“In movies, the composers and decision makers are different, so we don't come across classical songs often in films due to lack of interest. The decision makers are non-musical people, so one doesn't get to hear more classical songs in films.”

Indian singer and composer

Shankar Mahadevan is an Indian singer and composer best known as a member of the Shankar-Ehsaan-Loy trio, which creates music for Indian films. He has been active across playback singing and composition, and his work is closely associated with contemporary Hindi cinema. His songs and compositions have made him a familiar name in Indian popular music. In 2023, Birmingham City University awarded him an honorary doctorate, recognizing his contribution to music.