Darbuka Siva
Born: 1982-03-13
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Darbuka Siva is a Tamil music composer, actor, and percussionist celebrated for his experimental sound and soulful melodies. From his indie roots with Yodhakaa to composing chart-topping film songs like Maruvaarthai, Siva has become a respected creative voice redefining Tamil film music.
Darbuka Siva is a Tamil music composer, actor, and percussionist celebrated for his experimental sound and soulful melodies. From his indie roots with Yodhakaa to composing chart-topping film songs like Maruvaarthai, Siva has become a respected creative voice redefining Tamil film music.
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actor, playback singer, and television personality primarily associated with Tamil cinema and television. Born on May 7, 1991, in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Ashwin began his career with supporting roles in television serials before making his film debut.
Darbuka Siva is an Indian music director, actor, percussionist, and radio jockey best known for his innovative sound design and emotionally rich compositions in Tamil cinema. Born as Siva Karthikeyan, he started his career as a drummer and percussionist, later gaining popularity as an independent artist with his band Yodhakaa.
He made his debut as a film composer with Kidaari -2016, earning critical acclaim for his unique blend of traditional and contemporary music. However, it was his work in Enai Noki Paayum Thota -2019 that brought him mainstream recognition, especially the hit track "Maruvaarthai". Known for his distinctive approach to sound, Darbuka Siva combines world music influences with soulful melodies, making him one of the most experimental composers in modern Tamil cinema. He has also acted in films and continues to perform live as a musician and cultural collaborator.
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- Alternative names Darbuka Siva K
- Height 5'9"/ 65kg
- Born March 13, 1982 · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
- Other works
- Music Composer, Percussionist, Actor, Singer, Radio Jockey, Independent Music Producer
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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"?
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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
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