Bapi–Tutul

Early life

Bapi and Tutul are the first ones in their family to settle in Mumbai as they belong to Muzaffarpur, Bihar. Both the brothers have inherited their musical genes from their Mother who was also a music reader in Bihar University while their father was a Sales Professional having worked with various reputed organizations. Bapi and Tutul have acquired graduation in Vocal Music from Prayag Sangeet Music Academy in Allahbad, Uttar Pradesh. Bapi is known for his specialization in guitar while Tutul in piano. They received their musical education primarily from their Mother.

Connection with Music

Bapi and Tutul were hugely influenced by their mother due to her interest in music. Their initial training in Classical Music was given by her. However, the quest to learn western music brought the two brothers to Mumbai. Here, they met Rodrcik Bismark and learned western music from him during 1994 till 1999. During this period, Bapi & Tutul picked up small music assignments like ad jingles and teaching music to students.

Film career

It was only after meeting Bollywood actress Manisha Koirala and Filmmaker Ram Gopal Varma that they got their first break as Music Composers in RGV’s 2003 release Bhoot and Ek Hasina Thi. And from then on, they have worked on several movies like Paisa Vasool, Chal Pichchur Banate Hain, Khosla Ka Ghosla, Sarkar and Sarkar Raj

Discography

Marathi Movies

Awards & Accolades

Bapi-Tutul were nominated in the Best Background Score Category for 15th Annual Star Screen Awards. This nomination was for 2008 release Phoonk. In 2011, they were awarded with MATA Sanman Awards. The Best Title Track award was given for their composition in Marathi TV Series - Anorakhi Disha. Recently, they won Golden Pegasus at 4th Peloponnesian International Film Festival for The Coffin Maker.