C. Sathya
{{Short description|Indian music composer and singer}}
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| birth_date = 6 February 1974
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C. Sathya is an Indian music composer and playback singer who predominantly works in Tamil cinema. He made his debut with the sleeper hit Engaeyum Eppothum (2011).
Early life
Sathya's background in Carnatic music had greatly influenced his skills in film music composition. Being a Carnatic singer and proficient in playing the harmonium, he effortlessly grasped the intricacies of music composition. This proficiency extended to the keyboard, which he had not only played but also programmed for various esteemed music directors, including Bharadwaj.
Career
Despite facing initial challenges, Sathya got his first break with the film "Yen Ippadi Mayakinai" in 2009, although its release was delayed. However, the songs gained popularity in the audio circuit. It was after three years when the producers of Engaeyum Eppothum (2011) heard his compositions that he finally received recognition. The film turned out to be a sleeper hit, propelling Sathya's career forward. His exceptional work in this film opened doors for him, and he has gained recognition and admiration in the industry for his distinct and melodic musical style.
Subsequently, he worked on projects like Sevarkkodi (2012) and Ponmaalai Pozhudhu (2012) in quick succession.{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindu.com/features/cinema/tune-in-to-sathya/article4750111.ece |title=Tune in to Sathya |work=The Hindu |date=2013-05-25 |accessdate=2016-03-31}}{{cite web|url=http://www.behindwoods.com/tamil-movies/slideshow/top-25-music-directors-in-tamil/17-c-sathya.html |title=17. C Sathya | Top 25 Music Directors in Tamil |website=Behindwoods.com |date=2011-09-15 |accessdate=2016-03-31}} His notable scores include Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru (2013), Nedunchaalai (2013), Ivan Veramathiri (2013), Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran (2016), and Aranmanai 3 (2021). Sathya's recent involvement includes his work on the film Naadu, showcasing his continued contributions to the industry.
Discography
=Films=
==As music composer==
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! Year !! Tamil !! Other languages !!Notes | |||
| 2008 | Yen Ippadi Mayakinai | Film unreleased | |
| 2011 | Engeyum Eppodhum | Journey (Telugu) | |
| rowspan="2" |2012 | Sevarkodi | ||
| Ponmaalai Pozhudhu | |||
| rowspan="3" |2013 | Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru | Something Something (Telugu) | |
| Nedunchaalai | |||
| Ivan Veramathiri | Citizen (Telugu) | ||
| 2014 | Kathai Thiraikathai Vasanam Iyakkam | Background score only | |
| rowspan="2" |2015 | Asurakulam | Film unreleased | |
| Kanchana 2 | Composed one song "Sillatta Vellatta" | ||
| rowspan="2" |2016 | Velainu Vandhutta Vellaikaaran | ||
| Unnodu Ka | |||
| rowspan="2" |2017 | Koditta Idangalai Nirappuga | ||
| Bayama Irukku | |||
| 2018 | Pakka | ||
| rowspan="2" |2019 | Oththa Seruppu Size 7 | BGM only | |
| Aghavan | |||
| 2020 | Naanga Romba Busy | ||
| rowspan="3" |2021 | Theedhum Nandrum | ||
| Vinodhaya Sitham | |||
| Aranmanai 3 | 25th film as a composer Special appearance in the song "Theeyaga Thondri" | ||
| rowspan="2" |2022 | |||
| Raangi | |||
| 2023
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| 2024
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| 2025
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;Upcoming films
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! Year !! Film !! Notes | |
| rowspan="4" |TBA
| Aleka | delayed |
| Aayiram Jenmangal | delayed |
| Jet Lee | |
| Jasmine |
==As singer==
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! Year !! Film !! Song(s) !Lyrics !Co-Singer(s)!! Notes | |||||
| 2011 | Engeyum Eppodhum | "Masaamaa" | M. Saravanan | ||
| rowspan="2"|2013 | Theeya Velai Seiyyanum Kumaru | "Azhagendral" | Pa. Vijay | Aalap Raju, Ranina Reddy | |
| Ivan Veramathiri | "Loveulla" | Viveka | |||
| 2014 | Nedunchaalai | "Thamirabharani" | Mani Amudhavan | ||
| 2015 | Kanchana 2 | "Silatta Pilatta" | Logan | Jagadeesh Kumar | |
| 2021 | Theal | "Enna Petha Devadhaiye" | Uma Devi |
= Television =
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- 2002 Mangalyam (BGM only)
- 2003 Adugiran Kannan
- 2005 Dheerga Sumangali
- 2006 Kana Kaanum Kaalangal
- 2006 Chellamadi Nee Enakku
- 2007 Madurai
- 2008 Rekha IPS
- 2008 Thiruppaavai
- 2009 Mama Mappillai
- 2010 Anu Pallavi
- 2010 Alaipayuthey
- 2010 Amman
- 2011 Saravanan Meenatchi ('Yaelelo' Tittle Track)
- 2012 My Name is Mangamma
- 2012 Vellai Thamarai
- 2012 Paartha Nyabagam Illayo
- 2013 Kurunji Malar
- 2013 Vani Rani
- 2014 Kalyana Parisu
- 2015 Yazhini
- 2018 Maya
- 2018 Nayagi
- 2018 Lakshmi Stores
- 2018 Vandhal Sridevi
- 2020 Uyire
- 2024 Thayamma Kudumbathaar
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Accolades
- Jaya Award For Sensational Music Debut – Engeyum Eppodhum
References
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External links
- {{IMDb name|4687352}}
- {{Itunes|artist/521505475}}
- [https://open.spotify.com/artist/0poY7P0383HcWLOKv5EHed?si=Gi8nr07dQY2u0tdvNPVEFA C. Sathya] on [https://open.spotify.com/ Spotify]
- {{LastFM music|C.+Sathya}}
- {{MusicBrainz artist|7b6185e7-e2f8-4d63-9d89-6abdfdd3c215}}
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Category:Tamil film score composers
Category:Musicians from Chennai
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