NEW DELHI: In an exclusive conversation with The New Indian’s Executive Editor Rohan Dua, music composer Shantanu Moitra shared fascinating details about the iconic song “Behti Hawa Sa Tha Woh” from 3 Idiots.
Moitra spoke about the unique approach to the song’s filming, where it was shot through a drone. “We wanted to represent the idea of liberation and carefree youth, and using a drone to shoot that scene made perfect sense.”
He further emphasized the emotional depth of the song, attributing its popularity to its simplicity and relatable essence. “The idea was to capture a fleeting moment, a moment that feels as though it could escape your grasp any second, yet feels comforting and familiar.”
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Moitra also spoke about the filming process and how director Vidhu Vinod Chopra’s insistence on live vocals played a major role in the final product. “The version you hear in the movie is the actual location sound. There’s something inherently vulnerable about it.”
Reflecting on the movie’s themes, Moitra shared his perspective on the pressures faced by students. “There’s always this emphasis on getting into IITs and IIMs. But no one ever tells you what happens next. That’s the story we wanted to tell.”
He also mentioned an interesting fact about the recording of Give Me Some Sunshine. “That song was actually sung by Sharman Joshi and Suraj. But the voices you hear in the chorus are a mix of mine and Swanand’s.”
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Moitra discussed his approach to selecting scripts and his connection to stories of overcoming adversity. “I always choose scripts that resonate with me personally, with stories of the underdog or overcoming adversity.”
Moitra shared his deeper philosophy about music. “Music is a reflection of life. It’s an expression of truth. If you’re true to yourself, the music will follow.”
