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Early life
Shankar Mahadevan was born in Chennai, India to a Tamil family. He learned Indian Classical Music and Carnatic music in his childhood and started playing Veena at the age of five[1].He went to OLPS High School in Chembur.He did his engineering in electronics from R.A.I.T (D Y Patil,Navi Mumbai). As of now he sings songs in Hindi, Tamil, Kannada,Telugu, Marathi, and Carnatic.
Career
Though a software engineer by profession and having worked for Oracle Corporation, Shankar's interest in music made him venture into the field of music. He got his first award as a playback singer in Chennai film music, collaborating with A. R. Rahman and winning a National Film Award for his song in Kandukondain Kandukondain. A prominent star in the Kodambakkam film industry, he later gained more recognition by releasing his first music album called Breathless. He later got into music direction and became a part of the Shankar Ehsaan Loy trio, composing music for Bollywood films.
He enjoys a successful run with Fusion-Jazz band SILK with Louis Banks on Keyboards, Sivamani on percussion, Sridhar Parthasarathy on Mridangam and Karl Peters on Bass Guitar.
Shankar Mahadevan has also provided vocals for several compositions of Remember Shakti which features maestros like Zakir Hussain, John McLaughlin, U. Srinivas and Selvaganesh Vinayakram.
He is also a mentor on Zee TV's musical reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge 2009.
Awards
Swaralaya-Kairali-Yesudas Award
2007: Yesudas Award for his outstanding contribution to Indian film music.
National Film Awards
2000: Best Playback Singer (Male) win for song: "Yenna Solla Pogirai" from Kandukondain Kandukondain
Filmfare Awards
2003: Best Music Direction win for Kal Ho Naa Ho
2005: Best Music Direction win for Bunty Aur Babli..
Star Screen Awards
2000: Best Background Music nomination for Mission Kashmir
2001: Best Music Direction win for Dil Chahta Hai
2005: Best Music Direction win for Bunty aur Babli
Music Composing Filmography
* From Chandni Chowk to China (Hindi) (2008)
* Thoda Pyaar Thoda Magic (Hindi) (2008)
* Yavarum Nalam (Tamil) (2008) ... (announced)
* Rock On (2008)
* Kismat Talkies (2009) ... (announced)
* High School Musical 2 Soundtrack (Hindi Version)
* Taare Zameen Par (2007) ... (Released)
* Johnny Gaddaar (2007) ... (Release)
* Jhoom Barabar Jhoom (2007)
* Hey Baby (2007)
* Marigold: An Adventure In India (2007)
* Salaam-e-Ishq: A Tribute To Love (2007)
* Don - The Chase Begins Again (2006)
* Kabhi Alvida Naa Kehna (2006)
* Dil Jo Bhi Kahey... (2005)
* Bunty Aur Babli (2005)
* Vanity Fair (2004)
* Phir Milenge (2004)
* Lakshya (2004)
* Kyun...! Ho Gaya Na (2004)
* Rudraksh (2004)
* Kal Ho Naa Ho (2003)
* Kuch Naa Kaho (2003)
* Nayee Padosan (2003)
* Armaan (2003)
* Ek Aur Ek Gyarah (2003)
* Yeh Kya Ho Raha Hai? (2002)
* Dil Chahta Hai (2001)
* Aalavandhan/Abhay (2001)
* Mission Kashmir (2000)
* Dillagi (1999)
* Shool (1999)
* Dus (1997)
Discography
* Breathless - Breathless is the album that first gave him fame, including the song, "Breathless," in which he sings through the whole song without pausing to breathe.
* Nine - Nine is Shankar's most recent album. Each song is a representation of a "mood," including joy, sadness, love, etc.
Lakshya
Shankar Mahadevan Lyrics
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तेरा तूने अब जाना है
हाँ यही सपना है
तेरा तूने पहचाना है
हाँ यही रास्ता है
तेरा तूने अब जाना है
हाँ यही सपना है
तुझे अब ये दिखाना है
रोके तुझको आँधियाँ
या ज़मीन और आसमान
पायेगा जो लक्ष्य है तेरा
लक्ष्य तोह हर हाल में पाना है
हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो
मुश्किल कोई आजाये तोह
पर्बत कोई टकराये तोह
ताक़त कोई दिखलाये तोह
तूफ़ान कोई मण्डलाये तोह
मुश्किल कोई आजाये तोह
पर्बत कोई टकराये तोह
बरसे चाहे अम्बर से आग
लिपटे चाहे पैरों से लाख
बरसे चाहे अम्बर से आग
लिपटे चाहे पैरों से नाग
पायेगा जो लक्ष्य है तेरा
लक्ष्य तोह हर हाल में पाना है
हिम्मत से जो कोई चले
धरती हिले क़दमों तले
क्या दूरियां क्या फ़ासले
मंज़िल लगे आके गले
हिम्मत से जो कोई चले
धरती हिले क़दमों तले
तू चल यूँही अब सुब हो शाम
रुकना झुकना नहीं तेरा काम
तू चल यूँही अब सुब हो शाम
रुकना झुकना नहीं तेरा काम
पायेगा जो लक्ष्य है तेरा
लक्ष्य तोह हर हाल में पाना है
हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो
हाँ यही रास्ता है
तेरा तूने अब जाना है
हाँ यही सपना है
तेरा तूने पहचाना है
तुझे अब ये दिखाना है
हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो हो
The song "Lakshya" from the movie of the same name is an inspiring composition that encourages the listener to follow their dreams, no matter how difficult or impossible they may seem. The lyrics, penned by Javed Akhtar, suggest that the road to success and fulfillment can be challenging, but it is essential to stay determined and keep pursuing one's goals. The opening lines, "Haan yehi raasta hai, tera tune ab jaana hai, haan yehi sapna hai, tera tune pehchaana hai," convey the message that the road to success is unique to each individual, and it is up to them to identify it.
