Composer-singer Amaal Mallik, recently joined mid-day.com, for a special conversation about his career. He recently released his hundredth song ‘Tujhe Chaahta Hoon Kyun.’

Amaal says, “I used to hide it because having a surname has more disadvantages than advantages. Now I proudly wear it because my grandfather, uncle and dad have all done great work. Initially it was difficult because people have preconceived notions, he’s from a music family, should we hire him or not! When I used to go to composers, it wasn’t easy! That’s what made me tough and reach here.”