Biography
Harry Anand is an Indian music director, composer, playback singer, and remixer, best known for shaping the early‑2000s remix era. He has an active career spanning over 25 years, during which he's earned multiple awards, including MTV Immies recognition .
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🎵 Early Life & Entry into Music
Harry Anand began his career composing for short films before transitioning to playback singing and music direction in Bollywood. His debut film was Boss (2006), and since then, he has contributed to a range of movies—Nakshatra (2010), Dushman (2017), and Punjabi films such as Love Yoou Soniye—as composer and singer .
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Remix King & Major Hits
Anand earned the nickname “Remix King” for revamping popular tracks with fresh energy. His major hits include remixed versions of "Kaanta Laga," "Kaliyon Ka Chaman," and "Chardi Jawani." These became massive chartbusters, winning him 13 awards including 3 MTV Immies .
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Film Music Success
Besides remixes, Harry Anand's film credits are significant:
Debut as composer: Boss (2006)
Featured in multiple Bollywood and regional films: Teesri Aankh, Vodka Diaries, Charlie Kay Chakkar Mein, Nirdosh .
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Collaborations & Style
Known for his collaborative spirit, Anand has worked with top singers in the Indian music scene, such as Sonu Nigam, Sunidhi Chauhan, Sukhwinder Singh, Rahat Fateh Ali Khan, Ankit Tiwari, and Armaan Malik . His style blends nostalgic melodies with contemporary beats, appealing across age groups.
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Personal & Professional Overview
Role Highlights
🎶 Music Director / Composer Over two decades in Bollywood, Punjabi & regional cinema; also scored short films and pop albums
🎤 Playback Singer Sang in many remixes and film tracks
🏆 Awards Winner of 13 awards including MTV Immies for Best Remix Video (“Kaanta Laga”)
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Recent & Ongoing Work
Anand remains active in the industry—recently appearing on the Instagram show Just Another Lens to discuss his craft . He continues composing for films, albums, and digital projects.
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Why He Matters
Harry Anand stands at the intersection of Bollywood's golden remix era and modern film music. He brought back classic tunes with modern flair, defined a generation’s musical taste, and seamlessly moved between independent pop and cinematic compositions.
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Listen & Explore
Check out his iconic remixes: “Kaanta Laga”, “Kaliyon Ka Chaman”, “Chardi Jawani”
Watch his film scores in Boss, Nirdosh, Vodka Diaries, among others
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