Did Pritam Really Overlook Amitabh Bhattacharya's Lyric Talent?
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Synopsis
Pritam's discovery of Amitabh Bhattacharya's hidden talent as a lyricist for 'Dev.D' opens a captivating discussion about the dynamics of mentorship in the music industry. His excitement about future projects adds intrigue to this story.
Key Takeaways
- Pritam was surprised to discover Amitabh Bhattacharya's lyric-writing talent.
- Amitabh served as Pritam's assistant before becoming a recognized lyricist.
- The collaboration between Pritam and Amitabh has evolved over time.
- Pritam is excited about upcoming projects with director Anurag.
- Mentorship can reveal hidden talents in the creative industry.
Mumbai, Aug 11 (NationPress) Renowned music composer Pritam, whose latest album ‘Metro... In Dino’ has just launched, expressed his astonishment upon discovering that Amitabh Bhattacharya penned the lyrics for ‘Dev.D’.
Amitabh, who served as Pritam's assistant for a significant period, had not revealed his lyric-writing prowess during their collaboration.
In a conversation with IANS after the success of ‘Metro... In Dino’, Pritam remarked, “Amitabh was one of my early assistants. When he approached me for work, I was still finding my footing in the industry. I thought he was a singer and didn’t realize he could write. I would often elevate everyone to lyricists.”
He recounted, “Amitabh Verma, who was my studio editor, I transformed into a lyricist. Mayur Puri, an assistant to Sanjay Gadhvi, also became a lyricist under my guidance. I wondered, ‘How did I miss Amitabh Bhattacharya’s talent?’ Ashish Pandit came in to sing, and I asked him to write a scratch for the presentation.”
“Since Hindi isn’t my first language, I don’t produce the scratches myself. I create anything, anticipating the director’s input. Upon learning that Amitabh wrote for ‘Dev.D’, I exclaimed, ‘This is our Pimpu, he penned this!’ I believe the first song he crafted for me was ‘Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai’. Since then, we’ve developed a strong partnership, and I now have great confidence in him for lyrics,” he added.
Previously, Pritam expressed his excitement about a fresh concept shared by the director, stating that Anurag has proposed a new idea, and he feels as enthusiastic about this upcoming project as he did for ‘Life in a Metro’.
Pritam mentioned to IANS, “Anurag has two or three innovative ideas. There’s one concept I can’t elaborate on, but I feel the same thrill for it as I did during the ‘Life in a Metro’ project; it’s something entirely new.”
“I’m unsure when Anurag will proceed with it, but I’m exceptionally excited about this idea. A completely novel concept. I hope he moves quickly on it,” he concluded.
Point of View
Pritam's acknowledgment of Amitabh Bhattacharya's lyricism highlights the often-overlooked talent within the music industry. This narrative reinforces the importance of mentorship and collaboration, showcasing how hidden talents can emerge in unexpected ways.
NationPress
19/08/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pritam's latest album?
Pritam's latest album is titled 'Metro... In Dino'.
Who wrote the lyrics for 'Dev.D'?
The lyrics for 'Dev.D' were written by Amitabh Bhattacharya.
What is Pritam's relationship with Amitabh Bhattacharya?
Amitabh Bhattacharya was Pritam's assistant for a long time before becoming a lyricist.
What new project is Pritam excited about?
Pritam is excited about a new idea proposed by director Anurag, which he likens to his enthusiasm for 'Life in a Metro'.
What was the first song Amitabh wrote for Pritam?
The first song Amitabh Bhattacharya wrote for Pritam was 'Once Upon a Time in Mumbaai'.
