<p class="title">A software engineer by profession, Abhilash Gupta switched a couple of careers before he realised that his heart lay in music. Abhilash is now a popular playback singer in the Kannada film industry and has carved a niche for himself in this segment. His last project, ‘Heegondu Dina’ was noticed for its unique tunes and gripping narrative. Abhilash talks to Metrolife about his journey so far. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What prompted you to quit a high-paying job to pursue music?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I was a gold medallist in college and was always academically inclined. Towards the end of college, I realised that when it came to my career, I want to do something that I was passionate about. Throughout my life, I’ve always had an inclination towards music. I entered corporate life and understood that it was not for me. I would not be able to survive a nine to five job.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What do you think has shaped your career?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">The turning point of my career was when I discovered that I could write music. I could convey my emotions in words and tune them too. Hindi is my forte when it comes to writing music. I grew up listening to Hindi film music and classical tunes. I can write and describe how I feel best in Hindi. Writing and composing music has given me a big break.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are the different kinds of music that you enjoy? </strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I love jazz. It inspires me to do something different. I also love listening to blues, Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Some of the artists I enjoy listening to are John Mayer, Bryan Adams, A R Rahman and Shankar Mahadevan. Different people have inspired me at different times.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>Have you had any formal training?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I am a Carnatic classical junior and I have been learning classical Hindustani for the last five years. I was also a student of Manjula Gururaj and trained under her in playback singing.</p>.<p class="Question">bI think light-hearted themes are nice. Youthful stories are where my strength lies. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are your future plans?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">My future projects include two untitled feature films and music videos. I have collaborated with Sunidhi Chauhan for one of them. </p>
<p class="title">A software engineer by profession, Abhilash Gupta switched a couple of careers before he realised that his heart lay in music. Abhilash is now a popular playback singer in the Kannada film industry and has carved a niche for himself in this segment. His last project, ‘Heegondu Dina’ was noticed for its unique tunes and gripping narrative. Abhilash talks to Metrolife about his journey so far. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What prompted you to quit a high-paying job to pursue music?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I was a gold medallist in college and was always academically inclined. Towards the end of college, I realised that when it came to my career, I want to do something that I was passionate about. Throughout my life, I’ve always had an inclination towards music. I entered corporate life and understood that it was not for me. I would not be able to survive a nine to five job.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What do you think has shaped your career?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">The turning point of my career was when I discovered that I could write music. I could convey my emotions in words and tune them too. Hindi is my forte when it comes to writing music. I grew up listening to Hindi film music and classical tunes. I can write and describe how I feel best in Hindi. Writing and composing music has given me a big break.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are the different kinds of music that you enjoy? </strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I love jazz. It inspires me to do something different. I also love listening to blues, Carnatic and Hindustani classical music.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Some of the artists I enjoy listening to are John Mayer, Bryan Adams, A R Rahman and Shankar Mahadevan. Different people have inspired me at different times.</p>.<p class="Question"><strong>Have you had any formal training?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">I am a Carnatic classical junior and I have been learning classical Hindustani for the last five years. I was also a student of Manjula Gururaj and trained under her in playback singing.</p>.<p class="Question">bI think light-hearted themes are nice. Youthful stories are where my strength lies. </p>.<p class="Question"><strong>What are your future plans?</strong></p>.<p class="bodytext">My future projects include two untitled feature films and music videos. I have collaborated with Sunidhi Chauhan for one of them. </p>