Anu Malik
Anu Malik | |
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 Malik at the Colors TV annual bash. | |
| Born | Anwar Sardar Malik 2 November 1960[1] Mumbai, Maharashtra, India |
| Children | Anmol Malik[2] |
| Musical career | |
| Occupation(s) | Singer, composer, music director |
| Years active | 1980–present |
Anwar Sardar Malik (born 2 November 1960), best known as Anu Malik, is an Indian Music Director and Singer. He is an Indian National Award and Filmfare Award winning music director, who primarily composes Bollywood music for the Hindi film industry.[3] Known as one of the mega music composers of 90s in India, he is the son of Sardar Malik. Anu Malik made his debut as a music composer in 1980 with the film Hunterwali 77. He is also the only Music Director in Bollywood to win Filmfare Special Award(For the movie Refugee).
As a music director, he has composed music for various genres of films,[4][5] and has created several commercially successful songs for the Hindi (Bollywood) film music industry. Malik is known for the use of the tabla in his songs, including "Taal Pe Ja"' and "Mere Humsafar" from the film Refugee, "Tumse Milke Dilka Jo Haal" from Main Hoon Na, "Eli Re Eli" from Yaadein and "Baazigar O Baazigar" from the film Baazigar.
In 1993, Malik created the songs for Mahesh Bhatt’s Sir and Phir Teri Kahaani Yaad Aayee, along with music for Baazigar, Main Khiladi Tu Anari (1994) and Akele Hum Akele Tum (1995). Later, his music for Virasat (1997) and Border (1997) and his songs for Indra Kumar's Ishq (1997) were commercially successful. This was followed by the music for Jaanam Samjha Karo (1999), Baadshah (1999), Josh (2000), Refugee (2000), Har Dil Jo Pyaar Karega (2000) and Fiza (2000).
In 2001, Malik gave music in the films like Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai, Aks, Ajnabee, Yaadein and Aśoka. In 2004, he composed the music for Main Hoon Na (2004), Fida (2004) and Murder (2004). His recent work includes music for Kambakkht Ishq, Shootout at Wadala, Yamla Pagla Deewana and Dum Laga Ke Haisha.[6]
Malik had been judging the television show Indian Idol[7] since its inception until October 2018 when he left the show following allegations of sexual harassment.[8]
Style of music
The movie Baazigar and Main Hoon Na received the Filmfare Award for Best Music Direction.
"The music of Asoka has a rhythm and life of its own as it recreates a heady mix of powerful sensuousness. The high point of "San Sanana" is the interesting use of the mridang. Sensuality casts its spell in "Raat Ka Nasha" as immensely engaging track. "Roshni Se" is a rich composition, which includes some awesome Buddhist chanting and the intriguing vocal chemistry between Abhijeet and Alka Yagnik. "O Re Kanchi" captures the earthy feel of Oriya music, in addition to some funky drumbeats and enthusiastic vocals. "Aa Tayar Hoja" proves to be a fast-paced, upbeat track that promises to grow on you after a couple of hearings."[9]
Collaborations
Malik and Alisha Chinai jointly composed the commercially successful singles "Sexy Sexy" and "Ruk Ruk Ruk" from Vijaypath, "Chot Dil Pe Lagi" from Ishq Vishk and the songs from Love Story 2050.
His collaborations with Indian film lyricist Javed Akhtar have included songs from Border in 1997, Refugee in 2000, LOC Kargil in 2003, and Umrao Jaan in 2006.
Malik has worked with Indian playback singers including Mohammed Rafi, Kishore Kumar, Asha Bhonsle, Kumar Sanu, Udit Narayan, Abhijeet, Amit Kumar, Sonu Nigam, Zubeen Garg, Alka Yagnik, Kavita Krishnamurthy, Anuradha Paudwal, Sadhana Sargam, K. S. Chitra, Vinod Rathod, Shaan, KK, Shreya Ghoshal, Sunidhi Chauhan, Monali Thakur, Papon and others. During the 80s, he mostly worked with singers such as Mohammad Aziz, Shabbir Kumar, Manhar Udhas, Suresh Wadkar, Nitin Mukesh and Anwar.
