converSAtions with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers

Aditya Mehta
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Welcome to Conversations with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers - a podcast for music creators, by the creators! Join us as we explore the art of making music and the skill of sound engineering. You’ll also get valuable tips on Indian copyright law from legal experts. Discover personal stories, industry secrets, and real-life experiences from talented artists shaping the future of music in India and beyond. Language: English, Hindi, and select episodes in regional language Host: Aditya Nikhil Mehta

  1. Jul 7

    #44b - Creating the Toughest Sounds of Dhurandhar with Bishwadeep Chatterjee | Sound Design Breakdown | converSAtions

    What are the toughest moments to create sound for in a film like Dhurandhar? In Part 2 of this converSAtions episode, Aditya Mehta continues his discussion with acclaimed sound designer Bishwadeep Chatterjee as they dive into some of the most challenging scenes from Dhurandhar and the creative process behind bringing them to life through sound. Bishwadeep breaks down the thinking behind designing complex cinematic moments — balancing realism, emotion, impact, silence, ambience, and detail to support the storytelling on screen. This conversation explores the choices and challenges faced by a sound designer while creating memorable scenes, the problem-solving involved during post-production, and how layers of sound are carefully crafted so audiences feel the intensity of a film without always noticing the work behind it. For anyone interested in filmmaking, sound design, audio post-production, cinema, or the hidden details behind movie-making, this episode offers a rare look into how key moments of Dhurandhar were shaped through sound. converSAtions by SudeepAudio.com brings you closer to the artists, engineers, and creators behind the music, movies, and sound we experience. Guest: Bishwadeep ChatterjeeHost: Aditya Mehta Topics: Dhurandhar sound design, Bishwadeep Chatterjee, challenging movie scenes, film sound breakdown, Bollywood sound design, cinema sound, audio post-production, sound editing, filmmaking, Indian cinema

    #44b - Creating the Toughest Sounds of Dhurandhar with Bishwadeep Chatterjee | Sound Design Breakdown | converSAtions

  2. Jul 7

    #44a - Behind the Sound of Dhurandhar with Bishwadeep Chatterjee | Film Sound Design | converSAtions Part 1

    How is the sound of a film imagined, designed, and brought to life? In this episode of converSAtions, Aditya Mehta sits down with National Award-winning sound designer Bishwadeep Chatterjee for an insightful journey into the making of the sound of Dhurandhar and Dhurandhar The Revenge. Known for his work on films like Uri: The Surgical Strike, Bajirao Mastani, Madras Cafe, 3 Idiots, Piku, Padmaavat and many more, Bishwadeep shares the creative thinking, collaboration, and attention to detail that goes into building the sonic world of a movie. In Part 1 of this conversation, we explore the sound design approach behind Dhurandhar — from understanding the director’s vision and working with a team to creating sounds that support emotion, storytelling, scale, and realism. This episode goes beyond equipment and technology. It is about the decisions, instincts, and craft behind the sounds audiences experience in cinema. A must-listen for sound designers, filmmakers, musicians, composers, audio engineers, students of cinema, and anyone curious about the invisible art that makes films come alive. converSAtions by SudeepAudio.com brings you stories from the people behind music, movies, and sound. Guest: Bishwadeep Chatterjee Host: Aditya Mehta Topics: Dhurandhar sound design, Bishwadeep Chatterjee interview, Bollywood sound designer, Indian cinema sound, film sound design, sound editing, movie mixing, post-production, filmmaking, audio engineering

    #44a - Behind the Sound of Dhurandhar with Bishwadeep Chatterjee | Film Sound Design | converSAtions Part 1

  3. 10/16/2025

    #43e - Some Defining Moments of SudeepAudio.com’s 26-Year Journey | Aditya Mehta’s Reflections & Gratitude

    In this final episode of the converSAtions podcast series celebrating 26 years of SudeepAudio.com, co-founder Aditya Mehta looks back at some of the most defining moments from this remarkable journey.From receiving praise by legends like A.R. Rahman, Adnan Sami, and several top musicians and sound engineers, to being awarded India’s Best Pro Audio Dealer at the IRAA Awards 2013, each milestone tells a story of passion, perseverance, and purpose.Aditya also recalls how a converSAtions interview sparked a new chapter in Indian music history — when author Ashis Ghatak was inspired to write a book on jazz maestro Louiz Banks, thanks to SudeepAudio’s videos.He closes the episode with heartfelt gratitude to his developer team, office staff, customers, and vendors, whose constant support has powered this 26-year-long musical journey.And in a message to today’s creators, Aditya encourages musicians to believe in themselves and their music — reminding them that AI tools are only tools, not threats to true creativity.🎧 Tune in to celebrate the spirit behind India’s first pro audio webstore and the community that made it all possible.

