Singer Shalmali Kholgade, known for her breakthrough song "Pareshaan", which featured in the 2012 film "Ishaqzaade", recently performed at a private concert in Bengaluru. In a conversation with Bangalore Times, she expressed her love for performing live and stated her preference for the stage over the studio. According to her, music is a collaborative effort that involves a diverse range of talented individuals, making the process both dynamic and engaging. Shalmali also shared her approach to social media, mentioning her focus on sharing music, art, and avoiding oversharing personal opinions to maintain a sense of balance. She credits Amit Trivedi for giving her the opportunity to enter the Bollywood music industry through the song "Pareshaan", which marked a pivotal moment in her playback singing career.My independent music holds a special place in my heart as my passion project. Prior to this, I was involved in various activities like performing with my college band and in clubs, as well as being a part of a Latvian cabaret. I juggled shows with recording jingles as music was always my ultimate goal. I feel like I am truly living my best life. My dad, whom I affectionately call baba, once told me that the most valuable education comes from traveling. He encouraged me to explore the world, engage with people, ask questions, and to maintain a curious mindset. I feel fortunate to be able to do exactly that, while pursuing my love for music. Music has always been my passion, and I am dedicated to being fully involved in every aspect of the creative process, not just singing. I find it fulfilling to be thoroughly engaged in every step that leads to the final musical creation, as it complements my artistry. Shalmali Kholgade expressed her apprehension towards AI, describing it as incredibly daunting. Recently, I collaborated with Nikhil D'Souza on a track titled "Tu Hai," which I released on a streaming platform. The following day, I discovered another track titled "Tu Hi Tu Hai," on which my name was credited as the female singer—despite my not having recorded such a song. I suspect it was an artificially generated track, possibly uploaded in an intentional effort to lower the streaming numbers for my song. This incident left me feeling unsettled.