Basic Information:
- Full Name: Amit Trivedi
- Date of Birth: April 8, 1979
- Place of Birth: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- Nationality: Indian
- Occupation: Music Composer, Singer, Lyricist
- Genres: Bollywood, Indie, Folk, Rock, Jazz, Classical, Electronica
- Years Active: 2001–Present
Early Life & Musical Journey
Amit Trivedi was born and raised in Mumbai in a middle-class Gujarati family. From a young age, he was deeply interested in music, learning various instruments and experimenting with different sounds.
During his college years, he joined a local music band and started composing music. His early inspirations included Indian classical, folk, and Western rock music, which later shaped his unique style.
Musical Career
Early Struggles & Breakthrough (2001–2008)
Before entering Bollywood, Amit Trivedi worked in the advertising industry, composing jingles. He also worked on music albums and composed for theater productions.
His first major break came when he composed music for Abhijeet Sawant’s album “Junoon” (2007), but Bollywood recognition was still far away.
His big breakthrough came with the critically acclaimed film “Aamir” (2008), where he composed the entire soundtrack. His experimental and fresh music was highly appreciated, marking his entry into Bollywood.
Rise to Fame & Bollywood Success (2009–2015)
Dev.D (2009) – The Turning Point
Amit Trivedi gained massive recognition with Anurag Kashyap’s “Dev.D” (2009). His bold, experimental, and genre-defying music completely redefined Bollywood soundtracks.
Hit songs from Dev.D:
- “Emosanal Attyachar”
- “Pardesi”
- “Duniya”
- “Nayan Tarse”
His work on Dev.D won him the National Film Award for Best Music Direction, making him one of the most sought-after composers in Bollywood.
Key Bollywood Hits
2010s – The Golden Era
- Udaan (2010) – “Aazadiyan”, “Geet”
- No One Killed Jessica (2011) – “Dilli Dilli”, “Aali Re”
- Ishaqzaade (2012) – “Pareshaan”, “Jhalla Wallah”
- Lootera (2013) – “Sawaar Loon”, “Shikayatein”
- Queen (2014) – “London Thumakda”, “Badra Bahaar”, “O Gujariya”
- Bombay Velvet (2015) – “Mohabbat Buri Bimari”, “Dhadam Dhadam”
His ability to blend folk, jazz, rock, and electronic music made him Bollywood’s most experimental composer.
Independent Music & Live Performances (2015–Present)
After his Bollywood success, Amit started focusing on independent music under his label “Amit Trivedi Music”, releasing non-film songs and collaborations.
Major Independent Works
- “Chand on the Dance Floor” (2023) – A fusion of electronic and classical beats.
- “Madari” (Coke Studio India) – A folk-rock fusion hit.
- “Moti Veraana” (2020) – A Gujarati folk song loved by fans.
He is also a popular live performer, known for energetic concerts across India.
Awards & Recognition
Amit Trivedi has won multiple prestigious awards for his contribution to music, including:
- National Film Award – Best Music Direction for Dev.D (2009)
- Filmfare Awards – Best Background Score for Queen (2014)
- Mirchi Music Awards – Best Album of the Year for Andhadhun (2018)
- IIFA Awards – Best Music Direction for Manmarziyaan (2018)
His music has consistently pushed boundaries, redefining Bollywood compositions.
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