Sajid (music director)
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Sajid Ali is a Hindi
music composer and director
who works for Bollywood
films. With his brother Wajid Ali, he forms the musical duo known as Sajid-Wajid. He has been honoured with the life membership of International Film And Television Research Centre of Asian Academy Of Film & Television
.
's Pyar Kiya To Darna Kiya
in 1998. In 1999, they scored music for Sonu Nigam
's album Deewaana
. The songs, Deewaana Tera, Ab Mujhe Raat Din and Iss Kadar Pyaar Hai went on to become hits. The same year, they worked as music directors for the film, Hello Brother and gave several hit numbers such as, "Hata Saawan Ki Ghata", "Chaandi ke Daal Par Sone Ka Mor", "Chupake Koi Jab Aayega" and "Hello Brother". In 2000, they scored the music for Baaghi.
In later years, they composed music for several films such as, Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai
(2002), Gunaah (2002), The Killer
(2006), Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar
(2006),Jaane Hoga Kya
(2006)and Kal Kissne Dekha.
The music duo have also composed music for several films starring Salman Khan
, which include, Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
(2002), Tere Naam
(2003), Chori Chori
(2003), Garv
(2004), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
(2004), Partner (2007), Hello
(2008), God Tussi Great Ho
(2008), Wanted (2009), Main Aur Mrs Khanna, (2009), Veer
(2010) and Dabangg
(2010). In 2010, they composed the soundtrack of No Problem
.
They are mentors on the Zee TV
reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar
. Sajid-Wajid brothers are also brand ambassadors of Radio Noida 107.4FM.
Nominated
Hindi
Standard Hindi, or more precisely Modern Standard Hindi, also known as Manak Hindi , High Hindi, Nagari Hindi, and Literary Hindi, is a standardized and sanskritized register of the Hindustani language derived from the Khariboli dialect of Delhi...
music composer and director
Music director
A music director may be the director of an orchestra, the director of music for a film, the director of music at a radio station, the head of the music department in a school, the co-ordinator of the musical ensembles in a university or college , the head bandmaster of a military band, the head...
who works for Bollywood
Bollywood
Bollywood is the informal term popularly used for the Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai , Maharashtra, India. The term is often incorrectly used to refer to the whole of Indian cinema; it is only a part of the total Indian film industry, which includes other production centers producing...
films. With his brother Wajid Ali, he forms the musical duo known as Sajid-Wajid. He has been honoured with the life membership of International Film And Television Research Centre of Asian Academy Of Film & Television
Asian Academy of Film & Television
The Asian Academy of Film & Television is a film school located in India's Noida Film City in India's Capital region, NCR. It is affiliated with the International Film & Television Research Center and the Marwah Films & Video Studios....
.
Career
Sajid-Wajid first scored music for Sohail KhanSohail Khan
Sohail Khan is an Indian director, writer, producer and actor working in the Hindi cinema. He is the younger brother of actors Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan...
's Pyar Kiya To Darna Kiya
Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998 film)
Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya is a 1998 Indian Bollywood romantic comedy film. Written and directed by Sohail Khan, the film stars his real-life brothers Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan alongside Kajol and Dharmendra in pivotal roles.-Synopsis:...
in 1998. In 1999, they scored music for Sonu Nigam
Sonu Nigam
Sonu Nigam is an Indian playback singer whose songs have been featured in numerous Hindi movies, as well as films in Assamese, Punjabi, Bengali, Marathi and Kannada language. He has also released numerous Indi-pop albums and acted in a few Hindi feature films...
's album Deewaana
Deewana (album)
Deewana is a hit Indian pop album by Sonu Niigaam, then credited as Sonu Nigam, in 1999 by T-series. The lyrics were written by Faaiz Anwaar and the music is directed by Sajid-Wajid....
