Yuvan Shankar Raja, a dynamic and prolific figure in the Indian music industry, has firmly established himself as one of the leading film composers and singers of his time. Born on August 31, 1979, in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, Yuvan is the younger son of the legendary composer Ilaiyaraaja, and the brother of noted composer Karthik Raja and playback singer Bhavatharini. With a musical lineage so rich, Yuvan Shankar Raja naturally inherited a deep understanding and passion for music, which has led him to compose film scores and soundtracks for the Tamil film industry, as well as Telugu and Hindi cinema.

Yuvan made his film scoring debut at the tender age of 16, with the soundtrack for the Tamil film "Aravindhan" (1997). Since then, he has worked on over 100 films, embracing a variety of genres and collaborating with prominent directors and artists. Known for his versatility, Yuvan incorporates various music styles and innovates within the realm of contemporary Indian music, blending Western musical nuances with traditional Indian elements. Some of his recent works include soundtracks for "Siva Manasula Sakthi," "Iraivan," and mixing conventional and contemporary beats with "Rendu Raaja" from "Naane Varuvean." Yuvan has not only garnered a fan base for his melodies and soundtracks but has also impressed listeners with his soul-stirring background scores, most notably in "Laththi." With such diverse contributions to music, Yuvan Shankar Raja has cemented his legacy as a visionary composer and an icon for the next generation of music aficionados.

Genres

Filmi

Kollywood

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Latest Release

Solo Violin (From "Nesippaya")

Yuvan Shankar Raja•

Haricharan

Single - Released October 31, 2024