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Singer Bagchi: Classical Roots Fuel Diverse Vocals
22 Aug
Summary
- Singer Madhubanti Bagchi almost quit music after M.Tech degree.
- Oscar-winner M.M. Keeravani's call redirected her career.
- Classical training enables her versatile singing across genres.
Playback singer and composer Madhubanti Bagchi reflected on her artistic journey, revealing that she once contemplated abandoning music. Following the completion of her M.Tech degree, Bagchi considered pursuing a conventional job in 2017 due to career uncertainties.
Her path took a significant turn when Oscar-winning composer M.M. Keeravani contacted her for a recording. This pivotal opportunity led her to relocate from Kolkata and recommit to her musical aspirations.
Bagchi also expressed initial hesitations regarding the remake of existing songs, specifically mentioning her reservations about reinterpreting Usha Uthup's 'Ramba Ho' for the film 'Dhurandhar'.
She underscored the challenging nature of a career in the arts, noting that success is not assured even with complete dedication. Bagchi credits her classical Hindustani vocal training for her remarkable versatility, enabling her to perform a wide array of musical styles.
