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R.D. Burman: The Pluralist Who Redefined Film Music

Published Wednesday, July 15, 2026

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  • Rahul Dev Burman, also known as Pancham, debuted as an independent composer with Chhote Nawab in 1961 and continued until his death in January 1994.

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  • The Hindu

    This article celebrates R.D. Burman's legacy as a musical pluralist and innovator, emphasizing his enduring influence on Indian film music and his role as an antidote to jingoism.

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