Music
Nidhi's professional journey commenced around 2009 in the advertising sector, crafting jingles for television commercials after his mother loaned funds for a home studio, which he repaid in four months. [1] His breakthrough came via producer Rajib Ashraf, who entrusted him with a project despite a backlog of established composers, marking Nidhi's entry as a music director. [1]
Over the years, Nidhi composed title songs for approximately 50–60 dramas and web series, blending emotional depth with catchy melodies. [1] Notable television contributions include scores for All Time Dore Opor, YouTuber, Middle Class Sentiment, Bikel Belar Pakhi, Mainkar Chipay, Bodh, Koshtonir, Khachar Bhetor Ochin Pakhi, Black Money, and Amlanama. [1] He also created the patriotic track "Bhalo Thako Bangladesh" for Banglalink during the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, composed with lyrics by Rasel Mahmud to instill hope amid lockdowns. [8] In advertising, Nidhi penned and sang a Punjabi jingle for an international brand in 2019, showcasing his versatility. [9]
Nidhi's film music debut arrived in 2016 with the background score for Ice Cream , directed by Redoan Rony, followed by the title track "Cheers" for the anthology Iti Tomari Dhaka (2017). [1] [3] Subsequent scores include Damal (2022) and the thriller Surongo (2023). [3] His collaboration with star Shakib Khan in Toofan (2024) realized a childhood dream, where he composed the title track and trailer music under director Habib Wadud. [1] For the action film Borbaad (2025), Nidhi delivered a full orchestral background score, incorporating a rap segment by Saif Khan to heighten tension. [2] In Daagi (2025), he co-sang the upbeat title track with actor Afran Nisho in Nisho's vocal debut, written by Russell Mahmud. [10] Taandob (2025) further featured his immersive sound design. [3]
Nidhi's background scores for major films have become a hallmark of his career, blending symphonic depth with narrative-driven innovation to enhance Dhallywood's cinematic experience.
Nidhi's entry into feature film scoring marked a significant milestone with his debut on the 2016 romantic comedy Ice Cream , directed by Redoan Rony, where he crafted the entire background score to underscore the film's light-hearted narrative of youthful romance and urban escapades in Dhaka. Drawing from his advertising background, Nidhi employed subtle acoustic layers and rhythmic pulses to mirror the protagonists' spontaneous adventures, blending folk-infused melodies with modern beats to create an intimate yet vibrant sonic palette that complemented the visuals without overpowering the dialogue-driven story. [2] This project not only honed his ability to synchronize music with on-screen emotions but also established his reputation for economical yet evocative scoring, influencing his approach to subsequent cinematic endeavors.
In the 2017 anthology film Iti Tomari Dhaka , Nidhi contributed the title track "Cheers" and select background cues, infusing the segment with upbeat electronic rhythms and nostalgic synths to capture the anthology's mosaic of Dhaka's diverse urban tales, from slice-of-life dramas to poignant reflections on city living. His work emphasized thematic unity across the film's multiple directors, using recurring melodic motifs to tie disparate stories together while allowing each vignette's emotional core to shine through subtle instrumental swells. [2] This collaboration highlighted Nidhi's emerging skill in modular scoring, adaptable to ensemble narratives, and marked an early step in his integration of contemporary sounds into Dhallywood's evolving sound design.
Nidhi elevated the thriller genre with his background score for the 2022 sports drama Damal , directed by Raihan Rafi, where he layered triumphant orchestral anthems with percussive football-match simulations to evoke the film's themes of resilience and national pride during the Bangladesh Liberation War. Collaborating closely with lyricist Rasel Mahmud, Nidhi incorporated field recordings of crowd cheers and rhythmic drum cadences to immerse audiences in the on-pitch intensity, balancing high-energy action cues with tender string interludes for character backstories, resulting in a score that amplified the film's patriotic fervor. [11] His contributions were instrumental in the soundtrack's pre-release buzz, positioning Damal as a sonic tribute to historical grit.
In 2023, Nidhi elevated the thriller genre with his background score for Surongo , a high-stakes drama exploring corporate intrigue and personal redemption, where he integrated tense orchestral swells and minimalist electronic motifs to heighten the film's suspenseful atmosphere. His composition process involved close collaboration with director Raihan Rafi, focusing on thematic leitmotifs that recur to track character arcs, particularly using dissonant strings to evoke moral ambiguity and pulsating percussion for chase sequences, resulting in a score that critics noted as a narrative driver in its own right. This work showcased Nidhi's versatility in adapting global thriller tropes to Bangladeshi sensibilities, incorporating subtle sarod interludes to ground the tension in cultural resonance.
