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Welcome to "The Isai Podcast," where I, KR Soundarya, invite you into the heart of Tamil music. Each episode, I sit down with talented musicians from various genres and eras to unravel the stories behind their artistry. As a passionate music enthusiast, I dive deep into conversations that explore their creative processes, inspirations, and the unique journeys that have shaped their musical identities. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Carnatic classical or can't get enough of the latest film songs, join me as we discover the magic behind the melodies that define our rich Tamil musical landscape

  1. 1D AGO

    Magalae - A Musical Journey into Love & Melody 🎶 #moviepromotion Ep. 76

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶 Welcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers! Welcome to another episode of The Isai Podcast — where music isn’t just heard, it’s felt. In this episode, we take you behind the scenes of the movie Magalae , a heartfelt creation brought to life by the passionate director, Citizen KK whose vision shaped every frame and melody. At the heart of this journey is Praniti — a young powerhouse of talent who’s already won hearts across languages and stages. Praniti isn’t just the captivating presence you see onscreen; she’s also an accomplished singer known for her expressive voice and emotional depth, trained at AR Rahman’s KM College of Music & Technology and celebrated for viral performances that span genres and cultures. In this special episode of The Isai Podcast, we shine the light on the musical brilliance of Jose Franklin — the composer who breathes life into every frame of Magalae through his soul-stirring score. Known for his ability to blend emotion with melody, Jose Franklin crafts music that doesn’t just accompany a story — it becomes the story. His compositions carry depth, tenderness, and a quiet intensity that elevate the visuals and stay with you long after the song ends. In this video, we dive into:• 🎥 The director’s creative journey and why Magalae matters• 🎤 Praniti’s transition from celebrated singer to powerful performer• 🎶 The magic of music and storytelling that binds every moment together💫 Whether you’re here for the art, the emotion, or the voices behind the camera — this one is for you. 📌 Like 👍 | Comment 💬 | Share ↗️ | Subscribe 🔔Let’s celebrate the creators and musicians who give us stories that stay with us long after the music ends. #IsaiPodcast #Magalae #Praniti #DirectorVision #MusicAndFilm 🎙️Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points. 🌟 What to Expect: Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industry Career insights, struggles, and success stories Spotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricists A creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs 🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it. 👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music! #TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    43 min

  2. FEB 11

    Music will Figure itself out- Conversation with Nishad #indoencers - Ep. 75

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 75, we have Nishad, a musician from Japan, who makes Tamil Music alongside the flavours of the Asian music culture. Nishad has a music podcast called the Indoencers and he discusses the science and math behind music and at the same time, he delves into discussing music with phenomenal musicians along the way. In this episode, he talks about his works of art, his writing scores for each instrument there is and the most important philosophy - Music is all about figuring out. Delve into the episode now. Welcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    36 min

  3. FEB 4

    Diaspora in Music - Conversation with Nishad #indoencers - Ep. 74

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 74, we have Nishad, a musician from Japan, who makes Tamil Music alongside the flavours of the Asian music culture. Nishad has a music podcast called the Indoencers and he discusses the science and math behind music and at the same time, he delves into discussing music with phenomenal musicians along the way. in this episode, he talks about Diaspora in music and how much he felt and low-key feels misplaced. He says - "He is figuring it out." Watch the podcaster pick his brains and don't forget to watch his recent release featuring Vijay Narain - https://youtu.be/B3gDoNjQj_A?si=rZE2yYxGfOZAG25KWelcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    31 min

  4. JAN 21

    How different music directors approach Songs - Conversation with #saindhavi - Ep. 73

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 73, we have Saindhavi - the voice that enthralled us all. Her Vizhigalil Oru Vanavil, Pirai Thedum, Kelaamal, Durra Dummunu and the vibrant randakka and many more that rules our playlist. This is final part of the series. Listen to Saindhavi talk about how music directors approach a song and how they deal with musicians. Delve into the episode now and stay tuned for more of Saindhavi's knowledge, laughter and goodness.#Saindhavi#SaindhaviInterview#PiraiThedum#ThanjavoorJillaKaari#AdadaMazhaida#YaarIndhaSaalaiOram#Vinmeen#EnJeevan#ManasellamMazhaiye#ShreeHariStotram#YaaroIvan#VizhigalilOruVaanavil#PremaDesam#MussanjeRangalli#ElluVayaPookalaye#TamilMusic#SouthIndianSongs#PlaybackSinger#CarnaticAndFilmMusicWelcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    35 min

  5. JAN 14

    Singing + Performing or Singing Vs Performing? - Conversation with #saindhavi - Ep. 72

