Amit Trivedi: I wanted to do independent music for several years

After delivering multiple chartbusters through his decade-long career, Amit now wishes to ensure greater public presence and invest time in indie music. "I have wanted to do independent music for several years. In 2014, I was supposed to work on The Dewarists (musical television series), but couldn't since I was unwell. It finally worked out this year," says Amit. He recently composed a track, Panchiyaa, featuring famed kanjeera player V Selvaganesh on the show.

Amit intends to continue working on independent music projects along with film songs. "Bollywood music can make you claustrophobic because you work under restrictions. Sometimes, you don't want to listen to anybody and just do your own thing. I'm glad I finally got a chance. I felt liberated," admits Amit, who is also working on a single currently.

The composer is currently working on the soundtrack of Aamir Khan's upcoming production, Secret Superstar, and is floored by the star's dedication. "Aamir is an institution. There is nobody like him in the entire industry. Bollywood ek taraf, aur woh ek taraf. He dives deep into every department of filmmaking. His feedback was extremely helpful," says Amit.

Reacting to constant comparisons with Oscar-winning musician AR Rahman, Amit says, "There is no similarity in terms of anything. Forget about music, he is very different from me as a human being, too. There can never be another Rahman. While I thank my admirers that they feel I will be the next AR, that's not possible. He is a special creation of God, and it's unfair to compare anyone with him."