SONY MUSIC INDIA TEAMS WITH TIGER BABY
Vinit Thakkar, Ankur Tewari, Zoya Akhtar, Reema Kagti
Sony Music Entertainment India is expanding its reach by teaming with Tiger Baby Films on the newly launched Tiger Baby Records.
The label will present original music curated by music supervisor Ankur Tewari, who’s been a fixture on the studio’s films since he helped found the operation.
Tiger Baby Records recently released the Sachin-Jigar-composed soundtrack to Superboys of Malegaon, based on the life of filmmaker Nasir Shaikh.
Said Tiger Baby co-founder Zoya Akhtar, “Music has always been a vital part of our storytelling, and with Tiger Baby Records, we want the music to be the main story. Partnering with Sony Music India allows us to bring our vision to life and provide a platform for indie, homegrown talent to shine.”
Added Vinit Thakkar, managing director, Sony Music India, “We are thrilled to be part of this journey, pushing boundaries and bringing fresh, authentic voices to the forefront of the industry and are excited to partner with Zoya, Reema [Kagti] and Ankur, who have an exceptional track record in music and creative storytelling.
Tiger Baby's Reema Kagti concluded, “This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for us at Tiger Baby. We aim to delve into the diverse soundscapes of the subcontinent and represent them globally. By collaborating with brands and upcoming artists, we hope to have this music reach a large audience.”