Shyam Edwankar

Shyam Edwankar


With three decades of experience in the film industry, this seasoned percussionist and rhythm arranger has left an indelible mark in the world of music. His illustrious career is studded with remarkable collaborations, having worked alongside notable artists and music directors. From Rahul Sharma's award-winning album "ZEN" to collaborations with renowned music directors like Dilip Sen, Sameer Sen, Nadeem Shravan, Himesh Reshammiya, Anand Raj Anand, Anu Malik, Sanjeev Darshan, Sameer Tandon, and Nikhil Vinay, his musical journey has been nothing short of exceptional.
Notably, he shared the stage with Archie Penna, an arranger for global icons like Shakira, Jennifer Lopez, and Ricky Martin. Their concert at Bhavan's College, Mumbai, stands as a testament to his international musical influence. His talent transcends borders, having performed in various overseas locations such as London, the USA, Canada, Dubai, Singapore, Brazil, Sri Lanka, and Bahrain. In recognition of his outstanding contributions, he was honored with the Balgandharva Parivaar Puraskar Award in Pune on June 25, 2009. His versatility shines through in his participation in numerous reality shows, including "Close Up Antakshari," "Sa Re Ga Ma," MTV, "X-Factor," and "Jo Jeetega Wohi Superstar 2."
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His global impact extends to the Meinl Drum Festival in Germany, where he was invited in June 2012, and performances at the PALM EXPO 2013 HARMAN LIVE ARENA alongside Bollywood playback singers Sukhwinder Singh and Hariharan. Not only has he contributed to the world of live music, but he has also lent his rhythmic prowess to shape the background scores of iconic Bollywood movies like "PK," "Bajirao Mastani," "Padmaavat," and "Shikara." His extensive and distinguished career is a testament to his enduring passion and influence in the music industry