Renowned music composer Santhosh Narayanan has officially begun work on what he describes as his ‘dream project’: a groundbreaking music streaming platform. This innovative service is designed to be exceptionally transparent and economically accessible, with a strong focus on being developed, operated, and served from India.
Announcing the news on his social media, the composer, known for his work on films like Kalki 2898AD, reiterated the platform’s core principles. He stated that it will proudly showcase a diverse array of artists, from iconic legends to emerging superstars, prioritizing equitable payouts for creators and maintaining affordable subscription fees for music lovers worldwide.
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Santhosh also shared plans to host several hackathon events, seeking to identify and uplift deserving young talent who he hopes to see rise to prominence within the music industry. Expressing gratitude for years of support from his fans, he emphasized that this platform is his way of giving back and ‘adding joy to their lives’. He also invited his followers to suggest names for this upcoming venture.
Further details about the platform’s launch date and specific features are expected to be announced in due course.
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It is noteworthy that last year, Santhosh Narayanan launched Rakitaa Entertainment, his own music label dedicated to championing and nurturing emerging musical artists. The label made its debut with two compelling songs from singer Dhee’s inaugural album: ‘Can’t You Stay a Little Longer’ and ‘I Wear My Roots Like A Medal.’
In the realm of cinema, after his contributions to films such as Retro and Thalaivan Thalaivii, Santhosh Narayanan’s next highly anticipated project is the score for Vaa Vaathiyaar.