In this podcast episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we sit down with  @AmitTandonMusic11  , singer, performer, and former Indian Idol finalist, as he shares a candid take on the reality behind reality shows.

From chasing fame to finding purpose, Amit opens up about how the music industry really works, the role TRPs play in shaping shows, and whether what we see on screen is truly unscripted. He reflects on his journey from the spotlight of television to building a meaningful music career, and what his ultimate goal is as an artist. Tune in!

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01:11 - Introduction: Bhavya welcomes Amit

03:41 - Amit’s Musical Journey: Any formal training?

04:41 - His experience with coaching during Indian Idol

05:51 - Breaking down the Indian Idol format

08:21 - When and how Indian Idol evolved over time

10:11 - The reality behind getting into reality shows

13:00 - Are reality shows actually scripted?

15:01 - Is excessive drama affecting the quality of music shows?

17:11 - Amit on preparation: Then vs Now

18:31 - Why live bands are better than backing tracks

19:31 - Key focus areas post Indian Idol

21:56 - His personal favorite song to perform

23:31 - Amit’s core strength as an artist

28:11 - The competitiveness of the Indian music industry

29:41 - How aspiring singers can get a break

32:21 - Inspiring story: Rahul Vaidya’s journey

35:56 - Amit’s advice for upcoming singers

38:01 - What is the true end goal of a singer’s career?

39:46 - Is having industry connections necessary?

40:56 - Meeting Arijit Singh after 15 years

43:11 - Staying grounded despite fame

45:41 - The story of Arijit Singh and Salman Khan

47:36 - Did Amit ever pursue Bollywood playback singing?

48:31 - Amit’s top 5 favorite singers

51:06 - His go-to songs for happy and sad moods

55:35 - Do singers of this generation can't sing without auto tune?

01:01:30 - Youtube and other music platforms are enough for income?01:07:40 - Why produce your own music?

01:10:30 - Process of producing music

01:12:40 - Producing the Music Video

01:15:15 - Cost of producing music

01:17:20 - Can an Artist go against a music label?

01:20:20 - How do labels work?

01:23:00 - Revenue sharing structure

01:27:00 - Concert prices, Diljit

01:30:30 - Final words

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