Today we’d like to introduce you to Sandeep Khurana
Hi Sandeep, we’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
I am a film director, producer, music composer, lyricist, songwriter and technologist.
Through a maelstrom of color, sound, and emotion, I navigate the endless expanse of art, driven by an insatiable inspiration for creative exploration, as the very fabric of reality unfolds before me like a tapestry of infinite possibility.
My journey in the entertainment industry is a tale of chasing dreams guided by my inner voice. Starting my professional career in the IT industry across the globe with a degree in Computer Engineering from the Delhi Institute of Technology, I took a leap of faith to pursue my passion in the creative world. I took a break from my IT career, and learnt Film Direction, Production, and TV Journalism from the Asian Academy of Films and TV, India. I learnt music from various schools in India, and later from Ali Akbar Khan College of Music, California, after moving to the US in 2000. I also learnt video production and music from Stanford University, California. In 2008, I founded my music label, SK Infinity World Media, to make meaningful, avant-garde music for people around the world. I also published my spiritual content on podcasts that were ranked in iTunes’ Top 100 New Age music charts in many countries. My channels on YouTube and Pandora Radio are popular with Relaxing Music, Mantras, Buddhist Chants and other life-inspiring content. My technology background inspires me to incorporate AI in my forthcoming productions.
My music has been chosen for programmes on STAR TV, Channel V, Asia and KMVT15 (California). My music has also been incorporated by Miss World Beauty Pageant organization, Media Channels, Ministry of Tourism, India, and many celebrities in their social media posts. My guided meditations and healing music is also ranked very well in the popular app Insight Timer. All my art owes its existence to my life experiences and of those who have influenced me since my childhood. My musical albums and singles range from New Age, Psychedelic, Rock, Fusion, Rhythm-n-Blues to World Music when it comes to musical genres. I have worked on creating a distinct voice in the crowd of devotional works by bringing the spiritual essence of India to the worldwide audience through my creations by blending Western instruments with Indian Chants & Mantras.
Amongst latest music releases, my recent song release, ‘Jaane Kaisa Ab Imtehaan’, a love ballad, with Bollywood legend Padmashree Kavita Krishnamurthy, promises to be a delightful addition to the collection of iconic songs produced by me for my upcoming short films. I wrote the lyrics of the song, while renowned composer Bappa B. Lahiri provided the music. My other songs include significant collaborations with Legends like Shri Amit Kumar, National Award winner Sadhana Sargam, Padmashree Kumar Sanu, Award winner Alka Yagnik, and composer Bappa B Lahiri. I have sung songs with Sadhana Sargam (Teri Meri Baat Ban Jaye), Padmashree Kumar Sanu (Vande Mataram), Alka Yagnik (upcoming), and Amit Kumar (Cinderella), which will feature in short films. As a filmmaker, I have shot, directed and produced AD films for organizations including Sri Sri Ravi Shankar ji’s Art of Living Foundation, Cupertino, USA. I have also made short films to promote Fashion. Lifestyle and Fitness. My short documentary titled “Humanity & Love – Unplugged”, will be released shortly. A lot of my short films have won awards at film festivals including 12th Dada Saheb Phalke Film Festival 2022, San Francisco Arthouse Short Festival, Paris Cinema Awards, and Tagore International Film Festival 2022, Mumbai International Film Festival India, and more. It was great feeling and sense of accomplishment to see my music poster featured on Billboard at Times Square, New York in 2022. The poster also received autographs from Bollywood Legends Shri Amit Kumar and Shri Sudesh Bhonsle who were in NJ for a concert during that time.
Last year The Consulate of India, San Francisco, awarded me for my work in the field of Art and Music, at an event organized by them in the San Francisco Bay Area.
I feel tremendously satisfied and I am grateful to my audience and to major publications including The Hindustan Times, Times of India, India Today, Mid Day, Bollywood Hungama, Zee5, ANI, India Currents, India Post, India West who have published about my work.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
As I navigated my dual passions for art and technology, I found it increasingly challenging to balance my creative pursuits with the demands of my tech career and life. It did become a delicate balancing act, as the structured world of technology sometimes clashed with the free-flowing nature of my art. At times, the two worlds almost collided within me – the methodical rhythms of technology and the expressive melodies of art. As I struggled to harmonize these discordant passions, I finally began to find the balance. Another challenge was and still is to create my mark by myself, without support of someone you might know in the industry. And that has its advantages too. It can provide freedom to do what you want to. Of course one has to find the right audience to appreciate the art. The journey continues. The artist’s odyssey is a perilous quest, fraught with perils that would daunt the bravest of souls. They must navigate treacherous landscapes of self-doubt, criticism, and rejection, all while conjuring forth their innermost visions and emotions. We must endure the slings and arrows of all kinds, and the capricious whims of fate at times. Its the test of patience. Tragically pain becomes part of artist’s self-discovery, and overcoming it is a bliss, if one can. But yes, not a good idea to be consumed by art, rather good to enjoy it, have fun, integrate art into the life, and stay grateful.
Appreciate you sharing that. What else should we know about what you do?
As a psychedelic content creator, I think what sets me apart here is my approach to creativity and the ability to blend art with life experiences very aesthetically. I want to create something that can inspire people, motivate them and entertain them. I create music for audiences around the globe in the genres of New Age Music, Romantic Songs, Spiritual Music, Fitness Music, World Music, Dance Music, Fusion Music, Film Music and Psychedelic Music. As a filmmaker, a lot more to come, my films encompass and will encompass meaningful content, elements of modernism, futuristic touch, emotional intelligence, and expressive style. I work a lot on my presentation style and aesthetics and keep learning and improving everyday. Sometimes it’s about breaking rules and applying innovative ideas. My art is a journey of self-discovery for me, while for the audience, it is an experience to visit realms both familiar and unknown. My whole effort it towards weaving a tapestry of transcendent sound and visuals that can elevate the human experience. My compositions and productions are the very fabric of emotional resonance, with a mission to etch their mark on the souls of those who bear witness. They are like a love letter to the human spirit, a testament to the boundless potential of art to touch, to heal, and to inspire.
How do you think about luck?
I’m deeply grateful for the incredible journey that has been my life. Through its ups and downs, I’ve come to understand that every experience, whether painful or joyful, has been a precious gift. These moments have taught me valuable lessons, guided me toward my goals, and helped me grow into the person I am today. I’m thankful for the beauty of life’s unfolding plan and for the opportunity to learn, evolve, and thrive. Every experience, has been a stepping stone to self-discovery and learning. With time, I’ve come to realize that even the toughest moments hold hidden blessings, guiding me toward my goals and fostering gratitude for life’s precious lessons. Life’s canvas, once a kaleidoscope of chaotic colors, has gradually revealed its majestic masterpiece. God Bless.
Contact Info:
- Website: http://skivamusic.com
- Instagram: sk.infinity.world.media
- Facebook: http://facebook.com/sandeepkhuranaworldwide
- Twitter: http://twitter.com/sandeepkhurana
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@sandeepkhuranas
- Other: https://www.indiatoday.in/impact-feature/story/globalizing-the-spiritual-essence-of-india-the-versatile-genius-of-sandeep-khurana-2289956-2022-10-27
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