Kumar Sanu and Alka Yagnik sang in most of the singles composed by Malik. This trio collaborated on films such as Sir, Phool Aur Angaar, Phir Teri Kahani Yaad Aayee, Vijaypath, Baazigar, Main Khiladi Tu Anari, Imtihaan, Chamatkar, Gambler, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Duplicate, Kareeb, Soldier, Aarzoo, Ishq Vishk and Fida. Sanu and Yagnik were regular singers for Anu Malik and Malik created many songs individually with Sanu such as "Aaine Ke Sau Tukde" from Maa (1991) and the single "Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen" from Baazigar (1993) (Malik sang the rap part of the song) among others. It was Sanu's first Western song.
Malik collaborated with Udit Narayan in Mr. and Mrs. Khiladi, Akele Hum Akele Tum, Ram Jaane, Diljale, Himalay Putra, Ishq, Hum Aapke Dil Mein Rehte Hain, Refugee, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Fiza, Badal, Saaya and with Abhijeet in Baadshah, Asoka, Josh, Daraar and many others.
He has worked with Indian singer[10] and fellow Indian Idol judge Sonu Nigam, who sang in the song "Ke Ghar Kab Aaoge from the film Border in 1997. The two have since continued to collaborate, with Malik providing Nigam songs including "Main Hoon Na" and Tumse Milke Dilka Jo Haal"' from the film Main Hoon Na, for which the singer received several awards. They also collaborated on music for films such as Ab Tumhare Hawale Watan Saathiyo, Border, Fiza, Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, Humko Deewana Kar Gaye, Jaan-E-Mann, LOC: Kargil, Mujhse Shaadi Karogi and Refugee.
In the 2006 film Umrao Jaan, Malik launched his daughter Anmol Malik's singing career with the song "Bitiya Na Kijo."
Malik's song "Chamma Chamma" from China Gate was also used in the U.S. (Hollywood) film Moulin Rouge! starring Nicole Kidman. "Chunari Chunari" from Biwi No.1 was also used in the film Monsoon Wedding.
Following the death of music director R. D. Burman, Malik has completed music for Burman's unfinished film projects Gang and Ghatak.
Television
Malik remained one of the judges on the TV show Indian Idol throughout each season till it ended. In the first two seasons, he was accompanied by Sonu Nigam and Farah Khan, and in the third by Alisha Chinai, Udit Narayan and Javed Akhtar. He was a judge in the first Asian Idol held in Indonesia, representing Indian Idol. He appeared on Indian Idol 4 with Sonali Bendre, Kailash Kher and Javed Akhtar. After that, he appeared as a judge with Sunidhi Chauhan and Salim Merchant in Indian Idol 5.
Farah Khan and Malik were the judges for Entertainment Ke Liye Kuch Bhi Karega, a variety entertainment reality show that airs on Sony Entertainment Television (India) on weekdays.
Malik was the only judge from India on Asian Idol, who represented Indian Idol winner Abhijeet Sawant, with other judges Indra Lesmana, Paul Moss, Pilita Corrales, Ken Lim and Siu Black. He is also the judge (with Farah Khan & Sonu Nigam) of the Indian Idol 7 (2016–17).
Singer
Although he is not a mainstream singer, Malik does playback singing[11] for his compositions. Written off as a singer in his early days ("Julie Julie," for instance), he continues to sing his own compositions, with songs such as "Ek Garam Chaye ki Pyali" from the movie Har Dil Jo Pyar Karega, "Gori Gori" in Main Hoon Na or the recent "Meri Jane Jigar" in Deewane Huye Paagal. Among his works are "Oonchi Hai Building"[12] and "East or West India is the best" from the movie Judwaa.[13] and the rap part of "Yeh Kaali Kaali Aankhen" of Baazigar.
While he sings entire songs for some movies, especially those starring Sunil Shetty, Paresh Rawal, Akshay Kumar and Shahid Kapoor (in Deewane Huye Paagal he sang almost every song), and has also sung as part of a chorus in "Mehbooba Mehbooba" in the film Ajnabee, and "Tumse Milke Dilka Jo Haal" for Main Hoon Na.
His albums include Dekho Barish Ho Rahi Hai, Tera Chehra, Dhua Dhua and an English album, Eyes.
Personal life
Malik is married to Anju.[14] They have two daughters: Ada Malik and Anmol Malik. Anmol Malik is also a Bollywood playback singer.
