Varun Unni
| Varun Unni | |
|---|---|
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| Background information | |
| Born |
July 15, 1989 Kochi, Kerala, India |
| Genres | Film score, OST, soundtrack, jazz, rock, blues, Indian music, Hindustani music |
| Occupation(s) | Film composer, music director, Singer |
| Instruments | keyboard, piano, drums |
| Years active | 2012–present |
Varun Unni is an Indian film composer and singer. He made his debut as a Music Director for the Malayalam film, Annum Innum Ennum directed by Rajesh Nair.
Early Life & Career
Varun Unni was born on the 15th of July, 1989 in Kochi, Kerala. He did his schooling at Chinmaya Vidyalaya, Vuduthala in Kochi and went on to graduate from engineering at Adi Shankara College of Engineering, Kalady. Although devoid of any background in films, Varun's first priority was always music. Varun was trained from Kalabhavan and had worked with bands like Highway Haze and Flying Squad during his younger years.Varun lists Bob Marley and Eric Clapton among his greatest inspirations.[1]
First Break with Annum Innum Ennum
Though his debut film bombed at the box office, Varun's debut work "Ayyo" from Annum Innum Ennum was noticed.[1]
Escape from Uganda
Upcoming Works
Apart from a debut 'social cause' album titled "Smile", Varun's upcoming projects include Escape from Uganda, RIP Return If Possible (Malayalam Movie) and Gold's Own Country. His next work Smile the Musical would feature 5 singles by Shwetha Mohan as well as songs by upcoming singers Sujith and Yasin.
Discography (films)
| Year | Film | Language | Songs | Background Score | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | Annum Innum Ennum | Malayalam | Yes | No | Music Composer 1 track |
| 2013 | Escape from Uganda | Malayalam | Yes | No | Music Composer 3 tracks |