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Gangai Amaran Critiques Anirudh’s Music: ‘They Compose Songs Without Knowing the Language’
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 04 Nov 2026, 10:41 PM
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Veteran composer Gangai Amaran has publicly questioned the musical approach of contemporary composer Anirudh, remarking that some musicians create songs without understanding the language.
Veteran Tamil composer Gangai Amaran recently took to social media to express his views on contemporary music production.
In a post that drew attention, he questioned the practice of some musicians, including Anirudh Ravichander, who he said often compose songs without fully grasping the language of the lyrics.
Amaran’s comment highlighted the importance he places on lyrical depth and cultural context in music creation.
He also took the opportunity to greet Anirudh, saying “hi” in a friendly gesture.
In a post that drew attention, he questioned the practice of some musicians, including Anirudh Ravichander, who he said often compose songs without fully grasping the language of the lyrics.
Amaran’s comment highlighted the importance he places on lyrical depth and cultural context in music creation.
He also took the opportunity to greet Anirudh, saying “hi” in a friendly gesture.