Biography
Salil Chowdhury (19 November 1925 – 5 September 1995) was an Indian music director, songwriter, lyricist, writer and poet who predominantly composed for Bengali, Hindi and Malayalam films. He composed music for films in 13 languages. This includes over 75 Hindi films, 41 Bengali films, 27 Malayalam films, and a few Marathi, Tamil, Telugu, Kannada, Gujarati, Odia and Assamese films. His musical ability was widely recognised and acknowledged in the Indian film industry. He was an accomplished composer and arranger who was proficient in several musical instruments, including flute, the piano, and the esraj. He was also widely acclaimed and admired for his inspirational and original poetry in Bengali.
The first Bengali film for which Chowdhury composed music was Paribortan, released in 1949. Mahabharati, released in 1994, was the last of the 41 Bengali films where he rendered his music. He is affectionately called Salilda by his admirers. He mentored famous music directors like R. D. Burman and Hridaynath Mangeshkar.
Filmography
all 87
Movies 87
Writer 6
Director 2
Dhobi Ghat (2010)
Swami Vivekananda (1998)
Thumboli Kadappuram (1995)
Triyacharitra (1994)
Khilaaf (1991)
Vasthuhara (1991)
Haraner Naat Jamai (1990)
Nehru: The Jewel of India (1990)
Swarnatrisha (1989)
Kamla Ki Maut (1989)
Trishagni (1988)
Zevar (1987)
Vellam (1985)
Kanoon Kya Karega (1984)
Anthiveyilile Ponnu (1982)
Agni Pareeksha (1981)
In Search of Famine (1981)
Chirutha (1981)
Air Hostess (1980)
Azhiyatha Kolangal (1979)
Jeena Yahan (1979)
Ee Ganam Marakkumo (1978)
Naukri (1978)
Madanolsavam (1978)
Kokila (1977)
Kabita (1977)
Aparadhi (1977)
Minoo (1977)
Vishukkani (1977)
Mrigayaa (1976)
Thulavarsham (1976)
Chhoti Si Baat (1976)
Jeevan Jyoti (1976)
Mausam (1975)
Raasaleela (1975)
Neela ponman (1975)
Ek Gaon Ki Kahani (1975)
Raagam (1975)
Rajnigandha (1974)
Nellu (1974)
Marjina Abdulla (1973)
Sabse Bada Sukh (1972)
Roktakto Bangla (1972)
My Brother (1972)
Annadata (1972)
Anokha Milan (1972)
Mere Apne (1971)
Anand (1971)
Ittefaq (1969)
Sara Akash (1969)
Anokhi Raat (1968)
Pinjre Ke Panchhi (1966)
Chand Aur Suraj (1965)
Chemmeen (1965)
Poonam Ki Raat (1965)
Lal Pathar (1964)
Half Ticket (1962)
Prem Patra (1962)
Jhoola (1962)
Kabuliwala (1961)
Maya (1961)
Komal Gandhar (1961)
Mem-didi (1961)
Chhaya (1961)
Sapne Suhane (1961)
Immortal Stupa (1961)
Char Diwari (1961)
Usne Kaha Tha (1960)
The Test (1960)
Kanoon (1960)
Ganga (1960)
Madhumati (1958)
Runaway (1958)
Apradhi Kaun? (1957)
Ek Gaon Ki Kahani (1957)
Musafir (1957)
Jagte Raho (1956)
The Dawn (1956)
Aawaz (1956)
Parivar (1956)
Entrustment (1955)
Tonga-Wali (1955)
Naukari (1954)
Biraj Bahu (1954)
Bansher Kella (1953)
Two Acres of Land (1953)
The House Next Door (1952)
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Information
Known ForSound
GenderMale
Birthday1925-11-19
Deathday1995-09-05 (69 years old)
Birth PlaceHarinavi, India
ChildrenAntara Chowdhury
CitizenshipsDominion of India, British Raj, India
Also Known Asसलिल चौधरी, Salil Chaudhary, Salil Chaudhri, Salil Choudhary, Salil Chowdhary, Salil Chowdhury, Salim Chowdhury, Salil Choudhry
AwardsSangeet Natak Akademi Award, Filmfare Award for Best Music Director
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