“Getting the opportunity to sing for Vishal Bhardwaj truly felt like a dream come true” says Padma Shri Suresh Wadkar’s daughter Ananya Wadkar who makes her singing debut with ‘Vaada Hai’ from the film O’Romeo
Young musical talent & daughter of Padma Shri Suresh Wadkar- Ananya Wadkar, a gifted singer and sitarist trained in Hindustani classical music since early childhood, marks a powerful debut as a playback singer with the enchanting track ‘Vaada Hai’ from the film O’Romeo, directed by the legendary Vishal Bhardwaj.
Born into a world of music and having trained rigorously in Hindustani classical for as long as she can remember, Ananya’s entry into cinema is nothing short of magical. ‘Vaada Hai’, her debut playback song, has already begun winning hearts with its purity, emotion, and effortless classical influence. She has also lent her voice to the reprise version of ‘Vaada Hai’ and performed another song titled ‘Hum Toh Tere Hi Liye’ for the film, a track that despite not being featured on the official album, is receiving immense appreciation from audiences for its heartfelt rendition.
Speaking about her experience working with Vishal Bhardwaj, Ananya shares _“I have grown up listening to Vishal sir’s music, and getting the opportunity to sing for him truly feels like a dream come true. He is incredibly specific about the nuances and embellishments in a composition, yet he gives you immense freedom to explore and find yourself within the song. To be able to emote and express in my own style while performing his music is a deeply liberating experience”_
Apart from playback singing, Ananya is also an integral part of The Gen Next Collective, a band of young artists striving to carve out their own musical identities while proudly acknowledging their lineage. The band stands for individuality, authenticity, and the pursuit of original artistic expression.
“We are all incredibly proud of where we come from”Ananya adds “but we also want the world to see who we are, our sound, our emotions, and the stories we wish to tell through our music”
With a promising debut, a strong musical foundation, and a growing artistic footprint, Ananya Wadkar is undoubtedly a voice to watch out for in the Indian music landscape.
By Sunder