Controversies
Pakistani Qawwali musician Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan has claimed that Anu Malik has copied some of his songs, including "Mera Piya Ghar Aaya" in Yaarana (1995) which was allegedly identical to Khan's song of the same name.[15] Khan was reportedly tolerant towards Malik and other Bollywood music directors plagiarising his songs.[16][17] In one interview, Khan jokingly gave "Best Copy" awards to Viju Shah and Anu Malik.[18] In his defense, Malik claimed that he loved Khan's music and was actually showing admiration by using his tunes.[17] However, Khan was reportedly aggrieved when Malik turned his spiritual "Allah Hoo, Allah Hoo" into "I Love You, I Love You" in Auzaar.[16] Khan said "he has taken my devotional song Allahu and converted it into I love you. He should at least respect my religious songs."[17]
In October 2018, Anu Malik was accused of sexual harassment by four women in separate claims, out of which two were anonymous.[19] One accusation came from singer Shweta Pandit, who said Malik had made an unwanted sexual pass during an audition.[20][21] Lyricist Sameer came out in support of Anu Malik, saying that he was present during the audition where the harassment of Pandit was claimed to have happened.[22] Malik denied the allegations[21], but the public backlash resulted in him leaving as a judge for Indian Idol.[23][24]
Awards and nominations
Malik was awarded a Silver Lotus for his music for J.P. Dutta's Refugee and the Filmfare Special Jury Award. He also won the Filmfare Best Music Director Award for Main Hoon Na and Baazigar.[25]
He is a seven-time winner from 42 nominations for best music director, including 14 nominations for the Filmfare Award for Best Music Director.[26]
| Year | Film | Category | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | Refugee | Best Music Direction | Won |
- Filmfare Awards
- 1994 – Winner, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Baazigar
- 2001 – Winner, Filmfare Special Award – Refugee
- 2005 – Winner, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Main Hoon Na
- 1985 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Sohni Mahiwal (1984)
- 1995 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Main Khiladi Tu Anari
- 1996 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Akele Hum Akele Tum
- 1998 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Virasat (1997 film)
- 1998 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Border
- 1999 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Soldier
- 2000 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Biwi No.1
- 2000 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Haseena Maan Jaayegi
- 2001 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Josh
- 2001 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Fiza
- 2002 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai
- 2002 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Aśoka (2001 film)
- 2004 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – LOC: Kargil
- 2005 – Nominated, Filmfare Best Music Director Award – Murder
- Zee Cine Awards
- 2016 – Winner, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Dum Laga Ke Haisha
- 2005 – Winner, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Main Hoon Na
- 1998 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Border
- 1999 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Soldier
- 2000 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Haseena Maan Jaayegi
- 2000 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Biwi No.1
- 2001 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Refugee
- 2001 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Fiza
- 2002 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – Asoka
- 2004 – Nominated, Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director – LOC: Kargil
- Star Screen Awards
- 2005 – Winner, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Main Hoon Na
- 2004 – Winner, Star Screen Award Special Tribute – Artist of the decade
- 1995 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Main Khiladi Tu Anari
- 1996 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Akele Hum Akele Tum
- 1998 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Border
- 1999 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Soldier
- 2000 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Haseena Maan Jaayegi
- 2000 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Biwi No.1
- 2001 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Refugee
- 2001 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Fiza
- 2002 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Asoka
- 2004 – Nominated, Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – LOC: Kargil
- 2004 – Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
- 2005 – Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
- 2007 – Star Screen Award for Best Music Director – Jaan-E-Mann
- International Indian Film Academy Awards – Anu Malik has highest nominations (7) without a win
- 2005 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Murder
- 2005 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Main Hoon Na
- 2004 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – LOC Kargil
- 2004 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Munna Bhai M.B.B.S.
- 2002 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Mujhe Kuch Kehna Hai
- 2001 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Fiza
- 2001 – Nominated, IIFA Award for Best Music Director – Josh
- Other
- 2005 – Winner, Popular Award – Best Music Director for Main Hoon Na (2004)
- 2010 – Winner, Asha Bhosle Award – Outstanding Contribution In Music
- 2010 – Winner, Indian Telly Awards – Best reality show judge
- 2014 – Winner, Giants International Awards – lifetime achievement in Music
- 2015 – Winner, Big Star Entertainment Awards – 92.7 BIG FM – Suhana Safar Music Award[27]
Discography
References
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- ^ "Bollywood songs copied from Pakistan will break your heart". The Times of India. 19 January 2018.
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