The Original Motion Picture Soundtrack for A Nice Indian Boy, composed by Raashi Kulkarni, is now available on all digital platforms, coinciding with the film’s theatrical release. Kulkarni’s score blends Western orchestral traditions with rich Indian musical elements, creating a dynamic, hybrid sound that complements the film’s exploration of identity and family. Raashi worked in close collaboration with director Roshan Sethi to create a score that integrates Bollywood influences with modern pop sensibilities, capturing the film’s heartfelt and humorous journey of self-discovery.
Roshan Sethi, director of the film says, “I have had the pleasure of working with Raashi on two movies. She is one of the best composers working now. Her music, especially in this movie, combines comedy and emotion in such a natural and fluid way. One of the remarkable things about her music is that it is so complex and ever evolving. The editor working on our movie noted that she had never edited music like it because of the sophisticated way in which it ebbs and flows. She has a truly original voice and her music has elevated our movie considerably.”
Kulkarni says, “I’m honored to be a part of A Nice Indian Boy. I focused on creating a score that would reflect the emotional depth of the characters’ journeys, particularly through the development of unique musical themes. Each motif represents a new chapter of our lead character’s growth. I also had the privilege of arranging the musical number at the end with an orchestra, which established a cohesive sound from beginning to end. Blending traditional Indian sounds with modern influences, my goal was to create a score that would not only enhance the film’s narrative but also resonate deeply with audiences. It has been an incredible experience collaborating with Roshan Sethi and the rest of the team. I can’t wait for everyone to experience this film on the big screen.”
ABOUT A NICE INDIAN BOY
Naveen Gavaskar is a self-effacing, soft-spoken doctor with a boisterous mother, Megha, seemingly perfect sister, Arundhathi, and quiet father, Archit. The Gavaskars are outwardly accepting of Naveen’s sexuality but have never had to confront it in practice.
While worshiping at a temple, Naveen meets Jay Kurundkar, a white man adopted by two Indian parents. Naveen is slowly charmed and softened by Jay’s sincerity and confidence. They fall in love—even as Naveen avoids telling his family about Jay.
One afternoon, they run into Arundhathi’s husband, Manish, and an embarrassed Naveen describes Jay as a “friend”. The encounter precipitates a discussion in which Naveen admits that he, like Jay, dreams of having a big Indian wedding. Now, Jay, who has no family of his own, must meet the Gavaskars. This causes a collision between the family, Jay—who has his own insecurities—and Naveen, caught between who he is with his family and who he is outside of it. After comic misunderstandings, frank fights, and emotional revelations, the family falls apart, questioning everything. Naveen and Jay’s hard-won love makes each of the Gavaskars face the reality of their own relationships. And through a sweetly-woven reconciliation, they come together again to plan Naveen & Jay’s own big, Indian wedding.
ABOUT RAASHI KULKARNI
Raashi Kulkarni is a composer and classical pianist based in Los Angeles. Her latest scoring work can be heard in the Netflix and Imagine Entertainment feature, Wedding Season, directed by Tom Dey, the award-winning documentary, Barefoot Empress, written and directed by Michelin Star Chef Vikas Khanna, the Disney+ film, World’s Best, from director Roshan Sethi and producers Thomas Kail and Utkarsh Ambudkar, and the feature film, A Nice Indian Boy, from director Roshan Sethi, starring Jonathan Groff and Karan Soni. Kulkarni is the 2023 recipient of The ASCAP Foundation David Rose Award and a 2024 ASCAP Composers’ Choice Award Nominee for Film Score of the Year (World’s Best). She recently scored a project for DreamWorks Animation, set to release in 2025.
Raashi, with Emmy winner Blake Neely, contributed additional music for over 150 episodes on series such as the CW’s Supergirl, Arrow, The Flash, and DC’s Legends of Tomorrow. For DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, she composed and orchestrated the DC Universe’s first Bollywood-inspired musical.
In addition to her creative pursuits, Raashi is dedicated to championing her peers. As a current Board Member and former Executive Director of the Alliance for Women Film Composers, she advocates for the inclusion and visibility of women composers. Raashi also serves as an Advisor for the Recording Academy’s LA Chapter Board and as a GRAMMY U Mentor.
TRACKLIST
- A Nice Indian Boy Suite (feat. Devin Velez & Ian Hultquist)
- Love is Love
- One Day
- Jay Arrives
- Naveen Makes Calls
- Silhouette (feat. Devin Velez)
- Bigness of Love
- The Art Show (feat. Devin Velez)
- A Betrothal (feat. Devin Velez)
- Meet the Parents
- The Cartridge
- Discord
- Contemplation
- A Sign
- Naveen Proposes
- Turning point
- The Wedding
- The Final Speech
