Bappi Lahiri

Throughout my career I've never worried about who will be singing my song on the screen.

I was about 17 when I began my career.

Mentoring is an interesting job.

My father, Aparesh Lahiri, was a musician too, and at a very young age, I was geared up for a career in music.

It's in God's hands when we come on this earth and when we leave.

After 1999, I thought that I needed a break. As a senior composer, I didn't like the trend of three music directors working on a single film. But after a few quiet years, I was back for good.

Way back before 1980, prior to 'Disco Dancer' breaking into the collective consciousness of filmgoers, I had come to Chennai to compose for a film called 'Suraksha.'

Bappi Lahiri has an image that the public wants to see.

Music is truly universal and has no boundaries.

Our poor kids are very talented.

I have rings of many different sizes and designs, mainly hip-hop, and an extensive bracelet collection.

In Hollywood, famous singer Elvis Presley used to wear gold chains. I was a huge follower of Presley. I used to think, if I become successful someday, then I will build a different image of mine. By the grace of God, I could do it with gold.