. The songs, Deewaana Tera, Ab Mujhe Raat Din and Iss Kadar Pyaar Hai went on to become hits. The same year, they worked as music directors for the film, Hello Brother and gave several hit numbers such as, "Hata Saawan Ki Ghata", "Chaandi ke Daal Par Sone Ka Mor", "Chupake Koi Jab Aayega" and "Hello Brother". In 2000, they scored the music for Baaghi.
In later years, they composed music for several films such as, Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai
Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai
The movie Kya Yehi Pyar Hai stars Jackie Shroff, Aftab Shivdasani and Amisha Patel in lead roles. The movie was produced by Tips Films and Allu Arvind's Geetha Arts. The movie was directed by K. Murli Mohan Rao, and its music was composed by Sajid-Wajid...
(2002), Gunaah (2002), The Killer
The Killer (2006 film)
The Killer is a 2006 Bollywood thriller directed by Hasnain Hyderabadwala and Raksha Mistry, and starring Emraan Hashmi, Irrfan Khan and Nisha Kothari. Hashmi appears in the film as a taxi driver while Irrfan Khan stars as a hitman, who uses him to drive around places where he has to kill off his...
(2006), Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar
Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar
Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar is a Bollywood film directed by K.S. Adhiyaman best known for directing Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam . Salman Khan and Shilpa Shetty star in the lead roles as husband and wife. Reema Lagoo, Mohnish Behl and Shakti Kapoor also star in the film. The film kept getting delayed but...
(2006),Jaane Hoga Kya
Jaane Hoga Kya
Jaane Hoga Kya is a 2006 Bollywood Suspense thriller directed by Glen Barretto & Ankush Mohla. The film stars Aftab Shivdasani and Bipasha Basu as the lead protagonists.It also stars Rahul Dev, Paresh Rawal, Tinnu Anand and Preeti Jhangiani....
(2006)and Kal Kissne Dekha.
The music duo have also composed music for several films starring Salman Khan
Salman Khan
Salman Khan is an Indian film actor. He has starred in more than 80 Hindi films.Khan, who made his acting debut with a minor role in the drama Biwi Ho To Aisi with Rekha in a lead role, had his first commercial success with the blockbuster Maine Pyar Kiya , for which he won a Filmfare Award for...
, which include, Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge
Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge is a 2002 Hindi film directed by Pankaj Parashar. The films stars Salman Khan, Sushmita Sen and Dia Mirza in the lead roles.- Synopsis :...
(2002), Tere Naam
Tere Naam
Tere Naam is an Indian Hindi film. The film was directed by Satish Kaushik and released on 15 August 2003. The film stars Salman Khan and Bhoomika Chawla in leading roles. It is a remake of the 1999 Tamil film Sethu....
(2003), Chori Chori
Chori Chori
Chori Chori is a 1956 Hindi film directed by Anant Thakur, with music by Shankar Jaikishan and lyrics by Hasrat Jaipuri and Shailendra. The film is inspired by the Hollywood movie, It Happened One Night. The film stars Raj Kapoor and Nargis. Bhagwan Dada, Pran, David, and Johnny Walker have...
(2003), Garv
Garv: Pride and Honour
Garv: Pride and Honour is a 2004 Indian film directed by Puneet Issar. The film stars Salman Khan, Shilpa Shetty and Amrish Puri in pivotal roles.-Plot:...
(2004), Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi
Mujhse Shaadi Karogi is a 2004 comedic Hindi film directed by David Dhawan. It was considered a big hit, being the third highest grossing film of the year in India. It received numerous awards and nominations.-Plot:...
(2004), Partner (2007), Hello
Hello (film)
Hello is an 2008 Bollywood thriller film directed and produced by Atul Agnihotri, starring Sharman Joshi, Sohail Khan, Gul Panag, Isha Koppikar, Amrita Arora and Sharat Saxena in the lead roles. The film is based on Chetan Bhagat's novel, One Night @ the Call Center. It also had cameo roles from...
(2008), God Tussi Great Ho
God Tussi Great Ho
God Tussi Great Ho is a 2008 Indian comedy film, written and directed by Rumi Jaffery and starring Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Sohail Khan and Amitabh Bachchan in a special appearance. It was released on August 15, 2008...
