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Amaal Mallik: ‘I Don’t Want To Take Up Anything After ‘Awarapan 2’

Amaal Mallik: ‘I Don’t Want To Take Up Anything After ‘Awarapan 2’

Mallik speaks about 'Awarapan 2', showcasing his range, and making music on his own terms.

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Shankar Mahadevan reminisces about cult classics, studio secrets with Amitabh Bachchan, and reviving roots with Anandam.

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Shalmali Kholgade, K-Pop Star Aria, Producer Ashwin Bhaskar On Grammys’ Asian Pop Category (EXCLUSIVE)

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The Grammy Awards introduce new categories for the upcoming 2027 edition; concerned artists share their perspectives.

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