Amaal Mallik

“The meaning of the word 'remake' has changed so much over the years that from being a channel through which the younger generation heard classic melodies, it has now become a formula, a business model.”

“It is such an honor to be one of the youngest composers to compose for an Amitabh Bachchan film.”

“Our industry holds a musical perception about each emotion that we depict in our narrative. As music composers, our job is either to cater to that particular need or give it a contrast that grows on the audience in a way that it begins to sound more universal, than just obvious and expected.”

“Back in the '90s, we saw prominent non-film artists like the Bombay Vikings do a splendid job on old classics and people danced to those new tunes without ever feeling that the song had been spoiled. We slowly saw this trend creeping into mainstream cinema.”

“When you are a part of an all ensemble kind of thing, with many composers in one film, you get the freedom to work on one, or maybe two songs, and experiment without thinking too much about the film.”

“I became a music director because I never saw my father get the success he deserved.”

“I began working as an assistant since the age of 16 with my father Dabboo Malik, went on to work with composers like Amar Mohile, Salim-Sulaiman, Pritam Da, and Sandeep Chowta.”

“In a lot of ways life has come full circle for me, which I'm very grateful for.”

“Non-film music is a different world together, and unlike films, usually there are no actors, actresses or other superstars to help you carry the song, they can only share and support.”

“Due to the comparison with our dad and uncle, the expectations were humongous. From that to people saying that my music has my signature has been a long journey. The fight has been worth the while.”

“I think no composer knows he's creating a hit until the audience gives it a nod.”

“I love making soundtracks for video games, because it is a completely different challenge, and I get to do something different.”

“'Zara Thehro' stemmed from a thought of marrying two separate thoughts - musical and conceptual.”

“I have been quite open to the idea of working with any actor who wishes to sing for their films but only if their voice suits the song in hand.”

“I only think that awards are important to everybody and if not that, a nomination serves as a recognition and a positive drive to do better work.”

“First of all, with due respect to my dad, he wasn't an ace composer. He never got the success that my uncle did.”

“I am not looking to maintain an image.”

“I am a horror to work with for any singer. At first, no one will like to work with me, but it changes once the song releases.”

“Upcoming composers in Bollywood are falling prey to the volume game, without caring what they are doing to the history of Indian music, and that's something to worry about.”

“I like making music which connects to me and the real situations in life.”