Sheykhar says, ‘Being on TV filled me with confidence’

Sheykhar Ravjiani, a composer and vocalist, is grateful to television for giving him a voice and for bringing him into every home. As a reality show contestant and judge, Ravjiani claims that the small screen has played a significant role in his musical career. Sheykhar Ravjiani is also best known for singing hits like "Dard-e-disco," "Ishq wala love," "Bahara," and "Ghungroo."

Sheykhar Ravijani on being a judge

He said, “In an era where there were no social media, as a composer and singer, I had to rely on mass media to connect with my listeners and fans. It was always good to be seen on television, as I could connect with a wider audience through my music and my presence on reality shows.”

The 1997 season of Sa Re Ga Ma included the composer of Vikram Vedha, who called it a "milestone moment." He clarifies, “I suddenly found myself on stage, with the whole country watching. It was a defining moment for me as a singer where I discovered how much I loved being on stage. It filled me with the confidence I needed to take the next leap of faith towards my dreams. I also remember making a silent oath to myself to one day become such an accomplished composer and singer that I would next appear on the same show as a judge and mentor - a dream that has come true not once, but three times.”

Ravijani praises television for showcasing so many brilliant performers. He shared, “Over the past decade, we have seen an unearthing of some incredible talent through music reality shows on TV. These shows help discover the most treasured singers. It’s something to be proud of.”