Was always confident about becoming singer: Benny

Mumbai Jan 17 (IANS) Benny Dayal known for hit tracks like "Badtameez dil" and "Let s nacho" says he was confident about becoming a singer.

During his visit to the Hungama office here on Monday for a meet-and-greet session he spoke about his latest single "Sunwai" his musical journey and more read a statement.

"I was always confident about becoming a singer since right from my childhood I could only think of music. That is how much I loved and continue to love music. I was only 22 years old when I got my break and I sang Kaise mujhe from Ghajini " he said.

"To get the break and sing the song it was definitely a dream come true but I was completely unaware that I would reach where I am today " he added.

About "Sunwai" he said it is a ballet song.

"I have always wanted to sing a ballet song " he added.

On music maestro A.R. Rahman Benny said: "I haven t conversed a lot with him but I can say with absolute certainty that it is because of him that a lot of aspiring singers get the opportunity to showcase their talent and become a part of the music industry."

While talking about the independent music scene in India he said: "I think India is the only country where we differentiate between independent music and other commercial music. In other countries people are doing much better in the independent space."

--IANS
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