{"product_id":"the-musical-maverick-the-authorized-biography-of-shankar-mahadevan-by-ashis-ghatak","title":"The Musical Maverick: The Authorized Biography of Shankar Mahadevan (by Ashis Ghatak)","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Definitive, Heartwarming Journey of a Once-in-a-Century Musical Phenomenon.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\" id=\"p-rc_dcf46a074510bd93-256\"\u003eFrom the bustling streets of Mumbai's Chembur to the grand stages of global music, Shankar Mahadevan's rise is nothing short of legendary. \u003cspan class=\"citation-337\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"139\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-337\"\u003eThe Musical Maverick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-337 citation-end-337\"\u003e stands as the first and only authorized biography of this multifaceted icon—capturing him not just as a singer, composer, and guru, but as a devoted family man, friend, and a down-to-earth human being beloved by millions.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"1\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation-336 citation-end-336\"\u003eDrawing from hundreds of hours of exclusive personal interviews, author Ashis Ghatak pieces together an intimate, behind-the-scenes look at a creative force in perpetual motion.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"2\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"citation-335 citation-end-335\"\u003eDiscover untold stories from Shankar’s childhood, including his early training as a veena artist which unexpectedly unlocked his extraordinary vocal talent.\u003csup class=\"superscript\" data-turn-source-index=\"3\"\u003e\u003c!----\u003e\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The narrative traces the historic formation of the legendary composer-trio Shankar–Ehsaan–Loy, uncovers the backstories behind timeless anthems like \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"484\"\u003eBreathless\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"499\"\u003eSuno Gaur Sey Duniya Walo\u003c\/i\u003e, and explores his stellar contributions spanning classical traditions, Bollywood chartbusters, and international fusion. \u003cspan class=\"citation-334 citation-end-334\"\u003ePacked with rare anecdotes, insights into vocal arrangement, and the exhilaration of live performances, this inspiring chronicle is a celebration of discipline, curiosity, and the pure joy of music\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BEETLE BOOK SHOP","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52310413672731,"sku":null,"price":590.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0686\/2150\/0699\/files\/9789357026727.jpg?v=1780918635","url":"https:\/\/beetlebookshop.com\/hi\/products\/the-musical-maverick-the-authorized-biography-of-shankar-mahadevan-by-ashis-ghatak","provider":"Beetle Book Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}