Gaurav Chatterji

Based in Mumbai

Gaurav Chatterji is a dynamic Indian music composer whose work spans both films and advertising. A strategist by training, he holds an MBA from MICA Ahmedabad and even served as a Strategy Head in the agency world—a foundation driven by love for music and films.

In cinema, Gaurav has made a name for himself with emotionally compelling scores and songs for films such as Jai Mummy Di (2020), Ginny Weds Sunny (2020), Aafat-e-Ishq (2021), and the acclaimed thriller Jalsa (2022). Critics have praised his music for his his subtle yet dramatic background score in Jalsa “makes every moment…count”. His melodic single Phoonk Phoonk from Ginny Weds Sunny earned him a nomination for Upcoming Composer of the Year at the Mirchi Music Awards.

On the advertising front, Gaurav brings his musical sensibility to campaigns for leading brands such as Maggi, Elle 18, Lakme, Raymond, Godrej, and Biba, collaborating with top production houses including Chalk & Cheese Films, Equinox Films, and ZigZag Films.

Describing his creative process, Gaurav calls himself a pianist and composer who sees advertising as a space to merge music with bold ideas and emotional depth. He channels his inspiration from culture, simple observations, and a hunger to "absorb more".

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