I don't think about awards while composing: Ilayaraja

I don't think about awards while composing: Ilayaraja
Friday, September 17, 2010 12:23 IST
By Santa Banta News Network
Legendary composer Ilayaraja, who bagged the National Award for the best background score for Malayalam film "Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja", says he never thinks about awards while composing music.

When asked whether he expected the award, he said: "I don't think about awards and such diversions. I think only about music."

Starring Mammootty, the film revolves around King Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja who revolted against the erstwhile British East India Company when they imposed high revenue policies upon the people of Kottayam kingdom.

Ilayaraja also thanked director Hariharan and production team executive Pravin for their support during the making of the film.

"I composed the score in 15 days and sent it to Budapest... We recorded it with a symphony orchestra, " he told reporters Wednesday after the 57th National Film Awards were announced.

Speaking about the art of composing music, he said: "Mere keyboard playing is not composing music. When I did this background score ('Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja'), I envisioned each shot, the story and how it was going to be executed on screen and felt the music and situation.

That is composing... when you create something, the feelings of the director should get translated into the music. This has happened in this ('Kerala Varma Pazhassi Raja')."
Marvel's Unexpected Team-up is here! Thunderbolts Tickets open now!

This isn’t just another chapter; it’s the beginning of a whole new era. With fresh alliances, unforeseen twists, and

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Kull - The Legacy Of The Raisingghs Trailer: One Family, One Curse, Too Many Secrets!

This summer, enter a realm where loyalty is fragile, secrets simmer beneath the surface, and blood

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Wamiqa Gabbi Radiates Emotion Ahead of 'Bhool Chuk Maaf' Release!

As anticipation builds for the release of Bhool Chuk Maaf, actress Wamiqa Gabbi has captured hearts on social

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Veer Pahariya Melts Hearts with Adorable Gym Session Featuring His Pet Dog!

Bollywood’s newest action sensation, Veer Pahariya, recently gave fans a heartwarming glimpse into his

Saturday, April 26, 2025
Saif Ali Khan says he hated himself on the first day of shooting Jewel Thief: The Heist Begins in IMDb exclusive!

Jewel Thief- The Heist Begins, the action heist thriller starring Saif Ali Khan, Jaideep Ahlawat, Kunal Kapoor

Saturday, April 26, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT
ADVERTISEMENT