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Aadesh Shrivastava
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Shrivastav with Vijeyta Pandit at the special screening of Bol Bachchan 21
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| Born | 4 September 1964 Katni, Madhya Pradesh, India
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| Died | 5 September 2015 (aged 51) Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
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| Nationality | Indian |
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| Years active | 1990–2015 |
| Spouse(s) | Vijayta Pandit |
Aadesh Shrivastava (born September 4, 1964 – died September 5, 2015) was a talented music composer and singer from India. He created music for many Hindi films. Before becoming a music director, he worked as a drummer for other famous composers. Aadesh Shrivastava composed music for over 100 Hindi movies during his career. He passed away from cancer in Mumbai, just one day after his 51st birthday.
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Aadesh Shrivastava's Music Career
Aadesh Shrivastava was born in Katni, India. He got his first big chance in music with the film Kanyadaan in 1993. A very famous singer, Lata Mangeshkar, sang his first popular song, "Oh Sajna Dilbar." This song was a hit on the radio.
Even though some of his early films didn't do well, he bounced back with Aao Pyaar Karen. The song "Haathon Mein Aa Gaya Jo Kal" from this movie became very popular. Another song, "Kya Ada Kya Jalwe Tere Paro," from the film Shastra, also brought him a lot of attention.
In 1995, Aadesh Shrivastava became a judge on the popular TV music show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa. He sang many hit songs himself, including "Sona Sona," "Shava Shava," "Gustakhiyaan," and "Gur Nalon Ishq Mitha." He was praised for his work in films like Kunwara, Tarkieb, and Shikari around the year 2000. His success continued with the movie Bas Itna Sa Khwaab Hai in 2001.
He returned as a judge on Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2005 and Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009. In 2010, his song "Mora Piya" from the movie Raajneeti became a big hit.
Working with International Artists
Aadesh Shrivastava also worked with famous international musicians. He collaborated with artists like Akon, Julia Fordham, and Wyclef Jean. With Akon, he even helped start a talent search in India. This project used special technology to find new hit songs. He also worked with other global artists such as Dominic Miller, Shakira, and T-Pain.
Personal Life
Aadesh Shrivastava married Vijayta Pandit in 1990. Vijayta is an actress and the sister of famous music composers Jatin and Lalit Pandit. Aadesh and Vijayta had two sons named Anivesh and Avitesh.
In December 2010, Aadesh was diagnosed with a type of cancer called multiple myeloma. He received treatment for it.
His Passing
Sadly, Aadesh Shrivastava's cancer returned in 2015. He was admitted to the hospital for over a month. He passed away peacefully in a coma on September 5, 2015, at a hospital in Mumbai. This was just one day after his 51st birthday. He was cremated in Mumbai on the same day.
Film Music by Aadesh Shrivastava
Aadesh Shrivastava composed music for many films. Here are some of the movies where he worked as a composer:
- 2015 Dirty Politics
- 2010 Raajneeti
- 2009 World Cupp 2011
- 2008 Hari Puttar: A Comedy of Terrors
- 2006 Baabul
- 2005 Apaharan
- 2004 Dev
- 2003 Baghban
- 2003 Chalte Chalte
- 2002 Aankhen
- 2001 Kabhi Khushi Kabhie Gham...
- 2001 Rehnaa Hai Terre Dil Mein
- 2000 Shikari
- 2000 Joru Ka Ghulam
- 1999 International Khiladi
- 1998 Major Saab
- 1996 Shastra
- 1994 Aao Pyaar Karen
Awards and Recognition
Aadesh Shrivastava was nominated for an award for his singing:
| Year | Award Ceremony | Category | Film | Song | Result | Reference(s) |
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| 2010 | Mirchi Music Awards | Male Vocalist of The Year | Raajneeti | "Mora Piya" | Nominated |
See Also
In Spanish: Aadesh Shrivastava para niños
- List of Indian film music directors
