Indian Film Personalities

With every new book, author and music historian Manek Premchand deepens our understanding of Hindi cinema’s Golden Era. His latest work, Soulfully Yours Ravi, is perhaps his most intimate and emotionally resonant yet, a rediscovery of the unassuming, soft-spoken singer-lyricist-composer Ravi, whose melodies continue to enchant millions even as his name recedes from popular recall. Through this book, Premchand reclaims Ravi’s rightful place in Hindi cinema’s musical heritage, bringing readers closer to a man who lived simply, composed beautifully, and left behind a legacy far richer than the fame he himself ever sought.

In this conversation, we explore the inspiration behind this work, the challenges of researching an understated genius, and the fascinating anecdotes that shaped this heartfelt tribute.