Nitin Shankar on idolising Pancham Da, working with him, life lessons & more | R. D. Burman

In this heartfelt and nostalgic episode of Pancham ka June-oon, RJ Sheetal sits down with legendary percussionist Nitin Shankar, a true devotee and collaborator of the musical genius R. D. Burman (Pancham Da).

From being a young fan listening to Pancham Da's timeless tunes to eventually working alongside him in the studio, Nitin Shankar shares emotional, humorous, and inspiring stories of one of India’s greatest music legends.

🎤 In this episode, Nitin Shankar talks about:

Idolizing R. D. Burman and the surreal journey from fan to collaborator

Pancham Da’s deep technical knowledge of music and sound design

Creating music for iconic films like Ghatak, Gardish, Gurudev, 1942: A Love Story & more

Personal memories from recording sessions, rehearsals, and live performances

Pancham Da’s humble nature, hosting skills, and openness to team suggestions

Working with legends like Asha Bhosale and the emotional bond they all shared

Revealing stories about Pancham Da’s personality, including his temper, humor, and why he underestimated his own greatness

💬 Nitin also opens up about a deeply emotional moment with Pancham Da that still lives fresh in his heart — making this interview an unmissable tribute for every RD Burman fan.

✨ If you're a lover of retro Hindi music, a fan of Bollywood classics, or someone who appreciates the legacy of R. D. Burman, this episode is a rare gem filled with wisdom, warmth, and untold stories.

🎧 Watch till the end for musical insights, life lessons, and a once-in-a-lifetime perspective from someone who knew Pancham Da both as a fan and as a friend.

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Nitin Shankar on idolising Pancham Da, working with him, life lessons & more | R. D. Burman

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0:00 - What to expect?
0:52 - Introduction
1:30 - Meeting R. D. Burman as a fan
3:38 - First meeting with Pancham da for work
7:48 - Coming from a musical family
9:52 - Auditions & being part of Pancham Da’s core team
13:07 - Ghatak, Gurudev, Bengali films & more
13:54 - Making of Kuch Naa Kaho
16:14 - Making music for 1942 A Love Story
18:00 - Pancham da’s personality
20:46 - Pancham da as a host
22:01 - Favourite duo
23:14 - Pancham da & Ashaji
24:36 - Music lessons
27:19 - Life lessons
29:54 - Outro

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