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Vishal–Shekhar are an Indian music composition, production, singing, and songwriting duo consisting of Vishal Dadlani and Shekhar Ravjiani from Mumbai. Known predominantly for their work as music composers in Hindi cinema, Vishal–Shekhar have also recorded in Telugu, Tamil and Marathi with the likes of Akon , The Vamps , Imogen Heap and Diplo .
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Vishal Dadlani was born on Thursday, 28 June 1973 (age 51 years; as of 2023) in Bandra, West Bombay, Maharashtra. He grew up in Bandra, Mumbai, where he did his schooling. After completing his schooling at Hill Grange High School in South Bombay, he joined Jai Hind College, the University of Mumbai for two years, and afterwards, he went on to compl...
Pentagram
Pentagram is an Indian rock band that was formed in 1994, and Vishal is the lead singer in the band. It consists of three more members in which Shiraz Bhattacharya plays the drum, Randolph Correia is on guitar and Papal Mane is on bass. They are considered to be the forerunner in the field of independent music bands. Their debut album, We Are Not Listening, was released in 1996 and renowned poet and lyricist Javed Akhtar and music artist Shankar Mahadevanwere featured in his album. After its...
Vishal-Shekhar: The Dynamic Duo
The duo was formed in 1999, and they went on to compose music for many popular films including Om Shanti Om (2007), Ra. One (2011), Student of The Year (2012), and Chennai Express (2013) The duo is counted among the best musicians in the Indian music industry.
The Big Break in Bollywood
Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy was the first who gave Vishal an opportunity to sing in Bollywood films. The first song in which he lent his voice was “Kiss of Love” from the Bollywood film ‘Jhoom Barabar Jhoom’ in 2007; however, it was the song ‘Dhoom Again’ from the film ‘Dhoom 2’ that was released earlier than ‘Kiss of Love.’ Vishal’s songs have a wide range from pop to rock and from classical to modern. He has recorded more than 100 tracks, and most of them are superhits including Kurban Hua, Dhan Te...
Caution: No More Remix!
In 2019, he raised his voice against the culture of remixing songs in Bollywood. While talking about his song ‘Saaki’ from Bollywood film Musafir (2004), Dadlani said that he would sue anyone who would try to remix Vishal-Shekhar songs anymore. The song ‘Saaki’ was recreated by Tanishk Bagchifor the Bollywood film Batla House (2019). In an interview, Dadlani talked about this and said,
Mocking a Jain monk
In 2016, Vishal tweeted a disrespectful tweet while showing anger and making fun of Jain monk Muni Tarun Sagar. Muni’s followers heavily criticised him and asked him to render an apology. He tweeted, Punjab and Haryana High Court fined him for the Tweet. The Times Of IndiaLater on, he decided to meet the monk and apologize for the big mistake he made.
Chennai Express: Dadlani and Honey Singh Row
Reportedly, when Honey Singh was offered a song in Shah Rukh khan’s film ‘Chennai Express’ Dadlani was not happy with the decision of Shah Rukh Khan and the team of ‘Chennai Express’ as he did not want a singer like Honey Singh to get associated with the project. Earlier, Dadlani had criticized Honey Singh for his misogynistic approach to his songs. The Free Press JournalDadlani tweeted, Honey Singh came to promote his song “Saiyan Ji” with Nushrat Bharuchaon the set of Indian Idol 12, where...
Filmfare R.D. Burman Award for New Music Talent for the film ‘Jhankaar Beats’ in 2004IIFA Award for Best Song Recording for ‘Chammak Challo’ from ‘Ra One’ in 2012Zee Cine Awards for Best Track of The Year for ‘Chammak Challo’ from ‘Ra One’ in 2012Zee Cine Awards for Best Track of The Year for ‘Radha’ from ‘Student of The Year’ in 2013Mirchi Music Awards for Listener’s Choice Song of the Year for ‘Radha’ from ‘Student of The Year’ in 2013Food: Sindhi dishesActor: Shah Rukh KhanActress: Madhuri DixitCricketer: Sachin TendulkarMovie: BorderSinger(s): Raghu Dixit, Shaan, and Nikhil D’souzaVishal is a celebrity supporter of AAP (Aam Aadmi Party) and actively promotes it. He has even made a song for the party.
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Vishal Dadlani (born 28 June 1973) is an Indian singer, songwriter, actor and music composer. He is one half of the duo Vishal–Shekhar, Front Man and vocalist of one of India's leading rock bands Pentagram.
In the vibrant tapestry of Bollywood music, Vishal Dadlani and Shekhar Ravjiani, collectively known as Vishal–Shekhar, stand as a dynamic and influential duo. Renowned for their prowess in music composition, production, singing, and songwriting, the duo has left an indelible mark on the Indian music industry.
Nov 18, 2018 · Vishal frontlines one of the biggest Indian bands Pentagram while Shekhar has a solo career, too. However, in the indie space, they haven’t collaborated yet. “That’s going to happen soon,” reveals the soft-spoken singer-composer, adding, “There will be an announcement of something big.”
Dec 13, 2013 · Catch up with the famous music director duo in an exclusive chat on what makes them inseparable. Shekhar Ravjiani and Vishal Dadlani. Photo: Mandar Deodhar. Question: Both had been roped in separately to compose for Pyaar Mein Kabhi Kabhi and you did only one song on it together.
3M Followers, 557 Following, 3,233 Posts - VISHAL (@vishaldadlani) on Instagram: "Singer, Songwriter, Composer, Performer, Rockandroller, Paraglider.
