‘The Film Gave Me Hope': How Saiyaara Changed Everything For Tanishk Bagchi

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25-07-2025

Music composer Tanishk Bagchi shared that he was dealing with depression and a breakup while working on Saiyaara.
Bollywood music composer Tanishk Bagchi, known for delivering hit songs like Raataan Lambiyan and Teri Baaton Mein Aisa Uljha Jiya, revealed that he went through a difficult time while working on the film Saiyaara.
In an interview, Tanishk shared that he battled depression and self-doubt during the music-making process. He called the movie a turning point in both his personal and professional life.
'Mera Breakup Chal Raha Tha'
In a behind-the-scenes video shared by the filmmakers, Tanishk disclosed that he had broken up with his girlfriend around the time he began composing the title track of Saiyaara.
'Mera breakup chal raha tha beech mein. Tabhi hi main ye sab gaane kar raha tha. Main bahot relate kar paa raha tha. Gaana karte karte mujhe aisa feel hua ki main woh moment miss kar liya uske sath. If anyone is going through a breakup, they will go and patch things up the next day after hearing the song," he is seen saying in the video.
Watch the interview here:
Finding Hope Through Saiyaara
Speaking with Bollywood Shaadis, Tanishk said that Saiyaara gave him hope. He explained how emotionally involved he was while making the music. 'You have to feel it. Jab tak aap feel nahi karoge tab tak you can't take something out of it," he stated.
On his mental state at the time, he said, 'I was depressed and thinking what I was doing in my life, and how it was going. Every time I had to prove that I am a good musician. You know how the industry works. There's competition and you have to earn money too to maintain your family. You have your love life going through that suffering. You are stressed, so everything around you is going to be stressed. I was going through that phase in my life, and fortunately, I met Mohit sir."
Mohit Suri's Support Meant a Lot
Tanishk gave credit to Saiyaara director Mohit Suri for pulling him out of the dark phase. He said Mohit the filmmaker didn't just help him professionally but also provided emotional support.
'Mohit sir used to tell me that I was a good musician. He told me that I had already proven myself, and this time could be a new step where I might get many new things," he told Bollywood Shaadis. He further added, 'This film gave me a lot of hope about my personal life. It also gave me a thought that if you make something with love, then you don't have to think about hit or flop. It is going to penetrate hearts."
Saiyaara Title Track Becomes a Fan Favourite
The title song of Saiyaara has touched many hearts. Composed by Tanishk Bagchi, with lyrics by Irshad Kamil and vocals by Faheem Abdullah, the song has gained popularity across social media platforms. People have been using it in emotional reels and videos. It has already crossed 118 million views on YouTube.
Tanishk collaborated with Faheem Abdullah and Arslan Nizami to create the song. Its emotional depth and soulful composition have made it a favourite among fans.
Tanishk Bagchi's Other Hits
Apart from Saiyaara, Tanishk Bagchi has composed many successful Bollywood tracks. His popular songs include Saki Saki, Aankh Marey, Badri Ki Dulhania, Morni Banke, and the Bhool Bhulaiyaa 3 title track. He also wrote, directed, and produced the film Fateh this year.
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