking. In Saiyaara, the protagonist is a musician and the song I’ve created conveys his feelings for his beloved.
How many songs have you composed in Saiyaara?
There is one song and an unplugged version of the same.
You recently announced ‘Master Of Melody’. What is it all about?
Master of Melody is an EP that is being presented by T Series. One song is already out and we have plans to put out more. It’s exciting because it allows me to go beyond the constraints of a script or a character and explore.
You have formed a lovely association with Anil Sharma and the songs of Vanvaas (2024) were lovely. Though the songs got good viewership, they didn’t become chartbusters that they deserved to be. Does it sadden you when genuine works don’t get their due?
I’m glad you liked the music of Vanvaas. I genuinely feel that the longevity of music in a movie outlives the movie. In fact, it is the music that generates curiosity in the first instance. But there are countless examples when a movie has not done well but the music has been loved. So, one has to accept it and move on. And that is true for everyone in the fraternity.
The concert trend has picked up big time. Many of your contemporaries are taking all-India and even global tours. Do you have any such plans?
Over the last couple of years post-Covid, I decided to start performing live very actively. With a few of my close aides, I designed a brand-new set and we have been on the road performing across the country from metro cities to the hinterlands and the response has been superlative. My management is in talks with one of the world’s most prominent touring companies to curate a world tour. We shall announce it once things are firmed up.
Besides Saiyaara, what are your other forthcoming projects?
I’m working on Border 2 where I’m doing the entire score. There is also Anil Sharma’s next and a couple of others that are ready to be announced shortly.
In these 20 years, you have worked with several prominent filmmakers. Is there any filmmaker that you haven’t worked with and desire to collaborate with?
I’ve enjoyed working with all the filmmakers over the past several years and I’m always open to working with more, whether they are established or freshers. I have never had prejudice in that sense.
You have not worked with the 3 Khans (Shah Rukh Khan, Salman Khan, Aamir Khan) yet. Do you wish to collaborate with them and is there any possibility of it?
I did mention this in a recent podcast of mine too that I have no barriers or reservations and that I’m quite open to the possibility of working with either or all 3 of the Khans if the opportunity presents itself.
Also Read: T-Series unveils ‘Tu Saath Hai Toh’, the first romantic single from Mithoon’s upcoming album ‘Master of Melody’
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