--- title: "Sitar Covers of Bollywood and Regional Hits by Chintan" description: "Looking for soulful sitar covers of Bollywood songs? I rearrange classic film hits and regional melodies for a fresh, instrumental sound. Let's collaborate." canonical: https://mytribe.in/chintankatti/studio-session-recording/bollywood-regional-covers last_updated: 2025-09-30 --- # Sitar Covers of Bollywood and Regional Hits Tribe Verified · Performed and recorded across India By [Chintan Katti](https://mytribe.in/chintankatti) · Visits studios across Mumbai and travels pan-India for recording sessions · ₹6,500 Per Track (estimate) Part of [Studio & Session Recording](https://mytribe.in/chintankatti/studio-session-recording). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/chintankatti/studio-session-recording/gallery) I love reimagining the melodies we all grew up with. From classic Bollywood ballads to regional folk songs, I try to bring a fresh, instrumental perspective to these tunes while keeping their original soul intact. ## Photos and videos - [Video: A sitar cover of the beautiful song 'Moh Moh ke Dhage'. This is a great example of how I can take a contemporary Bollywood hit and give it a timeless, instrumental feel.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/99cd962b-00fa-45b0-b74b-c783aba3d5f2) - [Video: My take on the classic 'Roja Jaaneman' by A.R. Rahman. It's always a joy to interpret the compositions of legendary music directors on the sitar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7b4f1c8a-f928-460e-99e0-8503d2c11675) - [Video: For all those waiting to reunite with loved ones, my sitar version of 'Aaoge Jab Tum'. I aim to capture the song's emotion through the strings of my instrument.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/e53bcc65-214a-4bac-a572-acdef0c97fa2) - [Video: A sitar rendition of the song 'Chand Sifarish' from the movie Fanaa. This cover showcases how the sitar can carry the main melody of a popular romantic track.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/c96407ed-e143-4a15-b96c-e446496a9a90) - [Video: The evergreen melody of 'Tu Mile Dil Khile' on the sitar. These covers are a great way to connect with audiences who love both film music and classical instruments.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b2fa9522-98cc-405a-8be4-8bf6e10aaf2b) - [Video: Here is my instrumental version of the classic song 'Chukar Mere Man Ko'. I often rearrange these songs with friends to create a fresh sound for my recordings.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/12d9f0d7-adbe-4509-b897-8470de7c95ba) - [Video: My sitar cover of the 90s hit 'Sathiya Tune Kya Kiya'. I enjoy bringing a new perspective to songs from different eras of Bollywood.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/36d82972-45dd-48e0-8116-3e6e4acb939a) - [Video: A tribute to the beautiful Kannada melody 'Neenade Naa'. I am always open to exploring regional film music and bringing its beauty to a wider audience through my sitar.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5e5205a9-82b4-4d0f-a351-d560e23ce463) - [Video: My musical tribute to our great nation with a sitar rendition of 'Bharat Humko Jaan Se Pyara Hai'. This is an example of how I use my music for patriotic and devotional expressions.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/590ae335-a96f-4532-b96a-ed8b7b9710d0) ## About Bollywood & Regional Covers When I rearrange these songs, the goal is not just to play the melody on the sitar. I focus on 'Gayaki Ang,' which is the technique of mimicking the nuances and curves of the human voice on my instrument. This helps me capture the specific emotion—the longing in a romantic track or the energy of a classic beat—and translate that into something that feels fresh yet familiar. Arranging a track for the sitar is a balance between respecting the original composition and letting the instrument speak. When I work on a cover, I often collaborate with dear friends like Shiva Hari Ranade to get the arrangement just right, ensuring that the sitar's sympathetic strings and drone provide a rich foundation for the melody. ### My Approach to Covers * **Vocal Nuance:** I strive to bring the 'Gayaki Ang' to every piece, ensuring the sitar carries the same emotion as the original vocals. * **Genre Flexibility:** Whether it is a soft romantic number or a high-energy regional hit, I adapt my technique to suit the mood. * **Collaboration:** I often jam with friends on keys or tabla to layer the sound, making the final track feel complete. ### How We Can Work Together If you have a song in mind—perhaps for a personal video, a special event, or just because you love the melody—I would be happy to create a custom sitar arrangement for you. You don't need to have a complex brief; just share the song, and we can discuss the vibe you want to capture. I handle the recording in my acoustically treated space, providing you with clean, high-resolution stems that are ready for your mix. I am always open to exploring music from different eras and languages, from the golden age of Hindi cinema to the latest regional hits. ## About Chintan Katti I'm Chintan. Music has always been my home, from the morning raags I practice to the Bollywood melodies I grew up humming. I love collaborating with friends to give these songs a new life, blending my classical sitar roots with the rhythms you already know and love. 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