Abhijeet Sawant says winning Indian Idol in 2004 brought him widespread recognition but did not guarantee him work as a playback singer. More than two decades later, he is returning as a contestant on Indian Idol Legends Return.
Key Takeaways
- Sawant said newcomers had to seek opportunities in an industry where established singers and music directors had existing working relationships.
- He said the sudden popularity of reality show contestants also created insecurity among some people in the music industry.
Abhijeet Sawant on Finding Work After Indian Idol
Sawant recalled that contestants of his generation had to knock on doors to find work after appearing on the show. Describing his appeals to the industry, he said, “Please give us entry, give us work.”
He said the popularity of reality show contestants could make them appear bigger than established playback singers, creating both positive and negative consequences that contestants had to handle.
Career and Return to the Show
After winning Indian Idol, Sawant sang Mar Jaawan Mit Jaawan for the film Aashiq Banaya Aapne. He released the album Junoon in 2007 and made his acting debut in the 2009 film Lottery.
He also appeared in Tees Maar Khan and made special appearances in the series Kaisa Ye Pyar Hai and CID. Sawant said he still faces criticism and unsolicited advice, but has learned to focus on his work.
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