How Alka Yagnik’s effortless recording taught Rishabh Kant the value of discipline

Rishabh Kant, a vocalist and composer popularly known as “The Rish,” reminisced to IANS about his formative encounter with veteran singer Alka Yagnik. Their joint effort produced the track “Apna Chehra Dikha,” a romantic number written, composed and produced by Kant and released on the T‑Series Music banner. Kant explained that as a teenager he was astonished to hear his own melody rendered by Yagnik’s seasoned voice – an experience he likened to a fulfilled childhood fantasy. The song had originally been recorded in his father’s studio, a space where Kant was still learning the craft of music making. He deliberately kept the song in the vault, waiting for a moment when his name would carry weight in the industry. Yagnik’s smooth, almost instantaneous recording session highlighted a level of professionalism that left a deep impression on the budding artist. According to Kant, the lesson was crystal clear: true artistry blends talent with discipline, confidence, and a rigorous work ethic. He later debuted as a lyricist‑composer in the 2025 Bollywood film “Saiyara,” delivering the song “Barbaad” under the direction of Mohit Soori.