darbuka siva official

Quick Info

Born March 13, 1982

Birth Place Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Height 5'9"/ 65kg

Fan Score 88

Popularity 9

Roles Music Director

Photos

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Videos

Darbuka Siva Interview With Baradwaj Rangan

GVM wanted to Direct my Script

Personal Details

Alternative Names Darbuka Siva K

Did You Know

Trivia

Started as a radio jockey before venturing into film music.

Founder of the contemporary fusion band Yodhakaa, known for reinterpreting ancient Tamil Sangam poetry.

Known for his live drumming performances that merge Indian folk rhythms with global beats.

Worked with acclaimed directors like Gautham Vasudev Menon and Prasath Murugesan.

Also acted in the critically praised film Rajathandhiram -2015.

Quotes

"Music should touch the heart before it reaches the charts."

"I don't want to create background scores - I want to create soundscapes."

"Every sound has a story; it's just about how you tell it."

Trademarks

Fusion of traditional Indian instruments with modern electronic textures

Soulful, poetic melodies

Strong use of percussion and ambient layers

Minimalistic yet emotional soundtracks

Nicknames

Darbuka

Salaries

Per Film Composition: RS: 30 - 60 lakh

Frequently Asked Questions

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Who is Darbuka Siva?

Darbuka Siva is a Tamil film music composer, actor, and percussionist known for his unique and soulful compositions. How did he get his stage name "Darbuka"?