(2008), Wanted (2009), Main Aur Mrs Khanna, (2009), Veer
Veer (film)
Veer is a 2010 Hindi film directed by Anil Sharma, and starring Salman Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, Sohail Khan, Jackie Shroff and Zarine Khan. The film, written by Salman Khan, set during the 1825 Pindari movement of Rajasthan, when India was ruled by the British.Veer was released on 22 January 2010...
(2010) and Dabangg
Dabangg
Dabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
(2010). In 2010, they composed the soundtrack of No Problem
No Problem (film)
No Problem is a 2010 Bollywood action comedy film directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Anil Kapoor who also stars as the main character. It also stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Sushmita Sen, Paresh Rawal, Kangana Ranaut, Neetu Chandra and Suniel Shetty. The shooting of the film began in July...
.
They are mentors on the Zee TV
Zee TV
Zee TV is an India-based satellite television channel owned by Zee Entertainment Enterprises based in Mumbai, Maharashtra, which broadcasts various programmes in Hindi and other regional languages of India. Broadcasting is also present in various nations of South Asia, Europe, the Middle East,...
reality show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar
Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar
Hero Honda - Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Singing Superstar is the 4th installment of the Sa Re Ga Ma Pa Challenge series which premiered on August 13, 2010 on Zee TV. This series is hosted by Manish Paul, although the first shows were hosted by Purab Kohli...
. Sajid-Wajid brothers are also brand ambassadors of Radio Noida 107.4FM.
As An Actor
- Sapno Ke Desh Mein (2011) - Raj
- Singam (2010) - Vel
- Wanted (2009) - Radhe's Friend
- Kal Kissne Dekha (2009) - Man Of Kali Charan
Singer
- Partner (2007)
- Wanted (2009)
- Kal Kissne Dekha (2009)
- Main Aur Mrs Khanna (2009)
- God Tussi Great HoGod Tussi Great HoGod Tussi Great Ho is a 2008 Indian comedy film, written and directed by Rumi Jaffery and starring Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Sohail Khan and Amitabh Bachchan in a special appearance. It was released on August 15, 2008...
(2008)
Music Director
| Year | Film | Notes |
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| 2012 | Sher Khan | |
| Teri Meri Kahaani Teri Meri Kahaani Teri Meri Kahani is an upcoming Hindi language film. Production started in May 2011. The film is a love story directed by Kunal Kohli, and stars Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra, who are working together for the first time since Kaminey... |
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| Housefull 2 Housefull 2 Housefull 2 is an upcoming Bollywood comedy film directed by Sajid Khan and produced by Sajid Nadiadwala. It is the sequel to the movie Housefull. The film will star Akshay Kumar along with Asin Thottumkal... |
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| Rowdy Rathore Rowdy Rathore Rowdy Rathore is an upcoming Bollywood action film directed by Prabhu Deva, starring Akshay Kumar and Sonakshi Sinha in the lead roles. Produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali and Ronnie Screwvala, the film is scheduled for release on 15 June, 2012. The filming started on 10 August 2011... |
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| 2011 | Miley Naa Miley Hum | |
| Chatur Singh Two Star Chatur Singh Two Star The film's soundtrack is composed by Sajid-Wajid with lyrics penned by Jalees Sherwani, Shabbir Ahmed, Junaid Wasi, Asif Ali Baig. The soundtrack was released to YouTube's official channel on 29 July 2011.-Track listing:... |
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| 2010 | No Problem No Problem (film) No Problem is a 2010 Bollywood action comedy film directed by Anees Bazmee and produced by Anil Kapoor who also stars as the main character. It also stars Sanjay Dutt, Akshaye Khanna, Sushmita Sen, Paresh Rawal, Kangana Ranaut, Neetu Chandra and Suniel Shetty. The shooting of the film began in July... |
