Amit Tandon learning to strike the right notes

Amit Tandon of Indian Idol fame is going back to his roots. The crooner turned actor was one of the 11 finalists of Indian Idol. Later he saw seen doing many stage performances and even cut an album with Tips called Tanha in 2008. His popularity post Indian Idol bagged him a role in Balaji’s Kaisa Yeh Pyar Hai where he shared screen space with Iqbal Khan and Neha Bamb. Amit always cherished the dream of becoming a movie star. In pursuit of it he took up TV projects after gaining popularity through his soulful renditions in Indian Idol. But now he seems to be getting back to singing. The actor has started taking classical singing lessons from a renowned artist Muhammad Tahir ul-Qadri. Muhammad has mentored none other than the king of melodies Sonu Niigaam. “Yes, I am taking classical singing lessons from Tahir saab. He is a great mentor and I am blessed to be with him,” confirmed the actor. Does it mean that he is taking a break from acting? “Well, as far as my acting is concerned I am always open to doing good roles. I am practicing singing that doesn’t mean that I will not be doing acting anymore. I will soon be back on the small screen.” For information, we have already reported that Amit will be seen in Ratna Sinha’s upcoming show Khel Khel Mein. So, Amit is treading the versatile path. Singing, acting and may be he will enter directing next. Everything is possible in the magical world of TV.