Mithoon on Border 2, Iconic Collabs with Arijit Singh, Mohit Suri & Why He Doesn't Believe in Trends

Composer Mithoon reflects on his journey in music, the ideas that shape his work, and a phase when Border 2 was coming together as an extension of a deeply respected legacy. Speaking about the film, he makes it clear that the intention was never to compete with the original Border. What drew him in was the opportunity to tell more stories of Indian soldiers, their sacrifices, and the lives they left behind. That thinking carried over into Ghar Kab Aaoge, a song rooted in nostalgia and deep respect for Sandese Aate Hai. Mithoon describes the original by Anu Malik and Javed Akhtar as a prayer. His approach came from that place. Not to replace it, but to honour it. Beyond Border 2, the conversation moves to his collaborations. He talks about working with Arijit Singh early on, and what stood out was his hunger and passion. He also revisits his long association with Mohit Suri. From their early days to albums like Murder 2, which he sees as a defining moment creatively, and films like Aashiqui 2 and Ek Villain. He credits Mohit for giving him the space to stay true to his sound, even when the industry was shifting. On KK, Mithoon calls it a personal loss before anything else. KK’s quiet nature, his discipline, and the way he let his work speak left a lasting impact on him. He also points to the 2012 Copyright Act amendment as an important shift, especially in giving composers better recognition and royalties. On global music, he reflects on artists like Taylor Swift and BTS. He believes Indian music already has unmatched depth. What’s needed now is a stronger system to take it to the world. He ends with a clear message for artists. Don’t chase trends. Don’t follow checklists. Focus on your own voice. Because trends don’t last. Conviction does. #FilmfareExclusive #EntertainmentInterview #BollywoodSongs #Mithoon #Border2 #MohitSuri #ArijitSingh