AI helped Anirudh overcome a creative block in 'Coolie'

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The use of artificial intelligence in creative fields has always been a subject of public discussion, particularly over its impact on human creativity and originality. Earlier this year, music composer Anirudh Ravichander offered insights into how AI is already influencing the music industry.Speaking at the News18 Tamil Nadu Network Town Hall event in February, Anirudh explained how AI was already being explored in film music. He revealed that the team behind 'Vettaiyan' had used the technology to recreate the voice of legendary singer Malaysia Vasudevan. He also described how rapidly these tools were developing and predicted that their use would eventually become common across the industry.

Anirudh Ravichander believes AI will shape music's future

Anirudh spoke about the significant improvements in AI within a short period.

He explained that he could record a single line and use technology to make it sound as though several female singers were performing it. The voices could also be adjusted to different pitches, offering composers new possibilities during music production.The composer described these developments as only the beginning. He believes AI will gradually become part of the creative process for musicians and other professionals.

Rather than viewing it as a passing trend, Anirudh sees the technology as a tool that the industry will increasingly adopt.

AI helped recreate Malaysia Vasudevan's voice in 'Vettaiyan'

Anirudh offered 'Vettaiyan' as an example of AI being used in an actual film project. He revealed that the team recreated the voice of Malaysia Vasudevan through the technology. The experiment demonstrated how AI could help filmmakers explore possibilities that were previously difficult to achieve.He also highlighted the speed of its development. According to Anirudh, the difference in what the technology could accomplish within a year was remarkable.

ChatGPT helped Anirudh overcome a creative block in 'Coolie'

The composer also revealed that he had turned to ChatGPT while working on a song for 'Coolie'. He was struggling to complete its final few lines and decided to seek suggestions from the chatbot. After entering the situation, he received several possible options.One small idea from the suggestions helped him move forward and finish the song. Anirudh explained that creative blocks could affect anyone working in music. He believes AI tools can provide fresh directions when creators find themselves stuck, helping them avoid spending too much time overthinking a particular section.

Anirudh Ravichander and Kavya Maran return after Greece wedding

Meanwhile, Anirudh and Kavya Maran have returned to Chennai following their wedding celebrations in Greece.

The couple arrived at Chennai airport on Saturday afternoon. Kavya's father, Sun Group chairman Kalanithi Maran, accompanied them during the journey.Videos showing their arrival have been circulating on social media. Anirudh and Kavya chose black outfits and face masks for their airport appearance. As they made their way out, the composer noticed fans waiting to see him and acknowledged them with a friendly wave. He then proceeded towards the car with Kavya and Kalanithi Maran. Anirudh's most recent work is in 'Jailer 2'.