Ishaan Dev is an Indian music composer, singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, music programmer, and stage performer, primarily working in South Indian languages. He hails from Thiruvallam, Trivandrum, Kerala, and has made a significant mark in the music industry with his compositions and performances.
Early Life & Musical Training
Ishaan Dev aspired to be a singer from a young age, influenced by his father, who was well-versed in Carnatic music. He began learning Carnatic music at the age of three and continued his formal training under respected teachers like Dr. Cherthala Renganatha Sharma and Dr. Chandra Babu. Additionally, he trained in Western music under Sri. Augustin Paul.
Career Highlights
- Breakthrough & Early Works: While studying at University College, Trivandrum, Ishaan Dev formed Kerala’s first boy band, Con-Fusion, alongside the late violin maestro Balabhaskar. Their album Neeyariyan was well received, with songs like Aaru Nee and En Nenjile gaining popularity.
- Film Industry Contributions: He debuted as a playback singer in 2004 with Ponveyil Naalam in the Malayalam movie Panchajanyam, composed by Balabhaskar. His theme songs for The Tiger (2005) and Chinthamani Kolacase (2006) were widely appreciated.
- Award-Winning Work: In 2011, he won the Mirchi Music Awards South for Best Male Playback Singer for the Kannada movie Shyloo.
- Social Impact: His song Karalurappulla Keralam, composed during the 2018 Kerala floods, gained national attention for its emotional depth and relevance.
Online Presence
Ishaan Dev actively shares his music and performances on platforms like YouTube, where he engages with his audience through various musical projects.
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