Armaan Malik, who sang "Bum Bum Bole" for the 2007 film "Taare Zameen Par" at just 10 years old, has since become a successful playback singer and independent singer-songwriter. He has collaborated with various artists and recently performed with Ed Sheeran and Marshmello during their tours in India. During his recent visit to Bengaluru, Armaan expressed his belief that he has turned his dreams into reality. He shared his musical journey, from being a child singer to a teen pop artist and now focusing on Bollywood. Looking ahead, he aspires to win a Grammy, perform at Madison Square Garden, and collaborate with artists such as Charlie Puth, Zedd, and Justin Bieber.

Reflecting on the music industry, Armaan noted how there was a period of quality music production from 2014 to 2018, with the emergence of talents like Arijit Singh and himself. However, he observed a shift towards creating viral hits rather than focusing on quality songs, emphasizing that good music cannot be manufactured by a formula. He expressed concerns about the potential misuse of technology, particularly in manipulating voices without consent. Armaan highlighted the importance of protecting artists' rights and preserving the authenticity of music in the face of advancing technology.I find it both amusing and concerning that anyone can use my voice and style to create a song without regulations in place. While AI technology can be advantageous, it is crucial to have laws protecting artists' rights and ensuring that music's authenticity is not compromised. I believe that traditional elements like real instruments and musicians should always play a significant role in music creation. What is natural should stay that way. Collaborations are a great way to merge different worlds, fanbases, and music styles. When embarking on a collaboration, the most essential factor is a genuine admiration for the other artist. Collaborations thrive on mutual respect and enthusiasm, and without that energy, they are unlikely to succeed. I have a list of favorite artists with whom I would love to collaborate because I appreciate their music and envision creating something together. It was a dream come true to collaborate with AR Rahman. Manifesting dreams into reality is truly amazing.

Today, with talent and internet access, even a child in a remote village can become a star by creating something great that resonates with people, thanks to the era of independent music in India. As an artist, I have found that independent music offers a higher degree of creative freedom compared to playback singing, where adaptability to match the on-screen persona of an actor is essential. Singing with Ed was a dream realized for me - it's fascinating how one can be a chameleon in the industry.Armaan Malik shared that performing with Ed Sheeran was a humble experience. Despite Ed Sheeran's worldwide fame, he was remarkably down-to-earth. It's uncommon to encounter someone of his stature who maintains such a grounded demeanor. They had wonderful discussions about music, including Indian music, and Ed expressed a desire to collaborate with more Indian artists. Their bond grew into a close friendship, and Armaan now regards Ed as a brother. Armaan Malik recently delivered a sold-out performance at Bharatiya City in Bengaluru.