Cinedreams Indi Music Festival
Singer/Music Director
Anup Jalota is a renowned Indian singer and musician, best known for his soulful renditions of bhajans and ghazals. Popularly called the Bhajan Samrat, he has captivated audiences with timeless devotional songs like Aisi Lagi Lagan and Jag Mein Sundar Hain Do Naam. With a career spanning decades, he has received numerous accolades for his contributions to Indian music.
Singer
Suresh Wadkar is a renowned Indian playback singer known for his soulful and versatile voice. With a career spanning several decades, he has sung for Bollywood films like Sadma, Prem Rog, and Masoom, as well as in Marathi and devotional music. A recipient of the National Film Award, his classical training and rich vocal texture have made him a respected figure in Indian music.
Music Director & Singer
Anu Malik is a renowned Indian music composer, singer, and songwriter known for his versatile and innovative compositions in Bollywood. With a career spanning decades, he has delivered iconic hits in films like Baazigar, Border, and Main Hoon Na. A National Film Award winner, he has also been a popular judge on Indian Idol. His unique musical style continues to leave a lasting impact on the industry.
Lyrics Writer
Sameer Anjaan is a renowned Indian lyricist known for his extensive contribution to Bollywood music. He holds a Guinness World Record for writing the most songs in Hindi cinema. Following in the footsteps of his father, the legendary lyricist Anjaan, Sameer has penned lyrics for thousands of songs across multiple decades, collaborating with top composers like Nadeem-Shravan, Jatin-Lalit, and Anand-Milind. His iconic works include songs from films like Aashiqui, Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, Kuch Kuch Hota Hai, and Dhadkan. Sameer’s poetic and emotional storytelling through lyrics has made him one of the most celebrated lyricists in the Indian music industry.
Music Director
Shikhar Santosh is a renowned music composer with over 13 years in the Indian and Nepalese music industries. Trained in Hindustani Classical music, he has worked on 16 Hindi films, 30 regional movies, and collaborated with legends like Lata Mangeshkar, Sonu Nigam, and Asha Bhosle. His notable works include Musa: The Most Wanted (T-Series) and The Flag (with Jatin-Lalit). In Nepal, his hits like Bachunjeli Lai and Pahadko Chuk Chuke Rail have made a lasting impact. Awarded multiple honors, he continues to create music that transcends borders.
Musician & Music Director
Liyakat Ajmeri, a seasoned piano musician, music director and arranger with 30 years of experience in the Bollywood music industry. With a stint at Venus Records, He has honed his skills in crafting memorable melodies and harmonies. His impressive portfolio includes work on various films, music videos and TV shows, i.e
Al Risala (international film),
Gumnaam,officer Arjun Singh IPS,1137 Ek Tera Saath,Nirdosh,Shubh Nikah & many Tv Prime Shows, showcasing his versatility and creativity. With a keen ear for detail and a passion for innovation, Liyakat continues to push the boundaries of music, inspiring audiences with his unique soundscapes.
Singer & Music Director
Saikat is a versatile figure in the entertainment industry, excelling as a filmmaker, music composer, actor, singer, and the Director of the Indian International Short Film Festival Awards and Global Independent Film Festival of India in Kolkata. He has also showcased his talents in journalism, serving as a news anchor and reporter for platforms like Doordarshan and CTVN’s ‘WORLD NEWS.’ Saikat’s on-stage charisma shines through numerous performances, and as a lyricist, he has penned soulful tracks for films and albums. His proficiency extends to video editing and graphics. Starting his filmmaking journey in 2006, Saikat gained recognition with the film “…ebong Amra(..and we the people)” in 2016, earning praise from critics worldwide and garnering numerous nominations and awards. Since then, he has directed 35 short films, 3 documentaries, and over 50 music videos, accumulating more than 200 international and national awards for his diverse body of work.