Famed music composer Anirudh Ravichander, known for his reticence when it comes to interviews, has opened up about his work and the intricacies of his craft. He expressed three key reasons for his interview hiatus and explained why he chose to break the silence with Film Companion.
Over the past two years, Anirudh has been immersed in monumental projects like “Vikram,” “Jailer,” and “Jawan,” even though he initially aimed to limit himself to three films annually. The pandemic altered this plan significantly.
“Jawan” posed a unique challenge, demanding the composer’s expertise as it encapsulated a multitude of emotions and characters. Anirudh likened the experience to working on several films concurrently due to the intricacies of character development and their respective emotions.
In this exclusive interview, Anirudh delved into the distinctive musical approach taken for “Jawan.” He shared how they carefully tailored the soundtrack to match each character’s personality, from tribal-inspired melodies to classic rock anthems.
Anirudh’s success with “Jawan” has opened doors to more Hindi projects alongside his continued work in Tamil. This interview offers a rare insight into the musical brilliance of Anirudh Ravichander, poised to make waves in the cinematic world.