    #43e - Some Defining Moments of SudeepAudio.com’s 26-Year Journey | Aditya Mehta’s Reflections & Gratitude

  4. 10/14/2025

    #43d - Rapid Fire Questions with our co-founder Aditya Mehta | Fun Moments from 26 Years of @SudeepAudio

    In Episode 4 of the converSAtions podcast celebrating 26 years of SudeepAudio.com, co-founder Aditya Mehta takes the hot seat for a fun rapid-fire round! 🔥This time, it’s all about getting to know the man behind India’s first pro-audio webstore — his personal side, music preferences, and a few unexpected answers along the way.🎙️ Tune in to discover:- Aditya’s quick takes on music, life, and creativity- Surprising choices and spontaneous answers- Light-hearted moments from the 26-year SudeepAudio journeyIf you’ve followed the earlier episodes, this one’s a refreshing break — short, fun, and personal!

    #43d - Rapid Fire Questions with our co-founder Aditya Mehta | Fun Moments from 26 Years of @SudeepAudio

  5. 10/10/2025

    #43c - How SudeepAudio connected India’s Pro Audio scene to Global Software Brands | Ep. 3 with Aditya Mehta

    In this episode of converSAtions, Aditya Mehta takes us behind the scenes of how SudeepAudio.com connected with leading global pro audio brands. From India’s first online pro audio store to becoming a trusted partner for international companies — this journey is all about trust, passion, and persistence. 🎧 Discover how a small Indian team built global audio ties that still resonate today. Aditya also shares the story of how Philtre Labs was founded in 2007 along with composers Salim - Sulaiman, marking another milestone in India’s evolving music production scene. Along the way, Aditya recalls the early challenges of the pre-eCommerce era — including stories of malpractices and mis-selling by retailers — and how those experiences shaped his mission to bring transparency and trust to India’s pro audio market.

    #43c - How SudeepAudio connected India’s Pro Audio scene to Global Software Brands | Ep. 3 with Aditya Mehta

  6. 10/07/2025

    #43b - Building SudeepAudio.com since 1999: Early Challenges & Growth

    In this episode, Aditya Mehta shares how SudeepAudio.com started in 1999 and grew into India’s trusted pro audio webstore. 🎙️ Hear about the early struggles, slow internet days, and the creative solutions that shaped the brand. ⚙️ Discover how more services and layers were added over the years — and the lessons learned along the way. 💡 A must-listen for anyone building something from scratch or following their passion for music and sound.

    #43b - Building SudeepAudio.com since 1999: Early Challenges & Growth

  7. 10/02/2025

    #43a - How did the idea of SudeepAudio.com germinate? co-founder Aditya Mehta shares his story

    Making his own debut on converSAtions, Aditya Mehta — co-founder and CEO of SudeepAudio.com, India’s first pro audio webstore — shares his personal journey of how it all began.Aditya talks about growing up in a home filled with music, thanks to his father, Nikhil Mehta’s recording studio, and how this environment sparked his passion for audio and technology. This episode dives into the early inspirations that led to creating Sudeep Audio in 1999, when the internet was still new in India, and how the dream of building an online pro audio community was born.If you’re passionate about music, audio gear, or the story of building something meaningful from scratch, this episode is for you.🎧 Subscribe to hear more stories on the journey of Sudeep Audio and the people behind India’s music technology evolution.

    #43a - How did the idea of SudeepAudio.com germinate? co-founder Aditya Mehta shares his story

  8. 07/05/2025

    #42i - Film songs are pure commercial music | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions

    In this last episode (part 9/9) of the series, music composer and producer, Indrajit Sharma Tubby, talks about what makes a song a hit song. He also emphasizes on the importance of learning to play an instrument before venturing into the world of films and TV. A big thank you to Tubby for giving us all deep insights into making of the film music in the golden era as well as what happens nowadays.

    #42i - Film songs are pure commercial music | Indrajit Sharma Tubby | converSAtions
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Welcome to Conversations with Indian Musicians and Sound Engineers - a podcast for music creators, by the creators! Join us as we explore the art of making music and the skill of sound engineering. You’ll also get valuable tips on Indian copyright law from legal experts. Discover personal stories, industry secrets, and real-life experiences from talented artists shaping the future of music in India and beyond. Language: English, Hindi, and select episodes in regional language Host: Aditya Nikhil Mehta

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