Anusha Mani is an Indian female playback singer who works actively in the Bollywood film industry.
Her big break came in 2007 when Shankar Mahadevan of Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy offered her the chance to sing the track Dhoka from Johnny Gaddaar after listening to an album she’d appeared on. She has since then worked on about six albums with the trio to date. She had also sung and written the track Dil Mein Jaagi from the Dev.D, which won Amit Trivedi the National Film Award for Best Music Direction. She also does concerts for musicians.
Catch Anusha Mani in conversation with WF President, Ms. Namita Nayyar on her journey, love for music, diet, lifestyle!
Ms. Namita Nayyar
Anusha, you learnt Carnatic music in childhood and then shifted to working as a playback singer in Bollywood, how would you describe your journey?
Ms. Anusha Mani
My journey happened purely through divine intervention. Learning music was mandatory in the house but I never intended on taking up music professionally. I met Amit Trivedi through a college friend and started singing for jingles, chorus etc. One thing led to another and here I am.
Ms. Namita Nayyar
You have worked with Shankar Madhvan, how was your experience working with him?
Ms. Anusha Mani
Working with Shankar ji has been magical. I don’t think I would be the artist I am without being in his presence. The way he guided me in a recording or a live show taught me a lot. His talent, his humility and the way he treats everyone is truly inspiring.
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