Yashraj Mukhate on A.R. Rahman, Amit Trivedi, Shehnaaz Gill & Virat Kohli | Bani Anand | AAE S3

In this episode of AfterHours with All About Eve , Bani Anand sits down with Yashraj Mukhate, the internet sensation behind viral musical hits like "Twadda Kutta Tommy," "Biggini Shoot,", "Kokila Ben," and "Bing Bing Boo." Yashraj recounts his unexpected rise to fame with the Kokilaben remix, explaining how that viral moment turned his life upside down and jokingly expressing his desire to put her picture at the entrance of his house. Before going viral, Yashraj led a quiet life, composing jingles and performing at local events. Despite his love for music, he never regarded it as a full-time career until his remix gained massive popularity. His background in engineering, encouraged by his mother, provided him with a stable backup plan. However, his passion for music ultimately triumphed as he found a global audience for his creative content. During the podcast, Yashraj and Bani discuss the impact of social media on the music industry. Yashraj highlights how platforms like Instagram and YouTube give creators the freedom to reach audiences directly. Yashraj talks about the simplicity behind his viral hits like Twadda Kutta Tommy and Biggini Shoot, where humour and catchy tunes drive engagement. He fondly recalls his collaboration with Shehnaaz Gill on Boring Day , appreciating her natural charm that resonated with fans. He also shares his understanding of viral content, algorithms, and audience trends, crediting Tanmay Bhat for his insights. Yashraj touches on how fame has affected him, sharing funny anecdotes, such as his father suggesting he post the song he made for the Indian hockey team on his story. The podcast takes a deeper turn as Yashraj discusses his admiration for musical legends like Amit Trivedi and A.R. Rahman. In a lighter moment, he shares his excitement about meeting cricket icon Virat Kohli, expressing admiration for Kohli's dedication and success. As the interview comes to an end, he entertains us with his mimicry skills, showcasing impressions of popular singers Mika Singh, Anu Malik, and Udit Narayan, adding a fun dynamic to the conversation. This episode showcases Yashraj Mukhate’s unique journey from a jingle composer to a viral sensation, sharing his reflections on music, fame, and the support that has kept him grounded throughout his rise to stardom. (00:00) Episode begins (01:45) Kokilaben (03:20) After the Kokilaben song went viral (06:18) Was music always his goal? (07:28) Impact of social media on music (08:21) His primary source of income (10:39) How he knows a tune will go viral (12:41) The story behind 'Bing Bing Boo' (13:36) The backstory of 'Twadda Kutta Tommy' and 'Boring Day' (15:30) On Shehnaaz Gill (16:25) The price of popularity (18:15) His parents' approach to the internet (20:36) Yashraj Mukhate on algorithms and trending content (22:21) On Tanmay Bhat (24:20) Musician vs creator (26:06) Life without social media (30:33) Why Yashraj dislikes live concerts (31:25) On Amit Trivedi (32:53) Meeting Amit Trivedi (35:33) Meeting A.R. Rahman (38:27) A.R. Rahman - the genius (40:22) On Sonu Nigam (43:18) Meeting Virat Kohli (48:26) How he met his wife (51:28) His financial goals (56:11) The meditative experience of creating music (56:55) A.R. Rahman and inspiration (57:27) His source of inspiration (58:28) Why he considers himself a carpenter (58:59) The difference between art and craft (01:00:48) On Javed Akhtar (01:01:33) How Yashraj Mukhate unwinds AfterHours (01:04:59) Yashraj Mukhate on Ram Gopal Varma (01:06:39) Mimicry of Mika Singh, Udit Narayan and Anu Malik Follow Yashraj Mukhate on Instagram:   / yashrajmukhate   Follow Bani on Instagram:   / bani.g.anand   Follow us: Instagram:   / allabouteve_in   Facebook:   / allaboutevein   Website: https://allabouteve.co.in/

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