Nidhi's collaboration with superstar Shakib Khan in the 2024 action extravaganza Toofan saw him compose the pulsating title track and trailer music, infusing high-energy synth-rock riffs and thunderous drum patterns to capture the film's themes of vengeance and resilience. He described the process as a "dream fulfillment," experimenting with live-recorded guitar solos to amplify the hero's larger-than-life persona, while layering ambient drones for introspective moments amid the chaos, creating a dynamic soundscape that propelled the narrative's adrenaline-fueled pace. [12] The track's anthemic quality resonated widely, underscoring Nidhi's knack for crafting hooks that extend beyond the screen into popular culture.
For the 2025 Eid release Borbaad , Nidhi delivered a comprehensive background score that became a cornerstone of the film's intense action-thriller framework, particularly close to his heart due to its full orchestration including a gritty rap segment featuring Saif Khan. He meticulously built escalating symphonic builds with brass fanfares and distorted bass lines to mirror escalating conflicts, while incorporating ethnic flutes for poignant flashbacks, ensuring the music not only amplified visceral fight scenes but also deepened emotional undercurrents of loss and retribution. [2] This score exemplified his philosophy of "larger-than-life" arrangements, tailored to meet audience expectations honed by international blockbusters.
Nidhi's contributions to the 2025 mythological action film Insaaf included a richly layered background score that wove epic choral elements with traditional dhrupad influences to evoke themes of justice and divine intervention, as highlighted in his reflections on the exhaustive 14-hour daily sessions during production. Collaborating with co-composer Tanmoy Parvez, he focused on cyclical rhythmic patterns to symbolize karmic cycles, using temple bells and veena for ethereal sequences, which added a spiritual depth to the film's legendary battles and moral dilemmas. [13] The score's immersive quality was praised for bridging ancient lore with contemporary intensity.
The background score for the 2025 fantasy drama Taandob represented another pinnacle in Nidhi's oeuvre, where he crafted haunting ambient textures and rhythmic incantations to underscore the film's exploration of folklore and human folly, drawing from his theme-scoring sessions documented in personal updates. Incorporating gamelan-inspired gongs and whispered vocal harmonies, Nidhi aimed to immerse viewers in a dreamlike realm, with motifs that evolve from serene to chaotic to reflect the protagonist's descent into myth, blending his orchestral prowess with experimental sound design. [14] This project further solidified his role as a sonic architect in Dhallywood's evolving landscape.
Looking ahead to 2026, Nidhi is set to compose the background score for the upcoming thriller Andhar , directed by Raihan Rafi, promising shadowy atmospheric drones and dissonant chamber ensembles to delve into themes of isolation and psychological descent, as teased in his recent script readings. Early previews suggest a score that will push boundaries with field-recorded urban echoes and minimalist piano motifs, aiming to create an auditory void that mirrors the film's enigmatic narrative of nocturnal wanderings and hidden truths. [15] This venture continues Nidhi's trajectory of innovative scoring, potentially marking a darker chapter in his filmography.
Nidhi advocates for "larger-than-life" cinematic music in Bangladesh, inspired by global standards, and aspires to orchestrate high-budget films with live ensembles. [1] He directed the music video for rapper Ali Hasan's track in Toffee's World Cup campaign, merging his production and directorial skills. [16]
In 2019, Nidhi released his debut EP Thako on 15 February via 58Records, comprising four self-composed and mostly self-written tracks: "Adhora" (lyrics by Fabiha Rahman, exploring a woman's multifaceted persona), "Shono Na Tumi" (dedicated to his mother, delving into familial bonds), "Bhalobasho" (on unrequited love triangles), and the title track "Tumi" (inspired by a poetic longing for the night sky). [5] [17] The digital-only release emphasized raw authenticity, available on platforms like iTunes and YouTube, and received acclaim for its emotional sincerity. [17]
Nidhi has also ventured into singing, with singles like "She Je Chole Jay" and "Mon" on streaming services. [18] Upcoming projects include Eid 2026 releases. [1]