The lyrics are peppered with vivid imagery that illustrates the metaphorical obstacles that one may face along the way. The verse "Mushkil koi aajaye toh, parbat koi takraye toh, taqat koi dikhlaye toh, toofan koi mandlaye toh," suggests that even the most challenging obstacles can be overcome with strength and determination. The chorus, "Paayega jo lakshya hai tera, lakshya toh har haal mein paana hai," is a powerful affirmation that success is achievable, but one must keep striving.
Overall, the song "Lakshya" is a beautifully composed and uplifting anthem that encourages listeners to pursue their dreams with tenacity and determination. The lyrics convey a powerful message that success is possible, but it requires focus, perseverance, and a willingness to overcome challenges.
Line by Line Meaning
हाँ यही रास्ता है
Yes, this is the path you have to take
तेरा तूने अब जाना है
You have to go on this journey now
हाँ यही सपना है
Yes, this is your dream
तेरा तूने पहचाना है
You have to recognize it
तुझे अब ये दिखाना है
Now you have to show
रोके तुझको आँधियाँ
Whether it's storms
या ज़मीन और आसमान
Or land and sky
पायेगा जो लक्ष्य है तेरा
You will achieve your goal
लक्ष्य तोह हर हाल में पाना है
You must achieve your goal no matter what
मुश्किल कोई आजाये तोह
If any difficulty comes
पर्बत कोई टकराये तोह
Or if a mountain collides
ताक़त कोई दिखलाये तोह
Or if someone flaunts their strength
तूफ़ान कोई मण्डलाये तोह
Or if a storm arises
बरसे चाहे अम्बर से आग
Whether it's a rain of fire from the sky
लिपटे चाहे पैरों से लाख
Or thousands of serpents clung to your feet
लिपटे चाहे पैरों से नाग
Whether it's thousands of serpents clung to your feet
हिम्मत से जो कोई चले
Those who walk with bravery
धरती हिले क़दमों तले
Make the earth tremble beneath their feet
क्या दूरियां क्या फ़ासले
All distances and gaps are gone
मंज़िल लगे आके गले
As they reach their destination and embrace it
तू चल यूँही अब सुब हो शाम
You must continue to walk and shine in the night
रुकना झुकना नहीं तेरा काम
Stopping and hesitating is not your job
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: JAVED AKHTAR, SHANKAR MAHADEVAN, ALOYIUS MENDONSA, EHSAAN NOORANI, Aloyius Peter Mendonsa
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Gokulsharma-tm5ih
If i died in a war zone
Box me up and send me home
Put my medals on my chest
Tell my mom I did my best,
Tell my dad not to bow
He won't get tension from me now,
Tell my bro to study perfectly,
Key of my bike will be his permanently,
Tell my sister not to upset,
Her bro will take a long sleep after sunset,
Tell my nation not to cry,
I am a soldier Die with Pride
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@BeerBiceps
The single most important song of my life. Changed me, motivated me and forced me to evolve!!! Thank you Farhan Akhtar & Shankar Ehsaan Loy 🙏🏼🇮🇳 Jai Hind
@architbhai9463
Ranveer why so late bro?
@Sandeeprwt17
Jai Hind 🇮🇳
@sravan6987
Arey bhaiii aap yahan🤝
@ishitagarg2463
Wowwww wot a coincidence I'm also listing this song when gets demotivated in life... N really it helps.. especially in xmz tym...
@shubhmishra2368
Same here BRO !!!
@rishabhshahi5348
Audience wasn’t mature for this masterpiece in 2004. I hope in 2024 the makers should theatrical re-release this movie on its 20th anniversary and let’s give this movie another chance. ☝🏻🙏🏻
@AnjuDevi-vl5ex
I will do it I promise❤
@tinkudrrat6191
Exactly brother during this time people love to watch comedy genre movies and family get together types movies
@sprutales
We watched it brother at that time 🙏🏻🙏🏻