Title Song |
| Dabangg Dabangg Dabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha... |
Winner, Filmfare Award for Best Music Director along with Lalit Pandit | |
| Veer Veer (film) Veer is a 2010 Hindi film directed by Anil Sharma, and starring Salman Khan, Mithun Chakraborty, Sohail Khan, Jackie Shroff and Zarine Khan. The film, written by Salman Khan, set during the 1825 Pindari movement of Rajasthan, when India was ruled by the British.Veer was released on 22 January 2010... |
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| 2009 | Main Aur Mrs Khanna | |
| Wanted | ||
| Kal Kissne Dekha | ||
| 2008 | God Tussi Great Ho God Tussi Great Ho God Tussi Great Ho is a 2008 Indian comedy film, written and directed by Rumi Jaffery and starring Salman Khan, Priyanka Chopra, Sohail Khan and Amitabh Bachchan in a special appearance. It was released on August 15, 2008... |
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| Hello Hello (film) Hello is an 2008 Bollywood thriller film directed and produced by Atul Agnihotri, starring Sharman Joshi, Sohail Khan, Gul Panag, Isha Koppikar, Amrita Arora and Sharat Saxena in the lead roles. The film is based on Chetan Bhagat's novel, One Night @ the Call Center. It also had cameo roles from... |
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| Khalballi | ||
| Kismat Konnection Kismat Konnection Kismat Konnection is an Indian Bollywood film directed by Aziz Mirza who previously directed films like Yes Boss , Phir Bhi Dil Hai Hindustani and Chalte Chalte . The film stars Shahid Kapoor and Vidya Balan in the lead roles with Juhi Chawla in a supporting role. Bollywood actor Shahrukh Khan is... |
One Song | |
| 2007 | Welcome | Title Song |
| Partner | Nominated, Filmfare Award for Best Music Director | |
| 2006 | Jaane Hoga Kya Jaane Hoga Kya Jaane Hoga Kya is a 2006 Bollywood Suspense thriller directed by Glen Barretto & Ankush Mohla. The film stars Aftab Shivdasani and Bipasha Basu as the lead protagonists.It also stars Rahul Dev, Paresh Rawal, Tinnu Anand and Preeti Jhangiani.... |
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| Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar Shaadi Karke Phas Gaya Yaar is a Bollywood film directed by K.S. Adhiyaman best known for directing Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam . Salman Khan and Shilpa Shetty star in the lead roles as husband and wife. Reema Lagoo, Mohnish Behl and Shakti Kapoor also star in the film. The film kept getting delayed but... |
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| The Killer The Killer (2006 film) The Killer is a 2006 Bollywood thriller directed by Hasnain Hyderabadwala and Raksha Mistry, and starring Emraan Hashmi, Irrfan Khan and Nisha Kothari. Hashmi appears in the film as a taxi driver while Irrfan Khan stars as a hitman, who uses him to drive around places where he has to kill off his... |
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| Jawani Diwani - A Youthful Joyride | ||
| 2005 | Mashooka | |
| Chetna - The Excitement | ||
| Dreams - Sapney Sach Honge | ||
| 2004 | Mujhse Shaadi Karogi Mujhse Shaadi Karogi Mujhse Shaadi Karogi is a 2004 comedic Hindi film directed by David Dhawan. It was considered a big hit, being the third highest grossing film of the year in India. It received numerous awards and nominations.-Plot:... |
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| 2003 | Tere Naam Tere Naam Tere Naam is an Indian Hindi film. The film was directed by Satish Kaushik and released on 15 August 2003. The film stars Salman Khan and Bhoomika Chawla in leading roles. It is a remake of the 1999 Tamil film Sethu.... |
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| Chori Chori Chori Chori Chori Chori is a 1956 Hindi film directed by Anant Thakur, with music by Shankar Jaikishan and lyrics by Hasrat Jaipuri and Shailendra. The film is inspired by the Hollywood movie, It Happened One Night. The film stars Raj Kapoor and Nargis. Bhagwan Dada, Pran, David, and Johnny Walker have... |
