 Anu
Maliik
Son of veteran music director Sardar Maliik, Anu Maliik made
his debut as a music composer in 1981. After considerable struggle,
the 90s cheered Anu with hits like Phir Teri Kahani Yaad
Ayi, Baazigar, Jaanam and many more. Today,
he is one of the most successful music directors in the industry.
Known for his versatile compositions, Anu has given music
to a variety of films without being repetitive, which is said
to be his success mantra. The beginning of the millennium
saw him winning the National Award for his soulful music for
J P Dutta’s Refugee and the Filmfare Special Jury Award
for his outstanding contribution to music. He also won the
Filmfare Best Music Director Award for Main Hoon Na
and Baazigar.
Anu has also come out with his own albums and won fanfare
for popular songs like Garam Chaye ki Pyali, Gori
Gori and the recent Meri Jane Jigar.
Anu Maliik judged the television phenomenon Indian Idol
for the last two seasons and he continues to be a member of
the jury for the third season. He remains the favourite among
viewers and contestants with his straight talk coupled with
‘singing shayari comments’. |