Pawandeep hails from Uttrakhand and since childhood, people from his village have been encouraging him to take up music. They think he is a hope who will take their village’s name ahead. In ‘Indian idol’ every weekend he is gaining a lot of praises for his performances. Pawandeep spoke exclusively to The Sunday Guardian about his ‘Indian idol’ journey, inspiration, life after the show and link-up rumours with Arunita.
Q. How has the journey been in ‘Indian Idol’ so far?
The journey of ‘Indian Idol’ has been amazing. It has taught me and is still teaching me how to walk to achieve my goals. It has also taught us how to be disciplined and handle the fame that we receive. Our mentors groom us really well and the way they teach is subtle and all of us support each other.
Q. Who has been your inspiration as a singer?
For me, my inspiration has been Arijit Singh. More than his singing, I admire his personality and down to earth nature. Everyone is a fan of his singing, even I am but I have learnt from him how to be grounded after reaching heights.
Q. Who is your favourite judge and why?
All the judges are masters in what they do. Himesh Reshammiya sir and Vishal Dadlani sir are great composers of the country, both have different taste in music and Neha Kakkar ma’am is a singing sensation. We call her Pop Queen. All three are my favourites, they teach me how to be disciplined in life and train us to be the best.
Q. How are you dealing with the link-up rumours with Arunita?
All of us are really good friends. We sing duets together, people like me singing duets with Arunita. Be it Saylee, Anrunita or Shanmukhapriya, we all good friends and will always maintain the friendship. There is only healthy friendship between me and Arunita.
Q. How has your life changed after becoming a part of ‘Indian Idol’?
Life has taken a 360° turn. We prepare ourselves to be a part of the show whereas ‘Indian Idol’ is a platform that helps us to groom and polish ourselves in all ways. I want to thank the audience for appreciating and loving me and my songs and to get me to this stage. The three judges and their journey is an inspiration.
