Top 89 Quotes & Sayings by Mohit Chauhan
Explore popular quotes and sayings by an Indian musician Mohit Chauhan.
Last updated on September 17, 2024.
One has to create music with mass appeal and not something which is niche. With niche music, you will only go a small distance.
My own experience suggests that where there is tourism, there are tigers. And that's the reality.
The whole basis of conserving is not about nature - it is about people. If we don't look after the people surrounding the place, and if they don't have the value of preserving it in their pockets, then they are not going to preserve it.
As I was born and brought up in Himachal Pradesh, I used to listen to a lot of Hindi songs over radio apart from ghazals, western music, and 'Himachali' folk songs.
I finished my university, was part of NSD, and did full length plays on stages.
My wedding was a very private affair for close family and friends, so I had decided to hold a reception in my native town.
I like traveling, eating, and relaxing at home.
My cousin lives in Delhi, so I kept visiting the city and got really fascinated with DU. Apart from studies, one also gets good exposure to music here. For an artist, there are a lot of opportunities in the city.
I still like to play songs from my Silk Route days at concerts.
When you sing for a film, you are not in control, because somebody else is directing it; somebody is doing the lyrics.
It was in Delhi when I started doing jingles and making money through music.
I am really thankful to the audiences that they have appreciated all my songs and I have managed to touch their soul.
In schools, if you go to teach kids with less interest in music the nuances of music, they feel deviated, as it is very technical. But teaching them songs, to begin with, creates a natural desire in them to know the other country, their eating habits, the way they dress up, how they look, and other things.
In 'Boondien' I worked with a band where everyone had their own instrument to play.
There's always a market for music.
It is good to have competition because that helps you survive in the long run.
The great tradition of Delhi can be seen through its cuisine.
Be it a musician or an artiste, everybody likes to be in their comfort zone because that's where you are most happy.
The real deal is when you are friends with someone said since ninth standard or college days: the person who has been with you through your struggle and stayed with you through thick and thin.
Since I am an avid singer and a lot of my fans want to hear me sing, I thought it will be really nice to sing my songs online so that more people could watch me, and I thought digital is the best way to connect with everyone.
In terms of creativity, both are equally satisfying. Music album is for yourself, where you compose songs and stuff like that, and in films, you have a story, characters, and songs penned by someone else.
I was making music simultaneously while studying B. Sc. and M. Sc.
I have a great liking for the Chamba folk music, which depicts the beauty of women and the mountains with a touch of Indian classical music.
I always say a song is like a ship. Once it has been made, you let it sail. Let the waves take it in the direction it wants to.
I was offered a jingle, and that led to another one, followed by composing music for documentaries. It got me in contact with other artistes on the scene. We would meet, jam up, and that's how Silk Route was formed.
Not many people know, but Pahari songs are amazing.
You should create music which comes from within and not bother about anything else.
It is hard work composing a song for a film and showing it to makers: 50% of the tune remains the same, and the remaining 50% is changed to suit the script.
I not only composed music for my albums but also for the film 'Main, Meri Patni Aur Woh.'
Friendship formed in the glamour industry comes with mutual benefits, which is nice, but it is not the real deal.
I did a lot of theatre.
I have sung some great songs, and fortunately, all have gone to become hits.
Acting was always there in my mind, but I never tried too hard to take it up. I had to pay my bills, so I did whatever came my way. Music happened first, so I took it up quite passionately.
My parents tell me that I've been singing since I was really young.
I'm just fortunate to get to sing songs composed by such great musicians. It's a bonus that the songs have been received well.
I sang so many beautiful compositions, but 'Rockstar' was indeed magic.
It never occurred to me that I'd be a musician. I was just drunk on music, jamming with friends, chilling out with lot of music around.
After a song comes out, it doesn't remain yours.
I try to sing every number to the best of my ability, and I am glad people like it. I believe every number is special with a soul of its own.
I studied science. And I had a group of friends who were heavily into music and theatre.
I am getting to work with some good musicians, artistes, and composers.
Music has been an important part of my life.
If I had planned to be a singer, I would have got trained. In fact, I was more into theatre and plays while growing up.
I was born and brought up in Himalchal Pradesh, so I have bond with mountains and love being surrounded by them. So I love Nepal.
I just try to sing every song with sincerity.
Who could think that children from the pockets of Himalaya sing folklore from Scotland and vice versa? Such an education in the initial years develops compassion and mutual respect for each other's skills.
Music has always been a part of my life. It's my way of expression.
It's very challenging to be a playback singer in Bollywood.
I don't do any special preparations before recording any number, nothing like deep breathing or meditation.
I do agree that when a singer sings all the songs for one actor in a film, the impact is much better.
Music, to me, is something that connects to the soul.
One of the most iconic films ever made was 'Sholay.'
My personal favourites include J. J. Cale, R. D. Burman, Mehdi Hassan, and Ghulam Ali.
I can't take credit for the success of my songs.
'Fitoor,' in a way, signifies my journey through the years. It's a collection of 10 songs that I have written. It's basically about what I have been experiencing.
The one sure way of participating in the process of nation-building is to vote on the election day.
Music has no borders, which is most important.
After Silk Route disbanded I came on my own, and through the years, I have sung a few film songs while writing songs for my album.
If I get an offer, and I think there is something I can do, then I will think about it... I am ready to consider any film and TV acting offers, provided it is great.
It's a great feeling to be appreciated by music lovers.
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