Shaan, a name synonymous with the golden era of Bollywood music and indie pop, has voiced his feelings of being “underutilised” in the Hindi film industry over the past decade. Despite a career decorated with hits that include Musu Musu Haasi Deu, Woh Ladki Hai Kahan, Chand Sifarish, and Jab Se Tere Naina, the singer believes the last ten years haven’t been as favorable to him in Bollywood as before.
In a candid interview with PTI, Shaan shared his perspective on the changing dynamics of the music scene and how this shift has affected his career. “Sadly, in the last 10 to 15 years, I’ve been much underutilised and not been a part of those big Bollywood songs, like I used to be,” he remarked. However, Shaan sees a silver lining in this situation, considering it an opportunity for introspection and skill enhancement. “When you are constantly on a roll, there’s no time to introspect, no time to work on your skills,” he said, highlighting how a break from the relentless pace of Bollywood has allowed him to rediscover his passion for music.
For Shaan, the joy of singing transcends the platform or the scale of the project. “For a singer, the biggest thrill is when you are behind the mic creating music,” he expressed, indicating that despite the challenges, his passion for music remains undiminished. This period of relative quiet has reignited his “childlike passion and excitement,” a sentiment that fans of the artist will undoubtedly find heartening.
Shaan also touched upon the current music landscape, dominated by a new generation of artists such as Guru Randhawa, Neha Kakkar, Badshah, and the “last big exponent” of film music, Arijit Singh. He noted how many of today’s prominent figures initially rose to fame through non-film tracks, pointing out a shift in how music stars are born. “But today, film music is hardly giving you the big singing star,” he observed, underlining the challenges he faces in getting his non-film music to reach listeners.
At 51, Shaan’s journey through the Indian music industry reflects both the changing tastes of the audience and the evolving nature of music production and consumption. His insights offer a glimpse into the mind of an artist navigating these shifts, determined to refine his craft and continue bringing joy to fans, regardless of the medium.
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