ARKO PRAVO
MUKHERJEE
NEWS & INTERVIEWS
Arko Pravo Mukherjee, one of the Yaariyan composers, takes us through his eventful journey in Bollywood so far, and why he has no qualms about being part of multi-composer soundtracks. From writing songs for teenage girls in the neighbourhood to composing soulful melodies for Bollywood biggies, Kolkata boy and new sensation Arko Pravo Mukherjee has made it big. The musician, singer-songwriter talks about his journey so far — from the City of Joy to the City of Dreams. - Times of India
It's not often that one hears of four music composers collaborating for a film. However, Pritam, Yo Yo Honey Singh, Mithoon and Arko did just that -— they joined forces to create the music for Yaariyan, featuring an all-new cast. As for Arko, he has lived up to the expectations of the makers despite being relatively new compared to the other three. His Allah Waariyan, rendered by Shafqat Amanat Ali, has become quite popular, says the producer. - Bombay Times
It was just fantastic! To come in as a fresher and work in such a big film is unbelievable. The fact that they trusted me and gave me the freedom to do it the way I wanted from my heart, says how much trust they can lay on even in a newcomer like me. They really like my music, and I loved working with them. I would like to thank Mahesh Bhatt, Pooja and Dino – from the bottom of my heart – for believing in me. In an exclusive chat, Subho Das catches up with the Bengali doctor who composed the music of Jism 2 - koimoi.com
The one constant in Bhatt-camp movies — from 'Gangster' to 'Murder 2' and now 'Jism 2' is the super hit music. With nearly each film they introduce a new music director who surprises the nation with his versatility in music. This time, with 'Jism 2', it is Arko Mukherjee. The title song trailer of the movie has already created waves on the net. Devyani P Korgaonkar had a candid conversation with the young music director on his dream musical journey to B-Town. - The Times of India
Calcutta boy Arko Pravo Mukherjee is behind the soulful strains of the Jism 2 soundtrack, an erotic thriller directed by Pooja Bhatt that marks the Bolly debut of porn star Sunny Leone. t2 caught up with the 1983-born Keshtopur boy who studied at Don Bosco Park Circus and hangs out at Someplace Else. Arko speaks to Priyanka Roy. - The Telegraph
RADIO SHOWS
An exclusive RadioCity interview: In converstion with the Jism 2 music director.
I guess musically, an erotic thriller requires a haunting sound track which has a sense of mystery, intrigue to develop curiosity; to create pauses; silence in a song; that is what I have attempted to do. I believe in certain themes in music which coincide with the theme of this film. It is about the desire and superfluity which I have tried to express correctly in my songs. - Radio City
