When a song reaches the top of the charts and gets public attention, it’s usually the singer who gets most of the attention. But there are also other people involved in writing, creating, and directing all that music, and they’re called composers/directors. There have been many great music creators who are from India. Many of these music creators have created music for both the Indian music industry and internationally recognized musicians who have impacted the world. Below is a look at some of the most successful music directors in India.

1. A. R. Rahman

One of the best Indian composers who completely transformed Indian film music with their fusion of classical, electronic, and world music, A.R. Rahman has received global recognition for their exceptional body of work. Their works in movies from Roja to Rockstar have earned them numerous awards including Oscars and Grammy Awards. Their long career and projects outside India have made them one of the richest musicians of India.

2. Pritam Chakraborty

Pritam is a renowned Indian composer known for consistently delivering chartbusters in Bollywood. Having composed music for movies such as Barfi! and Brahmāstra, his music can be considered some of the most reliable music in Bollywood.

3. Amit Trivedi

In terms of introducing innovative music in Bollywood cinema, Amit Trivedi stands out from the rest. His first big project, Dev.D, marked his debut into the industry and set a trend in Bollywood music.

4. Devi Sri Prasad

Popularly known as DSP, Devi Sri Prasad dominates the South Indian film industry. His energetic compositions in films like Pushpa: The Rise have gained nationwide popularity. He is also a performer, adding to his widespread appeal.

5. Himesh Reshammiya

He was a popular figure in the early 2000s due to his unique voice and catchy melodies. With songs like Aashiq Banaya Aapne, he has successfully transitioned from composer to singer to actor while remaining continuously successful throughout his career.

6. Mithoon