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 72, we have Saindhavi again. As a part of the society, women have been shaped to believe in certain stereotypes and as the fluid culture goes, it changes perspectives. In this episode, Saindhavi talks about how many untold stereotypes changed many of her perspectives and made her evolve as both a human being (a fantastic human being) and a musician (a mind-blowing one). Delve into the episode now. #Saindhavi#SaindhaviInterview#PiraiThedum#ThanjavoorJillaKaari#AdadaMazhaida#YaarIndhaSaalaiOram#Vinmeen#EnJeevan#ManasellamMazhaiye#ShreeHariStotram#YaaroIvan#VizhigalilOruVaanavil#PremaDesam#MussanjeRangalli#ElluVayaPookalaye#TamilMusic#SouthIndianSongs#PlaybackSinger#CarnaticAndFilmMusicWelcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    36 min

  6. JAN 7

    Right techniques in the right time = A good show - Conversation with #saindhavi - Ep. 71

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 71, we have Saindhavi again. In this part, she talks about techniques - Right techniques at the right time. Assuringly so, she also talks about the mistakes she had done and the remedial measures she had taken. If you love Saindhavi, you will love the part where she talks about how important it is to unlearn. Delve into the episode now.#Saindhavi #SaindhaviInterview #PiraiThedum #ThanjavoorJillaKaari#AdadaMazhaida#YaarIndhaSaalaiOram #Vinmeen #EnJeevan #ManasellamMazhaiye #ShreeHariStotram #YaaroIvan #VizhigalilOruVaanavil #PremaDesam #MussanjeRangalli #ElluVayaPookalaye #TamilMusic #SouthIndianSongs #PlaybackSinger #CarnaticAndFilmMusicWelcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    31 min

  7. 12/31/2025

    Open Minded teachers and never ending Competitions - Conversation with #saindhavi - Ep. 70

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 70, we have Saindhavi - the voice that enthralled us all. Her Vizhigalil Oru Vanavil, Pirai Thedum, Kelaamal, Durra Dummunu and the vibrant randakka and many more that rules our playlist. Listen to Saindhavi talk about how teachers shaped her career and still shape her career in may ways. Saindhavi, while advocating for learning also talks about how competitions made her a changed singer each passing competition. There are amazing episodes coming along. Delve into the episode now and stay tuned for more of Saindhavi's knowledge, laughter and goodness.Welcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    31 min

  8. 12/24/2025

    Celebrating Raja - The Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya Ep. 69 Ft. Dir. John Mahendran #ilaiyaraaja

    🎙 Isai Podcast by K R Soundarya 🎶Welcome to another episode of the Isai Podcast!For Episode 69, we have the final part in this series of celebrating the music phenomenon - "The Ilayaraja" with director John Mahendran. There are a lot of first-hand trivia around how Raja sir composed, wrote music, orchestrated - literally lived music. John sir's narration of these events would move a true music lover and a Raja sir admirer. If you begin to watch, you cannot fathom the kind of knowledge Raja sir has. Delve into the episode now.Welcome to Isai Podcast – the ultimate destination for Tamil music lovers!Hosted by K R Soundarya, this podcast dives deep into the world of Tamil cinema's music legends. From iconic composers and renowned playback singers to lyricists who shaped generations, we bring you in-depth interviews, untold stories, and exclusive career journeys – the highs, the lows, and the turning points.🌟 What to Expect:Candid conversations with famous musicians & singersBehind-the-scenes stories from the Film music industryCareer insights, struggles, and success storiesSpotlight on music directors, composers, singers & lyricistsA creative journal of the legends behind Tamil cinema songs🎧 Whether you're a passionate fan of Ilaiyaraaja, A.R. Rahman, or today’s trending artists – Isai Podcast will bring you closer to the music and the minds behind it.👉 Subscribe now and join us on a soulful journey through the world of Music!#TamilMusic #IsaiPodcast #KRSoundarya #MusicPodcast #TamilCinema #MusicDirectors #PlaybackSingers #TamilLyrics #BehindTheScenes #MusicianInterviews #TamilPodcasts

    34 min
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Welcome to "The Isai Podcast," where I, KR Soundarya, invite you into the heart of Tamil music. Each episode, I sit down with talented musicians from various genres and eras to unravel the stories behind their artistry. As a passionate music enthusiast, I dive deep into conversations that explore their creative processes, inspirations, and the unique journeys that have shaped their musical identities. Whether you're a die-hard fan of Carnatic classical or can't get enough of the latest film songs, join me as we discover the magic behind the melodies that define our rich Tamil musical landscape

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  • Creator
    K R SOUNDARYA
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    76
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © K R SOUNDARYA
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    The Isai Podcast