My joy is beyond the Universe: Arjun Reddy Lyricist Ram Babu Gosala (Interview)

Over the success of Arjun Reddy’s music, we spoke to the lyricist Ram Babu Gosala of the trend setting, ’Thelisene’(Breakup song).

Belonging to a family of farmers from a small village in Eluru, he came a long way and made his mark in TFI today.He is basically an Electronics and Instrumentation Engineer from the reputed C.R.Reddy college of Engg., Eluru.Out of his passion for Telugu Films, he set out to Hyderabad to write for the same.

Here are the highlights of the chitchat

Congratulations on the success of Thelisene(breakup) song.

How do you feel for such great response?

Thank you so much.I am very happy and I would say. Naa Santhosham Enthante.. Ee Vishwamantha ( My joy is beyond the Universe).

Tell us briefly about your journey in TFI.

I made my entry as a song writer with Uday Kiran's Viyyalavari Kayyalu in 2007. As I awaited opportunities, I worked with ICICI Bank for some time. Then I got my first break in Virinchi Varma’s Uyyala Jampala.And then I got to write for movies like Majnu, Patel sir, Bandipotu, Appatlo Okadundevadu, Natukodi, Ananganaga Oka Chitram and Needi Nadi Oke Katha etc. And now Arjun Reddy, this is my most celebrated film.

What is your favourite song that you have penned down?

Thelisene and Oopiraguthunnadhe from Arjun Reddy are my favourites.This movie is definitely a milestone in my career.And I also like Jarey jarey from Nani’s Majnu.

Who is your favourite lyricist?

I have learnt so much from each one of the song writers of our industry.It is difficult to name just one.I feel blessed to have assist ed Sri Veturi Sundara Ram Murthy garu, for a short time though.

Would you tell us about your friends in the industry?

Virinchi Varma, director of Uyyala Jampala is a good friend of mine.Umesh, co-director and Vinod Yajamanya, a music director are also my good friends.

What do you have to say about Arjun Reddy?

Firstly, I would like to thank Director Sandeep Reddy for this opportunity.He is a great visionary.He has an entirely different perspective of cinema. I honestly want to express that he is a blend of ManiRatnam and RGV. Regarding the songs, he had a very few yet important specifications.He wanted the songs to have a lyrical richness, and freshness and must convey the intent. And Vijay is an excellent performer.He rocked in the movie.

What are your upcoming projects?

I have a couple of projects from popular production banners. The official announcement will happen soon.

Thank you for your valuable time.Our team once again congratulates you and wishes great success for you.

Thank you so much for this opportunity.On an end note, I would like to mention my gratitude to my parents and friends who have been really supportive to me all through my journey.