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| 2002 | Gunaah Gunaah Gunaah is a 2002 Bollywood thriller written by Mahesh Bhatt, directed by Amol Shetge and starring Bipasha Basu and Dino Morea in the lead roles. The film was released on 16 October 2002.-Plot:... |
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| Sharaarat | ||
| Hum Tumhare Hain Sanam | 1 Song | |
| Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai Kya Yehi Pyaar Hai The movie Kya Yehi Pyar Hai stars Jackie Shroff, Aftab Shivdasani and Amisha Patel in lead roles. The movie was produced by Tips Films and Allu Arvind's Geetha Arts. The movie was directed by K. Murli Mohan Rao, and its music was composed by Sajid-Wajid... |
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| Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge Tumko Na Bhool Paayenge is a 2002 Hindi film directed by Pankaj Parashar. The films stars Salman Khan, Sushmita Sen and Dia Mirza in the lead roles.- Synopsis :... |
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| Maa Tujhhe Salaam Maa Tujhhe Salaam Maa Tujhhe Salaam may refer to* Maa Tujhhe Salaam, a patriotic album song from A.R.Rahman's 1997 album Vande Mataram* Maa Tujhhe Salaam, a 2002 bollywood film starring Sunny Deol and directed by Tinnu Verma... |
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| 2001 | Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar Yeh Zindagi Ka Safar is a 2001 Bollywood film, directed by Tanuja Chandra and produced by Mukesh Bhatt. Upon release, it flopped miserably at the box office.- Synopsis :... |
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| Mitti Mitti Mitti is a 2010 Punjabi film directed by Jatinder Mauhar with story, screenplay & dialogues by Jatinder himself, produced by Kamalpreet Singh Bains & Rubina Baig, and starring Mika Singh, Lakhwinder Singh Kandola, Vaquuar Shaikkh, Victor John... |
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| 2000 | Baaghi | |
| Khauff | ||
| 1999 | Hello Brother | |
| 1998 | Pyar Kiya To Darna Kya Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya (1998 film) Pyaar Kiya To Darna Kya is a 1998 Indian Bollywood romantic comedy film. Written and directed by Sohail Khan, the film stars his real-life brothers Salman Khan and Arbaaz Khan alongside Kajol and Dharmendra in pivotal roles.-Synopsis:... |
1 Song |
Awards
Won- 2011: Star Screen Award for Best Music Director for DabanggDabanggDabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
- 2011: Apsara Award for Best Music Director for DabanggDabanggDabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
- 2011: Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director for DabanggDabanggDabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
- 2011: Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for DabanggDabanggDabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
- 2011: Lion club Award for Best Music Director for DabanggDabanggDabangg is a 2010 Hindi action film, directed by Abhinav Kashyap in his directorial debut and produced by Arbaaz Khan under the Arbaaz Khan Productions. The lead actors in the film include Arbaaz's elder brother, Salman Khan and Sonakshi Sinha...
Nominated
- 2005: Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director for "Mujhse Shadi Karogi" - Mujhse Shaadi KarogiMujhse Shaadi KarogiMujhse Shaadi Karogi is a 2004 comedic Hindi film directed by David Dhawan. It was considered a big hit, being the third highest grossing film of the year in India. It received numerous awards and nominations.-Plot:...
(2004) - 2005: IIFA Award for Best Music Director for "Mujhse Shadi Karogi" - Mujhse Shaadi Karogi (2004)
- 2008: Filmfare Award for Best Music Director for "Do You Wanna Partner" - Partner (2007)
- 2008: Zee Cine Award for Best Music Director for "Do You Wanna Partner" - Partner (2007)
- 2008: IIFA Award for Best Music Director for "Do You Wanna Partner" - Partner (2007)
External links
- Official website
- Sajid Filmography and Profile from Bollywood HungamaBollywood HungamaBollywood Hungama is a leading Bollywood entertainment website, owned by hungama.com....