Indian Idol Is NOT About Singing, TRP Is Killing Talent | ft. Amit Tandon

In this podcast episode of Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai, we sit down with  @AmitTandonMusic11  , singer, performer, and former Indian Idol finalist, as he shares a candid take on the reality behind reality shows.From chasing fame to finding purpose, Amit opens up about how the music industry really works, the role TRPs play in shaping shows, and whether what we see on screen is truly unscripted. He reflects on his journey from the spotlight of television to building a meaningful music career, and what his ultimate goal is as an artist. Tune in!📢 Don’t forget to Like, Comment, and Share this video! Your engagement helps us bring more such content.✅ Subscribe to Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai for more updates on our political series and hit the bell icon to stay notified about our latest episodes.This podcast was shot on Sony A7 IV and FE 50mm F1.8 📷Connect with us: [email protected]:00:00 - what's coming up?01:11 - Introduction: Bhavya welcomes Amit03:41 - Amit’s Musical Journey: Any formal training?04:41 - His experience with coaching during Indian Idol05:51 - Breaking down the Indian Idol format08:21 - When and how Indian Idol evolved over time10:11 - The reality behind getting into reality shows13:00 - Are reality shows actually scripted?15:01 - Is excessive drama affecting the quality of music shows?17:11 - Amit on preparation: Then vs Now18:31 - Why live bands are better than backing tracks19:31 - Key focus areas post Indian Idol21:56 - His personal favorite song to perform23:31 - Amit’s core strength as an artist28:11 - The competitiveness of the Indian music industry29:41 - How aspiring singers can get a break32:21 - Inspiring story: Rahul Vaidya’s journey35:56 - Amit’s advice for upcoming singers38:01 - What is the true end goal of a singer’s career?39:46 - Is having industry connections necessary?40:56 - Meeting Arijit Singh after 15 years43:11 - Staying grounded despite fame45:41 - The story of Arijit Singh and Salman Khan47:36 - Did Amit ever pursue Bollywood playback singing?48:31 - Amit’s top 5 favorite singers51:06 - His go-to songs for happy and sad moods55:35 - Do singers of this generation can't sing without auto tune?01:01:30 - Youtube and other music platforms are enough for income?01:07:40 - Why produce your own music?01:10:30 - Process of producing music01:12:40 - Producing the Music Video01:15:15 - Cost of producing music01:17:20 - Can an Artist go against a music label?01:20:20 - How do labels work? 01:23:00 - Revenue sharing structure01:27:00 - Concert prices, Diljit01:30:30 - Final words📢Follow us on Social Media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/X: https://www.twitter.com/ETwithBhavyaD/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/experttalkwithbhavyadesai/📢Follow Bhavya Desai: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bhavya_desai/X: https://twitter.com/bhavya_desai/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bhavya.desai.520/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bhavya-desai-058652149/📢 Follow Amit Tandon:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amit_tandon0411/?hl=enFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amittandon.me/X: https://x.com/amit_tandon041YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AmitTandonMusic11▶ About Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai - "Expert Talk with Bhavya Desai" is a podcast channel where curiosity meets expertise! and our host Bhavya Desai, a curious and enthusiastic podcaster, talks to different experts and brings out the best in his guests, ensuring that every episode is packed with valuable takeaways. This show aims to connect people who love learning with professionals who have a lot of knowledge and experience.