Hariharan warns India’s music is turning into Reels; 50‑year veteran calls for soulful revival

Veteran singer Hariharan, who will hit 50 years in music next year, says the current Indian music scene has lost its soul, turning into short‑form Reels driven by algorithms. He laments that streaming convenience has eroded listeners’ investment in albums and full songs. Hariharan urges a return to melody‑driven music that resonates across generations.