Lionsgate Play has announced partnership with Sony Music for the music of their upcoming Indian Original series ‘Jugaadistan’. There is vibrancy in the beats and mirth in the voices, even as the Akarsh and Adarsh Khurana helmed show take the viewers through the gritty side of colleges.
Putting together a diverse album that reflects the theme of the show, the makers have brought back homegrown music band the Indian Ocean and have songs by Akasa, Mika Singh and The Yellow Diary amongst others. What stands out through the show is its stellar background music that complements and completes the vast narrative with ease. Put together by Anurag Saikia, Khamosh Shah, Prabhdeep TabaChake, Traffic Jam and Moussak – the songs blend mainstream voices with the music of celebrated underground artists. The album has been picked by Sony Music who will be promoting it under their banner.
Echoing these sentiments, Rohit Jain, MD, South Asia and Networks – Emerging Markets Asia, Lionsgate said, “Right from the word go, we paid a lot of attention to the music of the show. It is a campus drama, and we didn’t want the usual run-of-the-mill songs for it. Each track has been crafted with attention to detail and reflects the theme and mood of our story. We are glad that so many artists agreed to come and do the music for the show. We tried to keep the album’s vibe very diverse so that the songs appeal to college-goers across the country. And for those who’ve passed out and adulted, it’s a trip back to good times!”
Talking about it, Sanujeet Bhujabal, Executive Director, Sony Music India tells us, “There is novelty in this album and that was our biggest draw. We were mesmerized by the use of the sounds by artists who come from such different worlds and yet fit in so beautifully with the album. It was a delight hearing the beats of Indian Ocean, the Yellow Diary, and Akasa in a mainstream show, though they are well known for their pop tracks. And yet, the show has found such talented indie artists to score their background music. This is an eclectic album that is bound to strike a chord with everyone.”
Speaking about the partnership between Lionsgate and Sony Music, Gayathiri Guliani, VP, Licensing and Content Partnerships adds “In today’s dynamic global music ecosystem, we at Lionsgate want to give our audience a holistic experience which includes music by the finest. The music created for Jugaadistan is created with the best of singers, composers and artists that give a desi yet urban vibe. Jugaadistan’s music connects instantly to all age groups. We couldn’t have looked for a better partner than Sony Music for Jugaadistan’s music to reach new heights.”
